Expanding Truck Parking High on USDOT Agenda, Buttigieg Says
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stressed that expanding access to safe truck parking is a key priority for his agency, and one that he understands ensures the safety of drivers and efficiency of supply chains.
May 9, 2023Daimler Truck Q1 Sales Jump
A 15% year-over-year jump in sales at Daimler Truck powered a jump in revenue and profit in the first three months of 2023, and North American sales rose 12% compared with the year-ago period.
May 9, 2023EPA Seeks Comment on Electric Truck Costs, Charging
Prior to moving forward with Inflation Reduction Act funding, the EPA says it is seeking comment on zero-emission technologies in the heavy-duty vehicle and port sectors.
May 9, 2023New Georgia Laws Address EV Chargers, Max Truck Weight
Two new Georgia laws serve to accommodate the rising number of trucks and electric vehicles on the road, which is expected to increase exponentially in coming decades.
May 9, 2023Daseke Reports Revenue, Earnings Drop in Q1
Daseke Inc. experienced a year-over-year drop in revenue and earnings during the first quarter of 2023, the company reported May 9.
May 9, 2023California’s Port Dominance Is Slipping as Cargo Shifts East
The pandemic’s cargo crush pushed the Los Angeles and Long Beach complex close to the breaking point, allowing ports from New York-New Jersey to Houston to grow their market share.
May 8, 2023Nebraska, North Dakota Governors Issue HOS Waivers
A shortened planting season and regional fuel shortages led the governors of Nebraska and North Dakota on May 5 to issue 30-day hours-of-service waivers for truckers.
May 8, 2023ATRI Announces Top Five Research Issues for 2023
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — The availability of truck parking spaces rates as the American Transportation Research Institute's No. 1 study topic for 2023.
May 8, 2023Volvo Triples Electric Truck Dealer Network Since Last Year
ANAHEIM, Calif. — As Volvo Trucks continues to roll out battery-electric heavy-duty trucks to fleet customers across North America, the truck maker also is building its support network.
May 5, 2023Hyundai Brings Xcient Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck to US
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Global vehicle manufacturer Hyundai Motor Co. premiered the production version of its Xcient hydrogen fuel cell electric Class 8 truck for the North American market.
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