Intermodal, 3PL Outlook Remains Strong
LONG BEACH, Calif. — The intermodal and third-party logistics industries are experiencing growth that is running parallel to the strength of the economy.
September 20, 2018China Races to Get Goods to the US Before Tariffs Hit
The race is on to get Chinese goods into the United States before President Donald Trump’s tariffs bite.
September 20, 2018US Home Sales Flat in August
WASHINGTON — Sales of existing homes were unchanged in August, as a shortage of houses priced at less than $250,000 — a level considered to be affordable for the middle class — has become a drag on the real estate market.
September 20, 2018Trade Tensions Push Finance Chiefs’ Outlook to Worst in a Year
As the Trump administration keeps piling on tariffs, U.S. stock traders are averting their gaze and holding on tight. Corporate finance chiefs are having a more difficult time.
September 20, 2018I-5 in Washington, Oregon Best Route to Deploy Self-Driving Semis, Report Says
Of all the freeways in the United States, the most productive corridor for self-driving trucks appears to be Interstate 5 through Washington and Oregon, according to a report released this week by the Kirkland, Wash.-based Inrix data company.
September 20, 2018Transportation Bill Could Be Next Up After Senate Sends House Defense Bill
The U.S. Senate has gained more time to finalize a transportation measure that includes a key trucking provision prior to a Sept. 30 deadline now that it has approved a fiscal 2019 defense funding bill.
September 20, 2018Trump Presses OPEC to Reduce Prices as Crude Trades Near $80
President Donald Trump resumed his criticism of OPEC, saying on Twitter that the cartel “must get prices down now!”
September 20, 2018PHMSA Exempts Hazmat, Secure-Cargo Carriers From California Rest Rule
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has pre-empted motor carriers hauling hazardous materials, explosives and security-sensitive cargo from California’s meal-and-rest-break requirements.
September 20, 2018FMCSA Extends Public Comment Period on HOS Concerns
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended the period of comment for an advance notice of proposed rulemaking regarding hours of service for drivers hauling property.
September 19, 2018Officers Issue 57,405 Citations, 87,907 Warnings During Operation Safe Driver Week
Commercial motor vehicle enforcement officers patrolling U.S. and Canadian highways issued more than 57,000 citations and nearly 88,000 warnings for unsafe driving behaviors during 2018 Operation Safe Driver Week, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance reported Sept. 19.
September 19, 2018