The United States is open to facing “repercussions” if it doesn’t live up to its commitments in a potential trade deal with China, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said, in a sign that the two sides are edging closer to an accord.
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Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin Says US Open to Facing Penalties in China Trade Deal
Drivers Feel Safer in Hotel Rooms, Fleets Say
Carriers that provide paid lodging for drivers say sleeping in hotel rooms not only improves their quality of rest, but also provides them with a greater sense of security.
April 15, 2019Some Fleets Embrace Paid Lodging for Drivers as Alternative to Sleeper Cabs
Some companies are embracing daycabs and hotel stays for drivers, rather than sleeper cabs. Benefits include safety and better sleep.
Spring Snowstorm Buries Midwest, Tornadoes Possible in South
Strong winds and more snow hit the Midwest on April 12 after a spring storm buried several states in snow and created dangerous travel conditions, while forecasters warned of potential weekend tornadoes in the South.
April 12, 2019Port Logistics Group Expands Into Midwest
Port Logistics Group, a Los Angeles-based warehousing and transloading company, announced its first expansion into the Midwest on April 4.
April 12, 2019More Women See Roles Expanding on Family Farms
As the average U.S. farmer ages, more women are stepping up as decision makers to help feed a booming global population.
April 12, 2019Retailers, Logistics Firms Expand Final-Mile Delivery to Meet Rising E-Commerce Expectations
PHILADELPHIA — Retailers and transportation providers are embracing a blend of final-mile delivery strategies to keep pace with rapidly shifting online shopping habits.
Hemp Transport Legality Awaits Appeals Court Decision in Idaho Lawsuit
A decision expected soon by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals could send a clear signal to truckers and shippers on the legality of transporting industrial hemp across state lines.
Prognostics Takes Shape as the Future of Truck Repair
Condition-based maintenance is coming to commercial vehicles, and bringing with it transformative possibilities to expand real-time operational insights, foster an improved warranty process and, perhaps, accelerate sales of replacement parts, experts said.
Iceland Builds Arctic Port as Global Shipping Routes Get Redrawn
As global warming creates shipping routes that can cut across the northern tip of the planet, a new port is being built on the fringe of the Arctic circle.