Business

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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment

Rivian Beats EV Production Estimates

Rivian Automotive built and delivered more electric vehicles last quarter than Wall Street expected, giving the automaker a boost as it grapples with production hurdles and heavy costs.

Ed Ludlow | Bloomberg News
April 2, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Tesla Sales Fall Way Short of Estimates

Tesla Inc. suffered its first year-over-year sales drop since the early days of the COVID pandemic.

Dana Hull | Bloomberg News
April 2, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Second Channel Opens at Baltimore Bridge Site

BALTIMORE — Crews opened a second temporary channel April 2 allowing a limited amount of marine traffic to bypass the wreckage of Baltimore’s collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Lea Skene | Associated Press
April 2, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Freight Railroads Must Keep Two-Person Crews

Major freight railroads will have to maintain two-person crews on most routes under a new federal rule that was finalized April 2.

Josh Funk | Associated Press
April 2, 2024
Business, Safety, Logistics

Cargo Ship Owner Seeks $44 Million Liability Limit

The owner of the ship that rammed a bridge in Baltimore, killing six workers and disrupting the eastern U.S. transportation network, is seeking to limit its liability to about $43.7 million.

Ethan M Steinberg | Bloomberg News
April 1, 2024
Business, Technology

Improving Back Office Efficiency in the Freight Industry

Technology is transforming the freight industry, accelerating the transition from manual processes to digital. And in a fiercely competitive landscape where every advantage matters, adopting innovation isn't merely beneficial – it's imperative. In this report, explore six strategies to supercharge your back office.     

April 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

The Pitfalls of Consumer-Grade Tablets for Trucking

This whitepaper examines the differences between consumer-grade tablets and built-for-trucking devices to assess the impact on operations, including:   - How different devices fare in demanding weather conditions   - Service disruptions and logistical issues with consumer-grade tablets   - How managed solutions can reduce overall device costs     

April 1, 2024
Business, Technology

Revolutionizing Freight Operations with FreightX

The freight industry is rapidly digitizing and fraud is an increasing concern. Establishing trust through data integrity and transaction transparency is key to overcoming challenges. Download our whitepaper to learn how to navigate the changing freight landscape. 

April 1, 2024
Business, Technology

Trailer Telematics: Reduce CSA Violations & Increase Safety

Keep the roads safer with advanced trailer telematics. In this whitepaper, see how you can gain insights that lead to increased safety and reduced roadside incidents—keeping drivers happy and your fleet on the road and profitable.

April 1, 2024
Business, Logistics

What's That? Freight Broker

A transportation management system or TMS is a logistics platform that uses technology to help trucking businesses plan, execute, and optimize the physical movement of goods, both incoming and outgoing.

April 1, 2024