Business
Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
Oil Prices Tumble on Economic News, Cloudy Recovery
Oil prices recently tumbled as a resurgence in coronavirus cases and impending U.S. layoffs darken the economic outlook.
Global Air Passenger Slump to Last Until 2023, Moody’s Says
Global airline passenger demand won’t recover to pre-coronavirus pandemic levels until the end of 2023, and only then if effective vaccines and medicines are available, according to Moody’s Investors Service.
Trailer Makers Anticipate Rebound After Fleets Recover From Pandemic
The trailer industry was forced to make further production cuts and alter manufacturing processes as the coronavirus pandemic took hold.
COVID-19 Continues to Damage Business at Nation’s Ports on Both Coasts
The COVID-19 pandemic and Trump administration trade policies with China will result in at least a 15% drop in cargo this year at the Port of Los Angeles, the nation’s busiest seaport.
J.B. Hunt Reports $121.7 Million in Net Earnings
J.B. Hunt Transport Services reported that second-quarter profits and revenue declined versus year-ago levels.
Ducted Fuel Injection Shows Promise for Diesel
Researchers have developed a promising yet surprisingly simple modification to diesel engines that could hold the key to reducing the complexity, maintenance, and size and weight of emission aftertreatment systems.
Tesla Keeps China Growth Going With Record Registrations
Tesla Inc. kept growing in China last month, with registrations of its electric vehicles jumping to a record in the world’s largest market as the coronavirus outbreak receded.
More Fleets Are Going Green at Their Facilities
A growing number of transportation and logistics providers are cutting costs and going green with energy-efficient truck terminals and warehouses.
Home Construction Jumps 17.3% in June
Construction of U.S. homes jumped 17.3% in June as some states reopened, but the pace still lags last year after this spring’s massive slowdown in building activity due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Demand for Virtual Training Accelerates During Pandemic
The pandemic is accelerating the transition to virtual learning for truck technicians, and the industry might never turn back.