The latest reports from ACT Research show improvement in for-hire freight volumes, but also a slide in the Freight Rate Index in December and a slight improvement in the economic outlook for 2020.
While one New Jersey bill that attempted to change the way the state determines who's an independent contractor did not make it through the recently ended special legislative session, the state’s governor has signed several other new laws that “create extreme risk for anyone utilizing independent contractors,” according to one labor attorney.
Several fleets have joined the Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance to advance their commitments to fleet electrification.
Wabco Holdings Inc. will acquire, through termination of an existing exclusive distribution agreement, full distribution rights for its complete aftermarket product portfolio, which was previously distributed by Meritor, Inc.
Heavy Duty Trucking has launched a podcast, HDT Talks Trucking, designed to give listeners expert analysis of industry trends and the stories behind the news.
The acquisition of Chicago-based Spirit Trucking gives Mark-It Express a combined total of 175 trucks, giving it more capacity and enhancing its hauling and brokerage services.
The positive 2019 truck-tonnage performance marks the 10th straight annual increase and, according to ATA, reflects the “very choppy” freight market that motor carriers experienced last year.
Roehl Transport is now able to enhance Practical Route Mileage pay with address-to-address mileage calculations.
Optronics International has completed its acquisition of Texas-based USA Harness Inc., a maker of trailer harnesses and electronic control systems.
Weaker spot rates are mainly to blame for a dip in the latest FTR Trucking Conditions Index, which tracks the industry via freight volumes, freight rates, fleet capacity, fuel price, and financing
