Economic Watch: Manufacturing Growth Slows Along with Incomes, Construction
Activity in the nation’s manufacturing sector continued to throttle back in April from a near two-year peak earlier in 2017, but it continues to expand. Separate reports show drops in consumer spending and construction, but analysts remain generally optimistic about the entire year.
PeopleNet Adds Weather, File Sharing to ConnectedFleet
PeopleNet introduced two new products: myRoads, offering real-time weather and road conditions; and myMedia, simplifying file sharing between fleets and drivers.
Using technology correctly
MTA panel says training, education, and proper data collection key to seeing benefits
Rural roads need some love too
STA welcomes highways and infrastructure spending, but concern for rural roads remain
Get ready to be blitzed
CVSA focuses on cargo securement during 2017 International Roadcheck
Over $184 million sold at Ritchie Bros. Edmonton auction
EDMONTON, Alta. – Ritchie Bros.’ recent auction in Edmonton, Alta. saw close to 14,000 people bid on more than 8,650 items and spend $184 million over the course of the four day event. “As activity levels are picking up in…
TFI International earnings weighed by sluggish US truckload market
MONTREAL, Que. – TFI International saw earnings weighed down by continuing difficulties in the overall US truckload market as well as integration costs related to its CFI acquisition. The company reported Q1 revenue of $1.06 billion, a 22% increase excluding…
Accuride to buy wheel-end component supplier
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Accuride Corp. has announced it has reached an agreement to acquire wheel-end components supplier KIC. KIC is based in Vancouver, Wash. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter. Accuride says it will strengthen its…
Train Trailer bringing new shunt truck to Canadian market
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Train Trailer Rentals has announced it’s now offering Terberg shunt trucks. The yard tractors are used in more than 90 countries. “We strongly believe Train Trailer can make a difference in the Canadian logistics market with the…
Vigillo rolls out Roadside Resume
PORTLAND, Ore. – Vigillo has announced availability of Roadside Resume, a comprehensive driver safety, compliance and risk profile. “Roadside Resume is a lens into safety that is a powerful tool for carriers,” said Steve Bryan, president of Vigillo. “It brings…