Amazon Rolls Out 50 New Electric Volvo Trucks in California
The new trucks will help Amazon decrease pollution from its shipping operations as it tries to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.
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Amazon Rolls Out 50 New Electric Volvo Trucks in California
The new trucks will help Amazon decrease pollution from its shipping operations as it tries to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.
Impending Canadian Rail Strike Could Paralyze Country’s Economy
Over 9,000 Canadian rail workers may strike on May 22, threatening major disruptions across national supply chains.
Auto Parts Makers Receive $100 Million to Help Ease Switch to Electric
The Department of Energy grants $100 million to help auto parts makers update facilities and improve sustainability in their manufacturing.
April Employment Update: Trucking Sector Faces 300 Job Losses
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest report shows trucking job dip, signaling industry challenges amid contract negotiations and seasonal shifts.
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Impending Canadian Rail Strike Could Paralyze Country’s Economy
Over 9,000 Canadian rail workers may strike on May 22, threatening major disruptions across national supply chains.
Auto Parts Makers Receive $100 Million to Help Ease Switch to Electric
The Department of Energy grants $100 million to help auto parts makers update facilities and improve sustainability in their manufacturing.
April Employment Update: Trucking Sector Faces 300 Job Losses
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest report shows trucking job dip, signaling industry challenges amid contract negotiations and seasonal shifts.
Porsche Gets Greener, Shifts to Sustainable Transport Logistics
Discover how Porsche is reimagining transport logistics with innovative, leading the way with sustainable solutions
Trucking Industry Pushes Back on Government’s Electric Mandates
Trucking leaders are livid at the Biden Administration's EPA’s electric truck mandates, citing technological and infrastructural challenges.
El Paso Border Delays Cost Juarez $32 Million Per Day in Economic Losses
Commercial truck delays at El Paso border crossings, initiated by reinstated Texas safety inspections, costing valuable time and money.
Walmart’s Latest Service: Ultra Late-Night Delivery
Walmart customers can now place delivery orders until midnight, the latest in a series of recent programs aimed at accommodating the varying schedules of its customers.
The Era of Self-Driving Tractor-Trailers Set to Begin
Over the next five years, thousands of autonomous trucks will cruise America’s public freeways as the industry undergoes a radical shift.
Is the Trailers as a Service (TaaS) Model Right For Your Business?
Wabash's TaaS offers flexible trailer solutions without the risks and costs of ownership or leasing.
Why Grocery Shoppers are Leaving Stores to Buy Their Food Online
A new study shows the growth of online grocery shopping, and how retailers are adapting to meet this new demand.
Is There a Next Generation of Truckers? Data Reveals Grim Outlook
The FMCSA's highly-touted pilot to recruit drivers under 21 has been a disappointment, with numbers far below initial projections.
How Shippers Can Prep for Hurricane Season
Extreme weather events pose an extreme challenge for the transportation industry. Here are some tips on how to protect your company's supply chain.
UPS Struggles in First Quarter With Steep Earnings Decline
Shipping giant UPS struggled with shifting consumer demands and rising costs, resulting in an earnings dip during the first three months of 2024.
The Two Most Important Factors in Last-Mile Delivery
A new Microsoft report on last-mile delivery reveals that speed and cost are the two most important factors, as customer satisfaction takes a backseat,
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Impact on Freight Navigating
Nearly a month after the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, Dean Croke of DAT Freight & Analytics examines the current state of freight navigating.
Amazon Logistics’ Growth Shakes Up Shipping Industry in 2023
The 2023 U.S. Parcel Shipping Index is out, and it shows Amazon leading the pack in a changing industry landscape.
Nissan Channels Tesla With Its Latest Manufacturing Process
Nissan has joined other carmakers in adopting Tesla's gigacastin. The process will cut costs as the Japanese carmaker has plans to roll out 30 new models by 2027.
Why are Diesel Prices Climbing Back Over $4 a Gallon?
As oil prices creep back over $4 a gallon, we look at the underlying reasons for this unexpected increase.
Luxury Car Brands in Limbo After Chinese Company Violates Labor Laws
The U.S. ban on imports from China's Xinjiang region is delaying deliveries of high-end cars like Porsche, Audi, and Bentley to the U.S. market.
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