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GM Says Strike Cost $1.1 Billion, but Raises Dividend
General Motors says pretax earnings took a $1.1 billion hit due to production lost during the UAW's strike, but the company expects to absorb the new contract's costs and raised its dividend.
Alabama to Build $30 Million EV Tech Workforce Training Hub
A $30 million workforce training center focused on electric vehicle technology will be built in Decatur, Ala., Gov. Kay Ivey announced Nov. 27.
FMCSA Warning: Drivers Who Drug-Test Positive Will Lose CDLs
FMCSA has issued a warning that late next year truck drivers who test positive for drug use will not only be placed on prohibited status, but will lose their commercial driver licenses.
NRF Reports Record Thanksgiving Shopping Weekend
Thanksgiving weekend shoppers surpassed their record turnout from last year, marking a strong unofficial start to the holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation.
Congress Has NDAA on End-of-Year To-Do List
Finalizing a comprehensive Pentagon policy bill is among the legislative items on Congress’ radar before adjourning for the year.
Lineage Logistics Eyes Over $30 Billion Valuation in IPO
Lineage Logistics is targeting a valuation of more than $30 billion in an initial public offering, people familiar with the matter said, in what could be one of next year’s largest listings.
Winterization Process Requires Preparation, Training
From treacherous road conditions to freezing temperatures, even the most conscientious drivers need to exert caution on the roads during the winter.
Schneider’s Freightliner eCascadias Reach 1 Million-Mile Mark
Freightliner eCascadia battery-electric trucks operated by Schneider reached 1 million zero-emission miles carrying customer freight, the carrier said
Rolls-Royce Sours on Electric Planes, Needs Time for Hydrogen
Rolls-Royce Holdings backed away from electric aircraft and said conventional propulsion will remain the mainstay in coming years as hydrogen takes time to mature as an alternative.
Stuck Australian Gas Tanker May Spur Global LNG Price Rise
A loaded liquefied natural gas tanker is stuck at an export terminal in Australia and will disrupt some shipments, adding to supply concerns ahead of the Northern Hemisphere winter.