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Wawa debuts first-ever electric truck
The c-store chain will run a six-month pilot program in partnership with Penske in order to “test and learn” more about this side of the electric vehicle space.
By Brett Dworski • Sept. 8, 2023 -
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Fleets pressured by higher insurance, claim costs
Knight-Swift and Heartland Express reported elevated expenses in H1 and auto insurance premiums rose in Q2, continuing a yearslong streak.
By David Taube • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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Werner found guilty of discriminating against driver applicant
The carrier expressed disappointment this week with the jury’s decision and is considering an appeal.
By David Taube • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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Schneider National names new CFO
Darrell Campbell will join the Wisconsin-based carrier Sept. 30.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 6, 2023 -
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Maverik completes deal for C-store chain, fuel carrier
The deal, announced in April, involves the acquisition of Kum & Go convenience stores and tanker trucking company Solar Transport.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Nearly 7% of US bridges in poor condition
The Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge in Seattle and the Route I‐678 span over Flushing Bay Promenade in New York City were downgraded, according to a new report.
By Julie Strupp • Sept. 5, 2023 -
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Q&AHorse-trading likely in Yellow terminal auction: bankruptcy expert
"It can be a very value-maximizing process," said George Singer, partner at Holland & Hart.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 5, 2023 -
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ATRI asks trucking industry to rank top concerns of 2023
Fuel prices edged out the driver shortage as the chief issue in last year's results of the American Transportation Research Institute's annual survey.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 1, 2023 -
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Trimac expands bulk-hauling operations
The Canada-based carrier closed its fourth acquisition of 2023 with its purchase of a long-time family-owned Tennessee trucking firm.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 31, 2023 -
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Radiant Logistics scoops up Yellow brokerage talent
Former Yellow Logistics leaders Steve McCleary and Ryan Stroup opened a new Radiant location in Overland Park, Kansas.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 30, 2023 -
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Mountain Express bankruptcy closes 19 Pilot-branded locations
The retailer ended all convenience store leases and fuel or branding agreements it had in place.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 30, 2023 -
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Mountain Express terminates store leases, fuel supply agreements
The company's bankruptcy case has escalated to Chapter 7 after a proposed sale to Arko Corp. failed to materialize.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 29, 2023 -
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Nikola begins hydrogen-powered truck production
Customers include J.B. Hunt, Anheuser-Busch and AJR Trucking.
By David Taube • Aug. 29, 2023 -
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3 years of trucking coverage and a new name: Trucking Dive
The trade publication formerly known as Transport Dive will continue bringing you the latest trucking news and trends.
By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 28, 2023 -
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OOIDA wants FMCSA broker transparency ruling ‘as soon as possible’
The agency promised a notice of proposed rulemaking by June, and OOIDA members "are understandably questioning the status," the association said.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 25, 2023 -
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Schneider National open to more M&A deals
President and CEO Mark Rourke said growing the carrier’s dedicated segment will come organically and through acquisitions.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 24, 2023 -
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Yellow’s terminals coveted for location, rarity
Opportunities to make a network more fluid are enticing LTL providers to bid in the shuttered company’s bankruptcy proceedings.
By David Taube • Aug. 24, 2023 -
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Schneider National ramps up EV use to keep pace with California rules
CFO Steve Bruffett said the carrier is hesitant to invest more in the technology until the U.S. has charging infrastructure to match.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 24, 2023 -
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CH Robinson’s focus on technology boosts productivity, cuts costs
The brokerage reported productivity gains amid downsizing, getting closer to achieving a long-term goal.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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Mountain Express fuel supply cutoff costs retailers millions
Two more convenience store operators have accused the bankrupt oil company of nearly shutting down their businesses.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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Trucking peak season optimism moderated by uncertain consumer demand
“I don’t have any customers really predicting a significant peak season,” J.B. Hunt Intermodal President Darren Field said at an investor conference.
By David Taube • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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Maverik accepting Comdata fleet and fuel cards
The move expands payment options for truck drivers.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 22, 2023 -
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TransAm Trucking names new president, CFO
The Kansas-based reefer, dedicated and drayage services provider announced the appointments earlier this month.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 22, 2023 -
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Railroads, car haulers scramble to meet auto delivery demands
Automakers have complained of delayed vehicle deliveries to dealerships. Rail carriers say they are fixing the problems, while trucking tries to seize an opportunity.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 21, 2023 -
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Ripple effect of Yellow’s collapse spreads across LTL market
As much as half of Yellow’s freight could go to carriers outside the top 10, analysts wrote in a research note.
By David Taube • Aug. 18, 2023
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