Business
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.
FMCSA Proposes Changes to Carrier Fitness Determination
Federal trucking regulators are seeking public comment on a proposal to modify the current three-tier safety motor carrier fitness rating structure, including a review of data and other resources.
US Consumer Confidence Wanes With Prices Still High
Americans are feeling less confident financially as summer comes to a close and high prices and interest rates weigh on their willingness to spend.
Five States Issue Emergency Commercial Vehicle Orders
Florida and four other states issued emergency waivers for commercial motor vehicles that remain in effect for varying periods up to a month to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia.
Amazon Delivery Drivers in Denver Undergo Unique Training
Many Amazon delivery drivers located in Denver have likely gone through a three-day course developed locally, one that could eventually serve as a model of driver training elsewhere.
Toyota to Resume Japan Plants After Rare System Malfunction
Toyota Motor Corp. said it will gradually resume operations at its 14 domestic plants Aug. 30 after a system malfunction suspended production.
Transfix Fights Freight Fraud With Shipment Verification Tool
Transfix launched a new security feature designed to verify load authenticity to reduce freight fraud, the company announced Aug. 24.
August 28, 2023CVSA Inspections Find Violations in 30% of Hazmat Packages
CVSA inspectors found violations with three of every 10 hazardous materials/dangerous goods packages inspected during a five-day unannounced special enforcement initiative June 12-16.
Diesel Price Climbs to $4.475 a Gallon
Diesel prices lurched forward another 8.6 cents a gallon to reach $4.475 for the national average, according to data from the Energy Information Administration released Aug. 28.
August 28, 2023Two Kansas Community Colleges Partner to Expand CDL Training
Two Kansas community colleges are partnering to increase CDL training to alleviate a driver shortage in a state that needs truck transportation for its agriculture-related industries.
Perspective: A Global View of Decarbonization
The trucking industry is the backbone of the economy. Finding the right balance between cutting emissions and continuing to effectively meet demand is our ultimate green mission.