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Knight-Swift limits net loss to $2.6M in Q1
The trucking giant finally exited a third-party insurance business that has dragged its earnings.
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Trucks, trailers, tonnage: What transport data says about the state of the industry
ATA Truck Tonnage Index retreated in March, suggesting volumes remain lackluster, Chief Economist Bob Costello said.
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White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization
Federal funds will support the electrification of ports and electric truck charging infrastructure, among other projects.
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Ryder notes synergies developing for Cardinal Logistics acquisition
Total revenue for its dedicated segment in Q1 increased 24% year over year.
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Aurora trucks without drivers reach highway speeds on test track
Testing reached 75 mph at a facility in Ohio, the company told Trucking Dive.
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Forward Air hires longtime CEVA Logistics exec as CEO
Shawn Stewart succeeds Tom Schmitt in leading the LTL following its messy acquisition of Omni Logistics.
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Heartland Express posts $15 million operating loss
The carrier’s earnings were hit by a combination of extended weak demand, extreme weather and rising operating costs, CEO Mike Gerdin said.
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Freightliner produces 1 millionth Cascadia
The brand’s flagship model has become the leading Class 8 truck on the market since its 2007 debut, Daimler Truck North America said.
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Lion Electric lays off 120 workers
The electric truck and bus maker blamed delays from a government fund for the job cuts.
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5 auto carriers propose $180M merger
Florida-based Proficient Auto Transport is leading the roll-up of the companies, whose largest customer is General Motors.
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PAM Transportation Services posts operating loss for Q1
The company’s TL operating ratio was 104.2% for the quarter.
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How Schneider National tapped into shipper needs post-Baltimore bridge collapse
Following a wave of freight rerouting requests, a quickly deployed email campaign gave the carrier’s drayage and other logistics services a boost.
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Paccar opposes renewed push for environmental reporting
An investment firm has resubmitted a proposal that narrowly failed last year to require additional reporting by the OEM on its lobbying efforts.
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XPO, Estes, Saia begin to reopen Yellow’s former terminals
Remaining LTL players are incorporating the bankrupt carrier’s properties into their networks after scooping up its freight and assets last year.
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Employers worry training won’t keep pace with tech advancement
Business leaders responding to a survey said it’s never been so hard to plan for future talent requirements.
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Federal FLOW program welcomes more trucking members
ITS Logistics and RoadEx America joined the Department of Transportation initiative to better share data across supply chains.
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Transportation modes absorb pressures after Baltimore bridge collapse
Delays, congestion and diversions are occurring, but supply chains are showing their resiliency.
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Knight-Swift rejects unsustainable rates, projects earnings hit
The carrier revised its Q1 financials amid demand, overcapacity and weather woes.
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J.B. Hunt operating income falls 30% YoY in Q1
The carrier’s brokerage unit was the lone bright spot in an otherwise dismal quarter.
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Kodiak promotes senior strategist to chief of staff
The tech startup promoted Lauren Harper as it seeks to ramp up operations this year.
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Clarke Transport executive to lead 2 more TFI subsidiaries
Kevin Tait, president of the Canada LTL subsidiary, will also oversee Vitran Express and National Fast Freight.
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Report: Most HR pros say women face pay discrimination at work
However, people managers often don’t receive formal training on pay equity or business-related pay decisions, a professional organization says.
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Daimler Truck North America recalls over 29K vehicles
Various newer Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 57X trucks are affected.
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CNG trucks enjoy mainstream popularity in waste fleets
Despite the attention on EV vehicles, demand is growing for compressed natural gas as an alternative to diesel, waste companies say.
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FHWA gives $830M in grants to fight against climate change
A bridge replacement in Iowa and roadway project in South Dakota are receiving the most money among the 80 funding recipients.