General News
Top Brokers Envision Safer Industry After Montgomery Ruling
Several prominent freight brokerages have said the decision, while increasing legal exposure, will also reinforce industry safety practices.
Tesla Model 3 Hits Texas Home, Killing Woman
A fatal collision involving a Tesla sedan is under federal investigation after an electric vehicle slammed into a home in Texas, killing a woman inside.
Canadian Union Presses Ford for Higher Pay, Job Security
Canadian union Unifor is seeking higher pay and retirement benefits as well as better job security from Ford in contract negotiations.
Freight Brokers Urged to Strengthen Vetting Practices
Legal experts are urging the freight brokerage industry to bolster its carrier-vetting practices in the wake of Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II.
U.S. Authorizes Sale of Iranian Oil as Part of Peace Deal
The U.S. Treasury Department issued a license allowing Iran to sell some of its energy exports through Aug. 21. It opens the door for eventually ending many sanctions programs.
CRH to Buy Arcosa in Building Materials Firm’s Biggest Deal
CRH will pay $150 a share for Arcosa in the all-cash deal, the company said in a statement June 22.
Inside Mack Trucks’ Museum, Archives Drive History
“Everything we do here is by donation,” museum curator Doug Maney said. “It’s more than just Mack history. It’s American history.”
Qatar Gas Terminal Explosion Could Further Shake Markets
The scale of the damage remains unknown after the blast. Qatar's Interior Ministry said 13 people were killed.
Uber-Backed Lime Seeks $180.9 Million in IPO
The electric bike rental company is offering 6.7 million shares for $24 to $26 each, according to a filing June 22 with the SEC.
Amazon Prime Day Spending Expected to Rise 9%
U.S. consumers will spend $26.3 billion online at Amazon and other retailers during the four-day sale, up 9% from last year’s event in July, according to Adobe.
Oil Prices Dip as Iran Talks Continue
Brent crude was trading 2% lower to $79.02 per barrel. It was at roughly $70 a barrel before the start of the war in late February.
Perspective: ATD Targets Trio of Issues for Fly-In
Nearly 100 truck dealer representatives will gather in Washington for the American Truck Dealers Legislative Fly-In June 22-23, says ATD Chairman Kevin Holmes.
Transport Topics Through the Years
As transportation regulations, freight operations and trucking equipment have continuously evolved through the decades, so, too, has this publication.
Mack Expands OTR Highway Lineup With Pioneer and New Anthem
Mack Trucks outlined a two-pronged tractor strategy built around the new Pioneer and a redesigned Anthem at its Experience Center testing grounds.
IIHS Takes Next Step Toward Heavy-Duty Truck Safety Ratings
Passenger vehicle safety ratings have existed for decades, but until now no comparable commercial vehicle evaluations had been carried out and made public.
U.S. Ends Hormuz Blockade as Negotiations Restart
Vice President JD Vance downplayed concerns Iran could eventually impose tolls on traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
First Brands Lender Can’t Dispense Cash From Inventory Sales
The decision is an early victory for Bank of America in its lawsuit against Aequum. The two lenders each claim collateral rights over car parts built by First Brands.
Waymo Recalls Robotaxis Over Driving Through Work Zones
Waymo vehicles failed to recognize freeway construction zones in 13 instances in Phoenix and San Francisco in April and May, according to a June 17 filing with NHTSA.
Kroger Sales Rise on Steady Demand for Groceries, Essentials
The nation’s largest supermarket operator said June 18 that same-store sales grew 1% excluding fuel.
Trump Poised to Set New Tariffs as He Refunds the Old Ones
It’s unclear how quickly or how much in refunds will flow through to consumers, and fresh duties are set to hit as the U.S. economy absorbs higher costs for goods tied to the Iran war.