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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.

Business, Technology, Safety

Questions Raised Over FMCSA Proposal for New Electronic Truck IDs

A plan for Unique Electronic Identification devices to be on most commercial vehicles would allow law enforcement to identify and monitor the condition of trucks and drivers on the highways. This raises concerns about privacy and the costs and benefits. 

November 16, 2022
Business, Technology

Improving Transportation Safety and Reducing Costs with Weather Intelligence

Transportation leaders are playing a game they cannot win with traditional weather sources. Business disruptions from weather are quickly growing both in frequency and complexity. Significantly better technology is needed to protect fleets and ensure operational efficiency. See how you can win using the power of weather intelligence!

November 14, 2022
Business, Technology

2018 TMC Live Blog

Let this page be your what's-happening-right-now guide to TMC 2018. Our live blog will capture photos, videos, tweets and latest headlines from the exhibit hall, press conferences and group sessions.

March 23, 2018
Business, Equipment

Metro XPress Finds Success

June 6, 2017
Business, Equipment

Metro XPress Finds Success

June 6, 2017
Business, Equipment

Used Truck Sales Nudge Upward in April

June 6, 2017
Business, Equipment

Meal and Rest Provision Sought in Funding Bill

June 5, 2017