Norfolk Southern's Third-Quarter Earnings Strong
Railroad freight earnings were mixed in the third quarter, with Norfolk Southern Corp. recording stronger earnings but Canadian National Co. slipping slightly, in announcements Oct. 24 and Oct. 25.
October 25, 2017New-Home Sales Unexpectedly Jump to Highest Since 2007
U.S. purchases of new homes unexpectedly surged in September to the highest level in a decade as activity accelerated in the South after hurricanes Harvey and Irma, according to government data Oct. 25.
October 25, 2017Peak Shipping Season Red-Hot at Container Ports
The peak 2017 shipping season remains red hot, with nearly every major port reporting greater container traffic in September than a year ago.
October 25, 2017Gain in Equipment Orders Underscores Robust US Investment
U.S. orders for business equipment increased more than forecast in September, indicating solid investment momentum as the third quarter drew to a close, Commerce Department figures showed Oct. 25.
October 25, 2017Amazon Will Deliver Packages Straight Into Your Living Room
Amazon.com Inc. is going to start delivering packages not just to doorsteps, but inside homes as well.
October 25, 2017ATA Tonnage Index Continues Surge Into September
Recent growth in truck tonnage eased up a bit in September, but still advanced 7.4% year-over-year, American Trucking Associations reported Oct. 24.
October 25, 2017ATA Elects Dave Manning as New Chairman
ORLANDO, Fla. — American Trucking Associations’ annual conference culminated on Oct. 24 with the federation’s new chairman, Dave Manning, telling fellow members he will continue to push for greater investments in the country’s freight corridors to improve connectivity.
October 24, 2017Four Trucking Legends Credit a Passion to Be the Best
ORLANDO, Fla. — The secret to success in the trucking industry isn’t really much of a secret after all, according to four industry “legends.”
October 24, 2017Survey Finds Growing Public Support for Gas Tax, Trucking Industry
ORLANDO, Fla. — A new survey sponsored by American Trucking Associations shows widening public support for an increase in the gas tax.
October 24, 2017DTNA Pursuing Advanced Driver-Assist Tech, not Autonomous Trucks, CEO Says
ORLANDO, Fla. — Daimler Trucks North America continues its pursuit of automated driving technology, but that development path is focused not on “autonomous” trucks but advanced driver-assistance systems, CEO Roger Nielsen said.
October 24, 2017