General News
ATA, CVSA Call for Third-Party ELD Certification
The push to strengthen ELD certification comes amid concern on the part of trucking companies, law enforcement and others about ELD tampering aimed at circumventing driver HOS limitations.
Trucking Fleets Turn to Renewable Diesel for Cleaner Runs
Emissions can be reduced, and trucking fleets still can rely on today’s predominant vehicle technologies and fueling infrastructure.
If Supreme Court Strikes Tariffs, Wall Street Doubts Refunds
Wall Street heavyweights have struck deals with companies that could be eligible for reimbursement if tariffs are ruled unlawful, yet investors are finding the trade can be had for relatively cheap.
Court Blocks New Rules Limiting Which Immigrants Can Get CDLs
The court said the federal government didn't follow proper procedure in drafting the rule and failed to “articulate a satisfactory explanation for how the rule would promote safety.”
Shareholders of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern Back Merger
Roughly 99% of both railroads’ shareholders voted to support the largest rail merger in history, but the U.S. Surface Transportation Board must still OK it before the deal can be completed.
Renewable Natural Gas Gains Interest From Fleets
The use of natural gas as a fuel for heavy-duty trucks is receiving a boost, due in part to the rollout of a more powerful natural gas engine and the growing availability of renewable natural gas to reduce emissions.
Scout Motors Selects Charlotte as Headquarters
The U.S. subsidiary of Volkswagen is aiming to create 1,200 jobs for its new headquarters. Scout also has a new $2 billion electric vehicle production factory in Blythewood, S.C.
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to Retire in 2026
Walmart said CEO Doug McMillon will retire in February and be replaced by John Furner, 51, who has served as head of Walmart U.S. since 2019.
FedEx Places First Order for Harbinger EV Chassis
FedEx spokeswoman Savannah Haeger said the order represents the first time the shipping company has paired an order in the medium-sized EV chassis space with an investment in the EV truck maker.