Economist Noël Perry predicts truck freight volumes in the southeast will be off 25% in the short term due to the two hurricanes, Harvey and Irma.
Although it’s too early to collect data regarding the economic impact from Hurricane Irma, which hit Florida this week, using the fallout from Hurricane Harvey’s impact on Texas, Noël Perry, a partner at research firm FTR Transportation Intelligence and senior economist for Truckstop.com, sees significant impact on truck freight volumes ahead.
Averitt Express announced it has expanded its direct less-than-truckload network to provide full state coverage of Illinois and additional points in Wisconsin.
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Averitt Express announced it has expanded its direct less-than-truckload network to provide full state coverage of Illinois and additional points in Wisconsin.
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More ports in Florida resume limited operations
Truckers are playing a critical role as Florida and other areas of the southeastern United States begin the recovery proces…
Even a 1% increase in MPG can have a significant impact on reducing operating costs. In our 2017 Annual Fleet Fuel Study we reported findings from 19 fleets operating more than 71,124 tractors and 234,292 trailers.
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Drivers who feel appreciated tend to be safer and more diligent, according to CarriersEdge.
With National Truck Driver Appreciation Week just around the corner – run…
Drivers who feel appreciated tend to be safer and more diligent, according to CarriersEdge.
With National Truck Driver Appreciation Week just around the corner – run…
Facility manufacturers trailer suspension and axle systems
SAF-Holland announced it is expanding its operations in Dumas, AR, and will open a new facility in a building o…
Facility manufacturers trailer suspension and axle systems
SAF-Holland announced it is expanding its operations in Dumas, AR, and will open a new facility in a building o…
Daseke Inc. announced a merger with R&R Trucking, a specialized transporter of defense and commercial AA&E (arms, ammunitions and explosives) cargo. This marks Daseke’s fourth company addition since May 1, 2017, the company noted. …