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Saia Grows Q1 Revenue by About 4% but Misses Expectations

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 10:21
Saia Inc. weathered market headwinds to post a revenue increase of more than 4% during the first quarter of 2025, the company reported April 25.

International Unveils Battery-Electric Regional Haul Tractor

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 09:35
International Motors launched a Class 8 battery-electric regional haul tractor, the eRH Series. The eRH joins the eMV medium-duty truck in International's battery-electric truck lineup.

Plus Removes Driver for Unmanned Truck Test on Closed Course

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 09:25
The startup conducted a variety of driverless safety tests with its SuperDrive autonomous driving system installed on an International LT Series Class 8 tractor in East Liberty, Ohio.

Bezos-Backed Startup Slate Launches US-Made Electric Pickup

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 09:06
Slate Auto plans to debut a small electric-powered, American-made pickup for less than $20,000 with federal subsidies.

Trucking’s Energy Transition Enters ‘Peak Uncertainty’

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 09:02
The transportation industry’s transition toward low- and zero-emission vehicles and alternative fuels has entered an uncertain period as the U.S. regulatory landscape shifts rapidly.

Trump’s Tariffs Set to Unleash Supply Chain Jolt on Economy

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 08:23
Since the U.S. raised levies on China to 145% in early April, cargo shipments have plummeted. That drastic reduction in goods hasn’t been felt by many Americans yet, but that’s about to change.

Next-Gen Truck APUs Promise Faster ROI and Greater Comfort

Mon, 04/28/2025 - 07:02
Battery technology advancements are ushering in a new electric auxiliary power unit — one that results in greater fuel savings and lower maintenance costs while still providing good power.

Trump Insists Plan for Higher Tariffs Will Move Ahead

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 13:51
President Donald Trump suggested another delay to his higher so-called “reciprocal” tariffs was unlikely, raising pressure on nations to negotiate trade deals with his administration.

US Intermodal Chassis Makers Harmed by Imports, ITC Says

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 13:15
U.S.-based manufacturers of intermodal chassis were materially injured by imports of chassis from Mexico, Thailand and Vietnam, the U.S. International Trade Commission said.

AIT Acquires Miami-Based Forwarder Gsdmia

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 12:30
AIT Worldwide Logistics has finalized an agreement to purchase the assets of Miami-based international freight forwarder Gsdmia.

United Rentals Q1 Profit Dips, Beats Expectations

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 12:09
Profit fell due to weaker specialty rental margins, lower used equipment sales and higher expenses, including those related to the terminated H&E Equipment Services acquisition.

Motive Focuses on AI for Trucking at Vision Conference

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 10:43
“Our work here will never be done,” Motive CEO Shoaib Makani said during a keynote address. “We are going to continue to solve new problems and expand the scope of this platform."

Wisconsin Awards $468,255 in CDL Grants to Train 260 Drivers

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 10:20
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has awarded $468,255 in grants for commercial driver license training to get 260 drivers on the road.

Continental Appoints New CFO Ahead of Parts Maker’s Overhaul

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 09:45
Continental appointed company veteran Roland Welzbacher to succeed Olaf Schick as CFO as the German manufacturer sheds units to focus on its more profitable tires business.

IMF Members See World at ‘Pivotal Juncture’ Amid Trade Wars

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 09:19
The world economy is at a “pivotal juncture” as trade tensions flare, members of the IMF said in a draft statement after discussions that have been overshadowed by the trade war.

Energy Secretary Aims to Reassure Oil Bosses Amid Trade War

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 08:45
Energy Secretary Chris Wright sought to reassure U.S. oil companies during a visit to Oklahoma, saying turmoil from President Donald Trump’s trade war is apt to be fleeting.

Auto Carrier Could Take $70 Million Hit From US Port Fees

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 08:21
Hoegh Autoliners ASA, an Oslo-based car carrier, said that a plan to impose fees on foreign ships calling at U.S. ports could cost the company as much as $70 million.

Low-Income Earners Face Sharpest Impact From Tariffs

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 07:00
While prices will rise for everyone, lower-income families are expected to lose a larger portion of their budgets because they tend to spend more of their earnings on goods.

Knight-Swift Posts Q1 Profit as LTL Revenue Soars

Thu, 04/24/2025 - 14:35
Knight-Swift Transportation returned to the black in the first quarter of 2025 on the back of a jump in less-than-truckload revenue.

Lawmaker Asks DOT to Reverse Obama-Era English Proficiency Memo

Thu, 04/24/2025 - 13:58
A federal lawmaker from Wyoming is asking USDOT to require that CMV drivers who cannot demonstrate proficiency with speaking and reading English be taken out of service during inspections.

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