Amazon.com Inc. is teaming up with Lyft Inc. on recruiting the ride-hailing company’s drivers to deliver packages and groceries as the pandemic keeps people indoors.
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Lyft Suggests Drivers Work for Amazon After Ridership Plummets
California Agency Approves $2.6 Billion for Multimodal Improvements
The California Transportation Commission recently approved $2.6 billion in funding for multimodal improvement projects.
Showers of Praise Greet Busy Truckers
As truck drivers crisscross the country hauling goods vital to the fight against the coronavirus, they find themselves at the center of another fast-spreading outbreak: nationwide gratitude. It’s showing up along the roads, on TV, in emails and social media, and even at the White House.
Trucking Adapts to Spike in Consumer Demand
Trucking is handling increased demand and awaits a potential surge of pent-up activity because of the coronavirus, but what that means for the industry long term remains an open question.
With Rush Hour Traffic Gone, Truck Drivers Speed Deliveries
Truck drivers have faced a number of hurdles in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. But lately, traffic hasn’t been one of them.
As Great Lakes Shipping Starts, Extra Precautions for COVID-19 Are Taken
The season’s first load of iron ore left the Duluth harbor before dawn March 22, carrying with it some extra cargo — caution over the spread of coronavirus.
Truckers Bolstered by Demand Surge, but Shakeout Looms
U.S. trucking companies are riding a surge in cargo demand from consumers stockpiling basic goods, but it may not last long.
UPS, Teamsters Agree on Sick Leave as Coronavirus Spreads
UPS Inc. said it is taking steps to protect its employees from contracting the COVID-19 virus and that it reached an agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters concerning paid-leave guidelines for unionized workers who are affected by it.
Proterra Appoints Chairman Jack Allen to CEO Post
Electric-transit bus manufacturer Proterra appointed current Chairman Jack Allen to CEO as it prepares to extend its technology to other vehicle segments, including last-mile delivery.
March 23, 2020American West Announces Acquisition of Innovative Delivery Systems
American West Worldwide Express closed the acquisition of furniture delivery-service Innovative Delivery Systems, the company announced March 16.
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