Caterpillar to End Production of On-Highway Vocational Trucks
Caterpillar Inc. will stop production of its on-highway vocational trucks due to the “current business climate in the truck industry.”
February 26, 2016Replay: LiveOnWeb on Driver Recruitment and Retention
Whether you’re a fleet recruiter or a driver, pick up some practical tips from the replay of our LiveOnWeb program that took a new look at driver recruitment and retention. TCW Inc. President Dave Manning and UPS Freight driver Henry Bruster, as well as recruiting experts, joined us.
February 25, 2016XPO Logistics Reports Fourth-Quarter Loss of $62.8 Million
XPO Logistics Inc. reported fourth-quarter results that included a loss of $62.8 million, or 58 cents per share, and a glimpse of less-than-truckload performance at the former Con-way Freight unit that was acquired in October.
February 25, 2016Alaska Fuel Tax Bill Moves With Trucking Industry Support
Gov. Bill Walker’s bill to increase state fuel taxes has support from some industry groups it would directly affect, including the Alaska Trucking Association.
February 25, 2016After Strong Year, Volvo Looks to Boost Market Share
WASHINGTON — Volvo Trucks North America had its best year for deliveries and market share in 2015, and although industrywide sales are expected to decline this year, the company’s president said he wants to increase market share by boosting sales to flatbed, tank truck and heavyhaul carriers.
February 25, 2016Orders for Capital Goods Climb by Most Since June 2014
Orders for U.S. capital goods rebounded in January by the most since June 2014, representing a pause in manufacturing’s downturn.
February 25, 2016Consumer Comfort Holds in Narrow Range for Eighth Week
Consumer sentiment in the United States remained stable last week and close to a three-month high, helped in part by upbeat views of buying conditions.
February 25, 2016Jobless Claims Rise in Holiday Week From Three-Month Low
The number of Americans filing applications for unemployment benefits rose last week from a three-month low, in part reflecting the typical swings during holiday periods.
February 25, 2016Democrats Oppose Meal-Break Provision in FAA Bill
WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats are calling on colleagues to oppose an aviation reform bill that includes a provision affecting rest breaks for truckers when the measure reaches the House floor.
February 25, 2016TMC 2016 Live Blog
Transport Topics' live coverage of the 2016 Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition in Nashville Feb. 29-March 3, 2016.
February 24, 2016