General News
Flatbed Carrier Montgomery Transport Closes Down
The Birmingham, Ala.-based firm ceased operations after a deal to sell the company to an affiliate of fellow Birmingham-based carrier PS Logistics collapsed.
Logistics Executives Hunt Tariff, Capacity Clarity
Tariffs and carrier capacity continue to be the two top issues increasing the length of transportation executives’ worry lines, according to attendees of the CSCMP Edge 2025 conference.
Toyota, Daimler Name Truck JV Archion
The joint venture partners aim to each hold a 25% stake in the JV, with the remaining shares set to be listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s prime market for large corporations.
ATS’ Logistics Division to Acquire Trailer Bridge Logistics
Anderson Trucking Service’s logistics division is expanding its reach by acquiring Trailer Bridge Logistics, a move aimed at strengthening ATS’ position in the U.S. freight market.
Trump Suggest 'Massive Increase' on China Tariffs
Trump said Oct. 10 that “there seems to be no reason” to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as part of an upcoming trip to South Korea after China restricted exports of rare earths,
How to Combat the Technician Shortage
The technician shortage that fleets and service providers/dealers face is a nuanced phenomenon, and perhaps more complex than many may realize.
How to Keep Trucking's Roadside Technicians Safe
Distracted drivers can pose a major safety threat to remote repair technicians working on trucks along the shoulder of a highway.
TMC Rewind: Corrosion Threats and Coolant System Dangers
Fleet maintenance leaders shared their ideas on improving practices and combating the challenges facing technicians at ATA's Technology & Maintenance Fall Meeting in Raleigh, N.C.
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First Brands’ Official Creditor Committee Includes Top Foe
Raistone has demanded a court-appointed examiner investigate First Brands, claiming in court papers that as much as $2.3 billion “simply vanished” from the company.
Stellantis Shipments Jump 13% on Rise in North America
North American shipments jumped 35%, as Stellantis reintroduced popular models like the V8-powered Ram 1500 pickup.
Some China-Bound Ships Carrying Oil Canceled on Port Fees
China announced Oct. 10 that it would impose fees on U.S. ships in retaliation for similar measures due to be imposed by the Trump administration Oct. 14.
China Hits US Ships With Retaliatory Port Fees
They would take effect on Oct. 14, the same day that the United States is due to start imposing port fees on Chinese vessels.
Venture Global Suffers Defeat in BP’s LNG Arbitration
Venture Global lost a dispute with BP involving the sale of liquefied natural gas cargoes, a surprise defeat that comes eight weeks after Venture prevailed in a similar fight with Shell.
Lyft Plans Fleet of Hundreds of Tensor Robocars From 2027
Lyft Inc. is partnering with autonomous vehicle developer Tensor Auto to deploy a fleet of hundreds of robotaxis in Europe and North America starting in 2027.
Trump Predicts China Will Resume Buying US Soybeans
President Donald Trump predicted China will resume purchases of American soybeans after he meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this month.
First Brands Exposure of $1.75 Billion Hits Japanese Venture
A joint venture between Norinchukin Bank and Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co. faces $1.75 billion of exposure to bankrupt auto parts supplier First Brands Group, court documents show.
Ford Delays Lithium Supply Deal Amid EV Struggle
Ford has forecast it could lose as much as $5.5 billion on EVs this year.
Supply Chain Firms Need Risk Mitigation Plans, Experts Say
Supply chain companies need to develop risk mitigation plans that leverage insights and technologies, according to a panel of experts.
Class 8 Truck Orders Slide 44% as Tariffs Strain
ACT Research preliminary data showed orders decreased 44% year over year to 20,800 units. But they increased 57.6% from the 13,200 units reported in August.
Unpredictable Tariff Rules Rattle Supply Chain, Experts Say
“Tariffs, I think, have taken most of the air out of the room this year,” said Andrei Quinn-Barabanov, supply chain and risk management leader at Moody’s.