FMCSA to host listening session on HOS proposal
In keeping with the trend established leading up to the proposed hours-of-service regulations, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is once again seeking public input.
Virginia governor’s road plan moves forward
A Virginia House panel has endorsed Gov. Bob McDonnell’s $4 billion transportation plan. The House Appropriations Committee voted 17-5 to advance the plan to the House floor for consideration. If approved there, it would move to the Senate where the …
Tennessee gov claims he was unaware reg delay benefits family business
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam says he was unaware – when he delayed new environmental rules – that it might benefit his family’s business. Haslam and his family are majority owners of Pilot Flying J.
Rise and shine
Rise and shine! Fling open the window drapes or blinds when as soon as you wake up in the morning to let in sunshine. “You want to use light and stimulation to wake you up for the daytime, then use dark and quiet at night,” says Joyce Walsleben, Ph.D., an associate professor of medicine at […]
Surface transportation trade dips in November
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and Canada and Mexico rose 15.5 percent in November over November 2009.
Stocks set to rise before economic reports
Stocks were set to rise Tuesday ahead of reports on manufacturing and the homebuilding industry.
Truck driver glad he survived car chase, assault by Zeta gunmen
A Georgia truck driver is glad to be alive and on American soil Monday as he survived an attempted carjacking at the hands of Zeta gunmen over the weekend.
ISM Manufacturing Index Has Best Showing Since 2004
U.S. manufacturing activity rose in January at the fastest pace in almost seven years, the Institute for Supply Management said Tuesday.
Cummins’ Profit Rises for 4Q, Year
Diesel engine maker Cummins Inc. said Tuesday its fourth-quarter profit rose from a year ago as sales jumped 22% and that 2010 was the strongest year in its history.
Paccar Reports Higher 4Q Profit
Paccar Inc. said Tuesday its fourth-quarter profit rose and the truck manufacturer said it sees a stronger truck market for 2011.