California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 22 vetoed a bill that for five years would have banned autonomous trucks from be tested on public roads in California trucks without drivers in the cab.
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Buttigieg Says Both UAW, Big Three Automakers Can Win
The United Auto Workers and Detroit’s Big Three can all notch wins in contract negotiations, with workers securing strong raises while the carmakers keep thriving, Pete Buttigieg said.
Run on Less Event Sees Big Improvements, Pleasant Surprises
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s latest Run on Less program is largely producing pleasant surprises so far, including Tesla Semi performance.
Daimler Truck Financial Services Plans European Expansion
FTC Poised to Sue Amazon for Antitrust Violations
The Federal Trade Commission is expected to sue Amazon for antitrust violations next week, according to people familiar with the matter — the agency’s fourth swipe at the retail giant in 2023.
White House Preparing for Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON — The White House is preparing to direct federal agencies to get ready for a shutdown after House Republicans left town for the weekend with no plan to keep the government funded.
Elite Truckers to Test Skills at Fundraiser Sept. 23
A month after the National Truck Driving Championships, elite commercial drivers will have a forum to display their talents.
UAW Strikes Spread to 38 Locations in 20 States
The president of the United Auto Workers said Sept. 22 the union will expand its strike against major automakers by walking out of 38 General Motors and Stellantis plants in 20 states.
Volvo Energy Developing Second-Life Plans for Truck Batteries
GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Executives from Volvo Energy said they are developing long-term life cycle plans for batteries used in their electric trucks, with an emphasis on energy storage.
Volvo Picks New Chairman Amid Spinoff Talk
Volvo Group, one of the world’s largest truck makers, has proposed that Par Boman be appointed its new chairman at the Swedish company’s annual general meeting in March.