Amazon, Walmart Online Orders Likely Delayed by China Lockdowns
Orders placed with global e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Walmart may be delayed by virus lockdowns and restrictions in some of China’s key manufacturing hubs, according to an industry body.
March 15, 2022FourKites Unveils Initiative to Reduce Supply Chain Emissions
FourKites announced its Net Zero initiative to help companies achieve organizational goals to reduce supply chain emissions.
March 14, 2022Treating Sleep Apnea for Truck Drivers Remains a Thorny Issue
Researchers believe many truck drivers on U.S. highways have untreated sleep apnea, which remains a public safety danger and a serious driver health issue.
March 14, 2022Container Freight Rates Set to Rise on More China Lockdowns
The number of containerships waiting off Qingdao, one of China’s biggest ports, is continuing to rise as the country doubles down on its COVID Zero policy, adding more delays to a strained global supply chain.
March 14, 2022Alcoa Unveils Lighter Wheels, Covers
ORLANDO, Fla. — Alcoa Wheels introduced a new set of products designed to enhance performance and efficiency across the industry.
March 10, 2022New Jersey, Other States Expand Online Services for Heavy Trucks
Registering heavy trucks just got easier in New Jersey thanks to the state’s motor vehicle commission adding 17 vehicle types to its expanded online services.
March 9, 2022Mock Trial Showcases Nuances of Tire-Related Accidents
ORLANDO, Fla. — A mock trial to showcase what could happen after a tire-related traffic accident was conducted March 8 at the Technology & Maintenance Council 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.
March 9, 2022Amazon Stops Sending Products to Russia
Amazon .com Inc. says it has stopped shipping products sold on its retail website to customers based in Russia and cut off access to its video streaming service there.
March 9, 2022BMW Recalls Almost 1 Million Cars Over Engine-Fire Risk
BMW AG recalled more than 917,000 cars in the U.S. — most of them for a second time — over an engine ventilation system that could overheat and increase the risk of fire.
March 9, 2022Goodyear Rolls Out New Line of EV-Ready Commercial Tires
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. premiered two new tires designed for the last-mile delivery sector, including one developed for electric vehicles.
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