Ram Truck, a division of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA LLLC), recently took the wraps off two new factory-built custom “sport model” versions of its Ram 1500 pickups at the New York Auto Show.
The first is the Ram 1500 Sublime Sport, pric…
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Video Analysis: What Drove the Knight-Swift Merger
Transport Topics Executive Editor Joe Howard talks with Senior Features Writer Daniel Bearth about the April 10 merger between Knight Transportation Inc. and Swift Transportation, forming the nation’s largest full truckload company. What prompted the m…
Knight, Swift Merge to Form $5.1 Billion Truckload Carrier
Knight Transportation Inc. and Swift Transportation are merging to create what they say will be the trucking industry’s largest full truckload company: Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.
Diesel Rises 2.6¢ to $2.582 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail price of diesel rose 2.6 cents to $2.582 a gallon, the Department of Energy reported April 10.
Cummins, Eaton form AMT joint venture
The 50/50 partnership to build automated mechanical transmissions for heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles should be finalized by the third quarter of 2017.
Eaton C…
Cummins, Eaton form AMT joint venture
The 50/50 partnership to build automated mechanical transmissions for heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles should be finalized by the third quarter of 2017.
Eaton C…
Port of Virginia Container Traffic Rises 9% in March
The Port of Virginia says cargo traffic in March was the fourth busiest in its history and grew 9% compared to a year ago.
Eaton, Cummins to Form Joint Venture for Automated Transmissions
Component supplier Eaton Corp. and engine maker Cummins Inc. announced plans to form a joint venture to produce automated transmissions for medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Video: How the Knight-Swift Merger Affects Drivers
In this video posted April 10 on Knight Transportation’s Facebook page, Knight Executive Chairman Kevin Knight says Swift Transportation and Knight Transportation will remain independent brands and operations after their merger announcement.
Port of Vancouver Has Record Year for Tonnage
The Port of Vancouver had a record year for tonnage last year, though imports and operating revenues are less glowing.