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Newsby Evan LockridgeJune 6, 2018

Spot Truckload Capacity Tightens at Start of June

Demand outpaced capacity during the week including Memorial Day as the number of truck posts on DAT Solutions network load boards dropped 18% while load posts fell just 9% over the past week, according to newly released figures.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2018

Yeagy Takes Over as Wabash National CEO

Brent Yeagy has officially assumed the role of president and chief executive officer as part of a planned transition after Richard J. Giromini announced he was stepping down from the role late last year.

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Newsby Evan LockridgeJune 5, 2018

Earnings Watch: Navistar Reports Quarterly Profit of $55 Million

Navistar International Corp. on June 5 announced it turned around its financial picture in the second quarter of the year, with net income of $55 million compared to a second quarter 2017 net loss of $80 million.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2018

Uber Fleet Mode Allows Dispatchers to Assign Loads to the Team

Uber has announced a new fleet mode for its Uber Freight platform that will allow dispatchers to use the app to find, book, assign, and reassign loads for their team.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2018

U.S. Xpress Launches Initial Public Offering of Stock

U.S. Xpress has officially launched its initial public offering of more than 18 million shares, expected to carry an $18-$20 price per share.

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Newsby Evan LockridgeJune 1, 2018

Economic Watch: Unemployment Hits New Low; Manufacturing, Construction Up

The U.S. unemployment rate in May hit its lowest level since 2000, while other reports showed increased movement in the nation’s manufacturing sector and spending on construction hit a record high.

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Articlesby Evan LockridgeMay 30, 2018

Analysis: Expect More of the Same From the Economy

With tax reform enacted, so far GDP has only grown at 2.3% annual rate in the first quarter of 2018, slightly down from the end of 2017. We were hoping for a boost in growth, but so far that hasn't happened. Analysis by Business Contributing Editor Evan Lockridge.

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Newsby Evan LockridgeMay 30, 2018

Spot Rates Post Slight Gains Over Previous Week

National average spot market truckload rates moved slightly higher on the DAT Solutions network of load boards last week as both the number of posted loads and trucks also rose, amid signs of tighter capacity.

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Newsby Evan LockridgeMay 30, 2018

Economic Watch: GDP Revised Lower; Consumer Confidence, Employment Strong

The widest measure of U.S. economic growth was revised lower on Wednesday, according to newly released figures, while separate reports showed consumer feelings remain good and employers continue adding jobs.

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Newsby Steven MartinezMay 29, 2018

Proposed Bills Would Exempt Small Carriers from the ELD Mandate

Two proposed bills aimed at small carriers and the agricultural business sector would exempt certain trucking companies from the ELD mandate if made into law.

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