Diesel Average Declines 0.7¢ to $2.382 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail price of diesel dipped 0.7 cent to $2.382 a gallon, according to the Department of Energy as oil prices hovered around $45.
September 26, 2016Michelin to Build Automated Tire Distribution Complex in South Carolina
Michelin North America said it plans to spend $270 million to build a new distribution complex near Spartanburg, South Carolina, to handle tires for passenger vehicles, heavy trucks and agricultural equipment.
September 26, 2016Maersk May Target Hanjin, Hyundai in New Acquisition Strategy
A.P. Moeller-Maersk A/S’s container line, which this month ditched a strategy of building new vessels and will instead try to grow through acquisitions, is targeting South Korea’s two biggest shipping firms, according to Jefferies International Ltd.
September 26, 2016Ohio Town Grapples With Truck Parking Woes
When truck driver Grant Moser returns to Huber Heights, Ohio, in a few days after making his way back from California, he’ll face a choice more complex than it might seem: Where to park?
September 26, 2016Labor Dispute at Port of Portland Halts Container Traffic
A dispute between labor and the private third-party operator of the Port of Portland's container terminal needs to be resolved in federal court before the service is restored in Oregon.
September 26, 2016Ontario Will Reissue Moratoriums on Axle Weight Penalties
Ontario, Canada’s most populous province announced on Sept. 24 that it will reissue moratoriums on axle weight penalties and only enforce gross vehicle weight violations while a final agreement on those in the excavation/aggregate hauling sector is being negotiated.
September 26, 2016Hyundai Merchant Said to Be Looking at Buying Hanjin Assets
Hyundai Merchant Marine Co., South Korea’s second-largest container line, surged in Seoul trading after the company was said to be looking at some assets of troubled rival Hanjin Shipping Co. for a possible acquisition.
September 26, 2016Italian Truck Maker Debuts Natural Gas-Powered Concept Truck
Italian truck maker Iveco debuted its alternative fuel-powered concept truck that the company said anticipates the shift to autonomous driving and renewable energy.
September 26, 2016Sales of New Homes Retreated in August From Nine-Year High
Purchases of new U.S. homes dropped in August after surging a month earlier to the fastest pace since 2007, representing a pause in momentum within residential real estate.
September 26, 2016Opinion: Significant Accomplishments; More to Be Done
A year ago, I stood before you in Philadelphia and accepted the title of chairman of American Trucking Associations. It has been a tremendous honor to be your chairman at such a critical time for our industry.
September 26, 2016