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Intel chip equipment ‘super load’ makes its way across Ohio
The delivery is one of 24 massive loads bringing air processing machinery to the upcoming $28 billion manufacturing campus.
By Kate Magill • June 18, 2024 -
Fixing engagement? Consider employee workload, report says
Achieving optimal workload, however, isn’t just about eliminating work, said a McLean & Co. leader.
By Carolyn Crist • June 18, 2024 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive
These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry.
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Deep Dive
‘A totally different world’: Autonomous trucks prepare to go driverless in Texas
Trucking Dive rode in a heavy-duty AV and toured Aurora and Kodiak sites to experience the developing technology firsthand.
By David Taube • June 11, 2024 -
How climate change is hitting highways
Resilience is a key consideration for road builders amid a slew of new environmental conditions, said a Federal Highway Administration official at the recent 2024 NIBS conference in Washington, D.C.
By Julie Strupp • June 10, 2024 -
CH Robinson hires GE Aerospace executive as CFO
The brokerage recruited Damon Lee, lauding his background in leading transformations and continuous improvement.
By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024 -
Hyundai, Plus test electric AV
The software firm’s partnership with the automaker adds to the mix of its autonomous testing.
By David Taube • June 6, 2024 -
Transfix sells brokerage to NFI, pivots its business
The digital firm will focus on selling software as a service.
By David Taube • June 6, 2024 -
Employers should include workers in AI plans, DOL says
The agency outlined a list of eight “AI Principles for Developers and Employers,” following up on a 2023 directive from the White House.
By Ryan Golden • June 5, 2024 -
Flexport expands Convoy load board to brokers
The logistics tech firm says its AI-driven digital platform will lower procurement and load management costs as much as 90%.
By Larry Avila • June 5, 2024 -
Execs from Cummins and J&M Tank Lines join ATRI board
Cummins’ Brett Merritt and J&M Tank Lines’ Harold Sumerford Jr. were appointed by Board Chairman Derek Leathers, Werner’s CEO.
By Colin Campbell • June 4, 2024 -
Werner introduces hydrogen fuel cell truck to fleet
The 2021 International RH Series vehicle joined the carrier’s fleet after testing in Southern California.
By David Taube • June 4, 2024 -
Delaware bill seeks to require safety operators aboard large AVs
An updated proposal also would require a state transportation report be sent to legislators.
By David Taube • June 3, 2024 -
ITS Logistics to open Texas transportation center in Q3
The site will coordinate drayage, intermodal and final-mile services for the company’s Fort Worth distribution hub.
By Larry Avila • May 31, 2024 -
ATA extends CEO’s contract through 2029
The trucking industry group’s board voted to add another three years to Chris Spear’s term as president.
By Colin Campbell • May 31, 2024 -
Generative AI is a looming cybersecurity threat
Researchers have not identified any AI-engineered cyberattack campaigns, yet, but they say it’s only a matter of time before an AI system is dominant enough in the market to draw attention.
By Jen A. Miller , Naomi Eide • May 31, 2024 -
California State Assembly advances revived AV safety operator bill
The proposal repeats a nearly identical version that Gov. Gavin Newsom rejected last September.
By David Taube • May 29, 2024 -
Charging station to help Port of Long Beach’s zero-emission future
The facility will be equipped with 44 dispensers to power fleets, including Amazon's Volvo VNR Electric trucks.
By S.L. Fuller • May 28, 2024 -
Turner Construction goes all in on EV tech for carbon reduction
The New York City-based contractor has committed to making its vehicle fleet electric by 2028 while piloting low-emission equipment on various projects.
By Matthew Thibault • May 28, 2024 -
‘Learned what worked’: Kenworth’s SuperTruck 2 improves freight efficiency by 136%
The demonstrator vehicle features regenerative braking, reduced weight and aerodynamic enhancements.
By David Taube • May 28, 2024 -
Hyzon to ramp up customer trials of new hydrogen-powered truck
An upgraded system seeks to provide the same power that trucking fleets expect from diesel engines, the company says.
By David Taube • May 24, 2024 -
Carrier, OEM investors reject ESG proposals
Votes at Paccar, Old Dominion Freight Line and Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings shot down changes to company policies and reporting.
By David Taube • May 22, 2024 -
TravelCenters of America brings on AtoB’s fleet fuel cards
Drivers who have the card can receive a fuel discount of 42 cents per gallon every time they fill up.
By Brett Dworski • May 21, 2024 -
Werner plans to double AV truck pilot partners
The carrier is analyzing how the tech could complement its operations, SVP Chad Dittberner told Trucking Dive.
By David Taube • May 17, 2024 -
Profile
How an Old Dominion alum helped XPO accelerate over the past year
COO David Bates has introduced premium services and provided workers with more tools to lower the carrier’s damage claims ratio.
By Colin Campbell • May 16, 2024 -
Uber Freight introduces exchange for spot rates
The new feature expands the contract platform marketplace, providing access to hundreds of shippers.
By David Taube • May 16, 2024