General News
Ford Eyes EV Market Leadership With Launch of F-150 Lightning
Ford Motor Co. is officially planting its flag with the launch of an all-electric version of America’s best-selling pickup truck, aiming to overtake Tesla Inc. and lead the electric vehicle market.
Raimondo Urges Congressional Passage of Semiconductor Bill
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo pressed senators April 27 to finalize legislation meant to boost domestic manufacturing of semiconductors.
Strong Trailer Demand Grows Wabash Q1 Profits
Wabash reported higher profits and sales during the first quarter as motor carriers and shippers rushed to purchase trailers to meet strong freight demand.
STB Searches for Answers About Freight Rail Delays
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board began two days of emergency public hearings April 26 to try to find ways to loosen the still jammed supply chain.
Dems Consider Legislative Moves to Cut Gas Prices
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer met on April 27 to discuss possible legislation to reduce gas prices, according to a Democratic aide.
Old Dominion Freight Line Reports Record Revenue for Q1
Old Dominion Freight Line’s revenue reached a record during the first quarter, the company announced April 27.
The Big EV Charging Mystery: How Long Does it Take?
How long does it take to “fill up” an electric car? Well, that depends on the car … and the charger … and how many other cars are plugged into the charger … and how full the battery is to begin with … and, oh yeah, the weather matters, too.
P&O Restarts Truck Ferries on Crucial Dover-Calais Route
P&O Ferries Ltd. resumed freight-only services on the critical English Channel crossing between Dover and Calais after a six-week hiatus as it tries to move on from outrage caused by the abrupt firing of nearly 800 staff.