Trump’s Budget Slashes Vehicle Technology Funding
President Trump’s 2018 proposed budget slashes the Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technology program funding, reducing it by nearly 74%. The cuts include terminating funding for the Clean Cities program.
‘Welcome to Washington…’
Are we on a highway to nowhere? In his Passing Zone blog, Executive Editor David Cullen delves into what President Trump’s budget proposal has to say about fixing and building America’s roads and bridges.
Titanium Transportation Keeps an End-To-End Eye on Trailers
In an effort to boost efficiencies and increase equipment utilization in its growing fleet, Ontario-based Titanium Transportation decided to modernize the way it tracks its more than 1,200 trailers.
Drop Deck Decisions
Special cargos require specialized trailers, and one is the drop deck, whether made of steel, aluminum, or a combination of the two.
ATA Reminds Drivers to Stay Safe for Memorial Day
American Trucking Associations and its Share the Road highway safety program are urging Memorial Day travelers to focus on safe driving habits throughout the holiday weekend.
XPO Opens Logistics Hub to Support Lifestyle Beauty Brand
XPO Logistics announced the opening of a third regional distribution center in Camp Hill, Penn., to support specialty retailer European Wax Center.
GM Calls Diesel Manipulation Claim ‘Baseless’
General Motors has responded to a civil lawsuit claiming that it included a defeat device in its diesel-powered vehicles by saying the claim is baseless, according to a company statement.
Memorial Day Brings Rise in Cargo Theft, Reminds CargoNet
CargoNet has issued its annual reminder that cargo theft activity often increases around Memorial Day weekend and is once again offering common sense tips to avoid becoming a victim.
House Bills Seek to Ease Veterans’ Path into Trucking
Acting in bipartisan fashion, as it often does, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure approved two bills on March 24 intended to make it easier for military personnel and veterans to obtain Commercial Driver Licenses.
Recharge Your Brain for Better Business
Skimping on vacation may be the worst thing you can do for your business, your career, and your mental health. In her All That’s Trucking blog, Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge follows up on the HDTX keynote speech with some thoughts on giving your brain what it needs to be innovative.