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Jimmy Haslam Backs Initiative to Cut Heavy Industry Emissions
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam’s family office HF Capital has committed $725 million to help launch an initiative aimed at decarbonizing heavy industry, it announced Sept. 16.
Platform Science to Acquire Trimble’s Fleet Telematics Units
As part of the agreement, Trimble will take a 32.5% stake in Platform Science and receive a seat on Platform Science’s board of directors.
Daimler Broadens Global Platform of Electric Vehicles, Services
The company introduced a dedicated brand for its global charging infrastructure initiatives and broadened the scope of its financial services business.
House Passes GOP-Led Electric Vehicle Bill
The recent passage of legislation specific to EVs in the House is the latest effort from congressional Republicans pushing back on the Biden administration’s transportation agenda.
New Norfolk Southern CEO Calls Last 18 Months ‘Brutal’
Norfolk Southern CEO Mark George says the railroad is ready for a fresh start after a painful 18-month period involving a derailment, an activist proxy fight and the ouster of his predecessor.
Decision on US Steel Deal May Come After Election
United States Steel Corp. surged the most this year after The Washington Post reported that President Joe Biden wouldn’t immediately move to block Nippon Steel Corp.’s takeover bid.
NTSB Describes Effort to Douse Tesla Semi Fire
WASHINGTON — California firefighters had to douse a flaming battery in a Tesla Semi with about 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish flames after a crash, NTSB said Sept. 12.
September 13, 2024Port of Long Beach Hits 113-Year High in Cargo for August
The Port of Long Beach once again saw record-breaking cargo numbers in August, port officials said Sept. 12.
Uber to Launch Driverless Rides With Waymo in Austin, Atlanta
Uber Technologies will be the sole supplier of driverless rides on Alphabet’s Waymo cars in Austin and Atlanta, a boost to the rideshare app’s ambitions in the autonomous vehicle arena.
Loose Electrical Cable Found on Ship That Hit Key Bridge
BALTIMORE — Investigators working to pinpoint the cause of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse discovered a loose cable that could have caused electrical issues on the Dali.