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    Employers should include workers in AI plans, DOL says

    The agency outlined a list of eight “AI Principles for Developers and Employers,” following up on a 2023 directive from the White House.

    By Ryan Golden • June 5, 2024
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    Flexport expands Convoy load board to brokers

    The logistics tech firm says its AI-driven digital platform will lower procurement and load management costs as much as 90%.

    By June 5, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    Execs from Cummins and J&M Tank Lines join ATRI board

    Cummins’ Brett Merritt and J&M Tank Lines’ Harold Sumerford Jr. were appointed by Board Chairman Derek Leathers, Werner’s CEO.

    By June 4, 2024
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    Werner introduces hydrogen fuel cell truck to fleet

    The 2021 International RH Series vehicle joined the carrier’s fleet after testing in Southern California.

    By June 4, 2024
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    Delaware bill seeks to require safety operators aboard large AVs

    An updated proposal also would require a state transportation report be sent to legislators.

    By June 3, 2024
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    ITS Logistics to open Texas transportation center in Q3

    The site will coordinate drayage, intermodal and final-mile services for the company’s Fort Worth distribution hub.

    By May 31, 2024
  • American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear addresses attendees of the 2023 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition on Monday.
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    ATA extends CEO’s contract through 2029

    The trucking industry group’s board voted to add another three years to Chris Spear’s term as president.

    By May 31, 2024
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    Generative AI is a looming cybersecurity threat

    Researchers have not identified any AI-engineered cyberattack campaigns, yet, but they say it’s only a matter of time before an AI system is dominant enough in the market to draw attention. 

    By , Naomi Eide • May 31, 2024
  • A truck travels along Interstate 80 on March 29, 2024 in Berkeley, California, in heavy traffic.
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    California State Assembly advances revived AV safety operator bill

    The proposal repeats a nearly identical version that Gov. Gavin Newsom rejected last September.

    By May 29, 2024
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    Charging station to help Port of Long Beach’s zero-emission future

    The facility will be equipped with 44 dispensers to power fleets, including Amazon's Volvo VNR Electric trucks.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 28, 2024
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    Turner Construction goes all in on EV tech for carbon reduction

    The New York City-based contractor has committed to making its vehicle fleet electric by 2028 while piloting low-emission equipment on various projects.

    By Matthew Thibault • May 28, 2024
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    ‘Learned what worked’: Kenworth’s SuperTruck 2 improves freight efficiency by 136%

    The demonstrator vehicle features regenerative braking, reduced weight and aerodynamic enhancements.

    By May 28, 2024
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    Hyzon to ramp up customer trials of new hydrogen-powered truck

    An upgraded system seeks to provide the same power that trucking fleets expect from diesel engines, the company says.

    By May 24, 2024
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    Carrier, OEM investors reject ESG proposals

    Votes at Paccar, Old Dominion Freight Line and Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings shot down changes to company policies and reporting.

    By May 22, 2024
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    TravelCenters of America brings on AtoB’s fleet fuel cards

    Drivers who have the card can receive a fuel discount of 42 cents per gallon every time they fill up.

    By Brett Dworski • May 21, 2024
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    Werner plans to double AV truck pilot partners

    The carrier is analyzing how the tech could complement its operations, SVP Chad Dittberner told Trucking Dive. 

    By May 17, 2024
  • XPO COO Dave Bates speaks at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the carrier's new terminal in Landover, Maryland.
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    How an Old Dominion alum helped XPO accelerate over the past year

    COO David Bates has introduced premium services and provided workers with more tools to lower the carrier’s damage claims ratio.

    By May 16, 2024
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    Uber Freight introduces exchange for spot rates

    The new feature expands the contract platform marketplace, providing access to hundreds of shippers.

    By May 16, 2024
  • Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg speaks at an April 5 news conference near the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore.
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    How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

    C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

    By , , May 15, 2024
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    Gatik, Isuzu aim to mass produce AVs in 2027

    Furthering an existing partnership, the global manufacturer is investing $30 million in the autonomous tech company.

    By May 15, 2024
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    Trucking companies think outside the box to build brand recognition

    From sponsorships to TV ads and TikTok, fleets are using marketing to differentiate their businesses.

    By May 14, 2024
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    Old Dominion argues emissions proposal is ‘one-size-fits-all’

    The LTL carrier urged shareholders to vote against a measure to require greenhouse gas reduction goals.

    By May 14, 2024
  • Aurora trucks at its Palmer, Texas, terminal under an outside canopy.
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    Aurora aims to double loads per week this year

    The self-driving tech firm will be adding trucks to its fleet, company President Ossa Fisher told Trucking Dive.

    By May 14, 2024
  • An aerial shot of Waabi's autonomous trucking terminal in Lancaster, Texas, showing a tractor-trailer.
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    Waabi signs autonomous truck terminal lease near Dallas

    The facility is located on more than eight acres and features a fueling station, maintenance shop and scales.

    By May 13, 2024
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    Knight-Swift knocks EV cost problems, ‘disappointing mileage’

    Directors listed the tech issues in response to a shareholder urging the company to further its environmental reporting.

    By May 13, 2024