Train in Southern California Derails Following Collision with Truck: 198 Passengers Aboard
An Amtrak train carrying nearly 200 passengers derailed in Southern California after colliding with a county water truck, leaving the truck's driver critically injured.
Yellow Files Lawsuit Against Teamsters Over Contract Dispute
Yellow Corp. has filed a lawsuit against the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, accusing the union of breaching their contract, obstructing the company's restructuring plans, and endangering its operations to the point of potential asset liquidation.
Democratic Support for the PRO Act: A Question of Duration
The PRO Act, a proposed legislation aiming to protect workers' rights, has raised concerns among small business owners, particularly franchisees.
Lordstown Motors' Bankruptcy Filing and Legal Battle with Foxconn over Funding Deal
Lordstown Motors, the struggling electric-truck maker, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and has initiated a lawsuit against Foxconn, accusing the Taiwanese manufacturer of breaching an agreement to provide additional funding.
Industries Experiencing the Highest Levels of Work-Related Stress
A recent survey conducted by Vivian Health reveals that work-related stress remains prevalent, with nearly half of the respondents reporting job stress
Volvo and University of Minnesota Collaborate on Severe Weather Electric Truck Tests
Volvo Trucks North America is partnering with the University of Minnesota to conduct extreme weather testing on its VNR Electric model.
Target Strengthens Reach with New Extension Facility
Target has opened its first extension facility in Smyrna, Georgia, allowing the retailer to reach an additional 500,000 customers for next-day delivery in the Atlanta area.
Surge in Positive Drug Tests Reaches 20-Year Peak in U.S. Workforce Amid Marijuana Legalization
The overall positivity rate for drug tests in the U.S. workforce has reached a 20-year high due to the legalization of recreational marijuana in some states, according to Quest Diagnostics.
OOIDA Urges President Biden to Seek New Department of Labor Nominee
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has called on President Joe Biden to find a new nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Labor.
New Requirement: Heavy Trucks and Buses to Have Automatic Emergency Braking Equipment
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) have announced a proposed rule that would require heavy trucks and buses to be equipped with automatic emergency braking systems within the next five years.
$1 Billion SPAC Deal Highlights Industry Shift
Appian Capital Advisory has successfully sold the Santa Rita nickel mine and Serrote copper-gold project in Brazil for a total of $1.065 billion.
NHTSA Reports Decrease in Traffic Fatalities during the First Quarter of 2023
According to projections released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic fatalities in the first three months of 2023 decreased by approximately 3.3% compared to the same period in 2022.
Logistics Plus adds to European operations
Logistics Plus Inc., a logistics service provider based in Erie, Pennsylvania, has acquired Dutch company Jan Krediet in order to expand its presence in Europe.
FedEx Anticipates No Benefit from UPS-Teamsters Negotiations
FedEx does not expect any significant benefits from the ongoing labor negotiations between UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, according to EVP and Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere.
OOIDA Criticizes EPA Proposal
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has voiced its opposition to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Greenhouse Gas Phase 3 proposal, stating that it disregards the concerns of truck drivers.
Navigating Sensitive Topics: Truckers and Mergers & Acquisitions
A journalist in San Antonio reflects on the rare opportunity to befriend and gain insight from industry professionals while organizing a panel program for the Truckload Carriers Association Safety & Security Meeting.
BNSF Prepares for Intermodal Surge After West Coast Ports' Contract Deal
Following the resolution of the contract dispute at West Coast ports, BNSF Railway Co. (BNSF) has announced its readiness to handle an anticipated surge in intermodal volumes once freight levels in the region return to normal.
Paccar Recalls Peterbilt Trucks Following Under Hood Fires
Paccar Inc. has issued a recall for 4,914 Peterbilt Model 579 Class 8 tractors due to the occurrence of six under-hood fires.
Fuel Groups Urge EPA to Revise Greenhouse Gas Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks
A group of diesel fuel industry stakeholders is urging the EPA to revise its greenhouse gas standards for heavy-duty trucks and adopt a market-oriented, technology-neutral approach to decarbonizing transportation.
Fashion Industry Forms Sustainable Supply Alliance
The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and the Apparel Impact Institute (AII) have joined forces in a collaborative effort to accelerate decarbonization in the fashion industry and promote sustainability throughout the global clothes supply chain.