Continental AG, one of Europe’s top car parts makers, is studying the sale of automotive assets, including its autonomous mobility business as it comes under growing pressure to shore up its profitability, people familiar with the matter said.
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Mack Trucks Introduces New Fleet Management Platform
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Iowa Extends Overweight Loads Limit Until Nov. 11
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Chris Stapleton, Sting Entertain Trucking Leaders
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Flexport Lays Off 165 Employees
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