Study Says Collection Costs About Equal for All-Electronic Tolls or Fuel Taxes
The cost of all-electronic tolling is about the same as the cost of collecting fuel tax, and could result in more money available for highway infrastructure improvements, the Reason Foundation said in a study released last week.
December 3, 2012C.H. Robinson Revamps Online Tool
C.H. Robinson introduced an updated online tool with improved user interface and additional customization options for customers, the company said.
November 26, 2012Walmart Debuts Supercube, Seeks Test Permit in Canada
Walmart Canada Corp. is hoping to revolutionize freight transportation in Canada with a huge new cargo carrier.
November 26, 2012GE Sets $200 Million for Clean Energy Corp. LNG Expansion
GE Energy Financial Services said Tuesday it is providing $200 million to Clean Energy Corp. for two liquefied natural gas plants.
November 13, 2012Trimble’s Earnings Surge, Aided By PeopleNet, TMW
Trimble Navigation Ltd., the parent company of PeopleNet Communications Corp. and TMW Systems Inc., said its third-quarter profit nearly doubled from last year.
November 13, 2012DOE Launches Online Tool for Alternative Fuel
The Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory launched an online tool for fleet managers to evaluate the benefits of using alternative fuels.
November 13, 2012Qualcomm’s Earnings Rise for 4Q, Year
Wireless technology and service provider Qualcomm Inc. reported a higher profit for both its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year.
XRS Reports Narrower 4Q Loss
XRS Corp. said Thursday its fiscal fourth-quarter loss narrowed from a year ago, while its adjusted earnings improved for the quarter and fiscal year.
November 8, 2012U.S., Chinese Clean Truck Tech Manufacturers Meet with Government Officials
Clean truck technology company representatives from the U.S. and China met for the first time last week with agencies from both governments, said event sponsor Calstart.
November 5, 2012Truck Makers Develop Improvements in Aerodynamics for Tractors
While the largest aerodynamic changes are happening on trailers, truck makers said their products also are being made more air-efficient, which has a significant effect on the entire tractor-trailer combination.