Western Star Offers Backup Camera, Radar Options
Truck maker Western Star announced it is offering 3rd Eye’s backup cameras and radar option packages factory-installed on its vehicles.
November 13, 2017National Autonomous Policy Would Benefit Trucking Industry, ATA Official Says
WASHINGTON — Developing a singular autonomous vehicle policy nationwide would facilitate testing of automated trucks and connected vehicle technologies, a senior official with American Trucking Associations said Nov. 9.
November 9, 2017Replay: LiveOnWeb's 'Powering the Trucks of Tomorrow'
On the heels of Tesla's electric truck unveiling, our Nov. 17 LiveOnWeb program took a look at fuel efficiency and cost-savings gains that cleaner-running diesel and natural gas promise, as well as the intriguing potential that electric offers, even for Class 8 trucks. Watch the replay.
November 9, 2017Filings for Jobless Benefits Show Steady Job Market
Even with an increase last week, the level of U.S. filings for unemployment benefits indicates steady demand for workers, Labor Department figures showed Nov. 9. The average number of applications filed over the past month was the lowest in 44 years.
November 9, 2017Private Financing Tool Rejected in House Tax Bill
Tax breaks designed to help the private sector finance infrastructure projects were not included in a Republican tax overhaul bill President Donald Trump would consider by the end of the year.
November 9, 2017EPA Issues Proposed Rule to Repeal Regulation of Glider Kits
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Nov. 9 issued a proposed rule to repeal the Obama administration’s Medium- and Heavy-Duty Truck Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas Emission and Fuel Efficiency Standards for the glider industry.
November 9, 2017Women’s Workplace Initiatives: Start Small, Include Many, Network Finds
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Women looking to establish initiatives that engage other women in the workplace should start small and involve all sectors of their organization, from the human resources department to executives, according to Erin Luke, fleet sales administration manager at Peterbilt Motors Co.
November 9, 2017Consumer Comfort Stays High in Positive Sign for Economy
Americans’ confidence was little changed last week from elevated levels, underpinned by optimism about the buying climate and the economy, Bloomberg Consumer Comfort Index figures showed Nov. 9.
November 9, 2017Contract Rates Going Up in 2018 as Carriers Gain Strength
A confluence of historic trends and external events are impacting 2018 contract rate discussions that traditionally begin this time of year among carriers, shippers, logistics houses and consultants.
November 9, 2017ATRI Recommends Federal Fuel Tax Increase
The American Transportation Research Institute has determined that a federal fuel tax increase is the best option for achieving a large-scale infrastructure program.
November 9, 2017