Reassessing Unions: Balancing Value and Accountability Amidst Automation and Safety Concerns
The author of this article, who was not a supporter of unions, has recently begun to see their potential value in the face of impending job disruptions caused by AI and the lack of income growth.
Smart Technology Ensures Green Lights for Freight Transportation
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is implementing a five-year intelligent traffic signal optimization program in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to reduce the number of stops for trucks at traffic lights.
Life on the Road: A Trucker's Journey in Brazil
A recent visit to Ceagesp Market in Sao Paulo, Brazil, provided a unique cultural experience for an American traveler.
US Trucking Jobs Dip Below October 2022 Levels After Revisions and Declines
The US truck transportation jobs declined in both June and July, marking the first back-to-back monthly drops since the pandemic began.
Auora is Paving the Way for Self-Driving Trucks in the Trucking Industry
Pittsburgh-based Aurora Innovation aims to revolutionize the trucking industry with self-driving technology.
The Yellow Corp Legacy Ends with Bankruptcy and Job Losses
Yellow Corp., a prominent US trucking company with a history of nearly 100 years, has filed for bankruptcy, leading to the closure of its business and leaving 30,000 employees without jobs.
Yellow Closure Disrupts LTL Sector
Less-than-truckload carrier Yellow Corp. has ceased operations after nearly 100 years in business, leading to disruptions in the broader LTL market.
Trucking Company Shares Training Methods After Semi Driver Hostage Incident
Two suspects were shot dead by Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers during a standoff and hostage situation in Vandalia, Ohio.
Schneider, the Green Bay Trucking Giant, Expands with the Acquisition of a Massachusetts-Based Dedicated Hauler
Green Bay's trucking giant, Schneider National Inc., has acquired Massachusetts-based M&M Transport Services LLC in a move to expand its dedicated division.
Uber Freight Reports Widening EBITDA Loss Compared to Last Year, But Shows Improvement from Q1
Uber Freight reported a significant decline in its second-quarter earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) compared to a year ago but showed improvement sequentially.
TFI Experiencing Surge in Shipments Following Yellow's Closure
TFI International's U.S. less-than-truckload operation, TForce Freight, experienced a significant increase in daily shipments, around 3,000, following the announcement of rival Yellow Corp.'s closure.
Tesla's Ambitious Plan Includes Forging a Texas-to-California Semi-Charging Route
Tesla Inc. aims to secure nearly $100 million from the U.S. government to construct nine electric semi-truck charging stations along a route from Texas to California, as revealed in emails seen by Bloomberg News.
MEI, Heavy-Hauling Specialist, Strengthens Presence in Southeast through Pro-Pac Deal
MEI Rigging & Crating has acquired Pro-Pac International and its affiliate J&J Machinery Transport, expanding its operations in the Southeast.
Google-backed Waymo Via is temporarily scaling back its efforts in the autonomous trucking industry
Alphabet Inc.'s Waymo, the autonomous driving company backed by Google, has decided to shift its focus to its ride-hailing service and delay the expansion of Waymo Via, its autonomous commercial trucking arm.
California Nears Ban on Driverless Trucks Amid Regulatory Concerns
The California Senate Transportation Committee approved Assembly Bill 316, aiming to ban driverless trucks in the state, even for testing purposes.
Truck Tonnage Index Shows a 2.1% Increase in June
The American Trucking Associations' For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index rose 2.1% in June, following a 1.2% increase in May.
Industry Bodies Clash Over Costs and Effectiveness of Truck Underride Guards
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) proposal for side underride guards on newly built large trucks has led to opposing views from prominent industry bodies.
Leasing is a Pathway for Fleets Interested in Electric Vehicles
Leasing companies are offering fleets a pathway to enter the electric vehicle (EV) space and adopt new technologies without the need to invest in their own trucks.
WattEV Launches Public Truck Charging Depot at Long Beach Port
Truck-as-a-Service (TaaS) startup WattEV has opened its first public charging depot at the Port of Long Beach, providing charging services to all truck operators rather than just exclusive fleets.
Automatic emergency braking systems are becoming more common
The development and implementation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) have raised questions about their safety and reliability.