China Benefits from Biden's EV Mandates
President Biden has set a goal of having two-thirds of new cars be electric by 2032.
Ascend Launches Immersive Trucking Training Program
In addition to its core business, Ascend is now using immersive technology systems to train new truck drivers.
Purchasing a Gas-Powered Car May Be Easier a Decade From Now Than You Think
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently unveiled more robust proposed regulations for emissions from vehicles. T
Is Sidewalk Delivery Feasible?
The development of robot sidewalk delivery by Amazon and FedEx has been in its early stages for years, even gaining some notoriety on late-night talk shows in 2019.
2030 Projection: Significant Increase in Demand for Robots for Inventory Picking
Inventory picking robots are autonomous machines designed to retrieve items from shelves or storage locations in a warehouse or fulfillment center.
Shell's Starship Semi-Truck Shifts to Natural Gas Fuel
Shell's Starship big rig is a concept truck that was developed as a collaboration between Shell Lubricants and the AirFlow Truck Company.
Walmart Shuts Down Four Stores in Chicago
Since Walmart set up shop in one of the biggest U.S. cities, it has lost tens of millions of dollars, with its yearly losses doubling in the last 5 years.
4 in 10 Americans Consider Switching to Electric Vehicles in the Future
A recent study has shown that four out of ten Americans say that their next car may be electric, which is far less than the Biden administration was hoping for.
FedEx Plans to Have No Drivers on Payroll in the Future
Reports suggest that FedEx is exploring a future where they will not have drivers on their payroll.
Employees Eagerly Anticipate Integration of AI in the Workplace
The majority of younger workers seem to be ecstatic to be able to work alongside AI in their work setting.
Electric Cars May Need to Account for 54% of All Cars by 2030
The Biden administration has introduced a strict air pollution law that would require more than half of the cars in the market to be completely electric.
European Uprising Underway over Electric Vehicles
Ever since the war started between Russia and Ukraine, many European countries have reverted to using coal and other less environmentally friendly practices.
Investment in direct delivery services surges by 66%
Many North American companies across various industries have reported that their direct-to-consumer delivery model has increased since 2020.
After dockworker walkout, West Coast port unions' bargaining power diminishes
Last Thursday, a shortage of manpower prompted dockworkers to walk out, resulting in the closure of both West Coast ports.
Challenges arise for FedEx with the integration of ground and express services
FedEx has recently announced that they will be combining their ground and express services, but this move may cause more problems than they anticipated.
Younger and more diverse individuals increasingly joining the at-home workforce
A recent study has revealed that since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, the percentage of people working from home has increased from 5% to nearly 18% in just three years.
Renewable Energy Requires More Mining
When people say that renewable energy is the future, they don't always realize what it takes to get there.
Tesla to Open a New Factory in Shanghai
Tesla Inc. has announced that it will build a new factory in Shanghai to create a new megapack battery, which will increase tensions between Beijing and Washington.
Apple's Decarbonization Efforts Attract More Participants
Apple has announced that more suppliers have promised to use carbon-conscious energy.
Walmart to Add Thousands of Charging Stations
The retail giant Walmart/Sam's Club has announced plans to add more electric car charging ports to many of its locations around the country by 2030.