Confidence in the prospects for the equipment finance market rose in August, with fewer leaders expecting weaker conditions, according to the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation.
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Cruise Robotaxi Collides With San Francisco Firetruck
A Cruise robotaxi collided with a firetruck late Aug. 17 in San Francisco, injuring the vehicle’s passenger.
USDOT Names 2 New Marine Highway Systems
Two new marine highway systems have added 250 miles to the Ohio River system and 6,500 miles of Alaskan waterways to the national transportation system to improve freight shipments.
Past Grand Champion Dick Gillespie Stays Close to NTDC
COLUMBUS, Ohio —Two-time grand champion Dick Gillespie says he never tires of coming to trucking events such as the National Truck Driving Championships.
Florida Slow to Respond to Truck Parking Need Along I-4
Truck parking is a well-documented nationwide problem, but along Central Florida’s heavily congested Interstate 4, the issue is particularly acute, with little relief in sight.
Mexico’s Fultra Buys Ohio-based Trailer Manufacturer East
Mexican truck parts and trailer specialist Fultra bought trailer manufacturer East Manufacturing, the companies said.
Intricate Driving Course Vexes NTDC Field
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Sharp turns on a narrow stretch complemented by an alley dock maneuver stumped many elite competitors during the first driving day at the 86th annual “Super Bowl of Safety.”
Deere Raises Profit Outlook With Farmer Demand Still Strong
Deere & Co. lifted its financial outlook for the year as machinery demand from farmers remained robust despite slumping crop prices.
Georgia Tax Revenue Rises on Restarted Motor Fuel Taxes
Georgia’s reinstatement this year of motor fuel taxes helped the state collect 13.1% more revenue to reach nearly $2.5 billion in July compared with the previous year.
Elmo Guillot Dies at 88
Elmo Guillot, former owner of New Orleans-based Southeastern Motor Freight Inc. and Triple G Express Inc., died on Aug. 12 surrounded by his family. He was 88.