US truck tonnage edges higher in November
ARLINGTON, Va. — US truck tonnage rose 0.3% in November after rising a revised 0.4% in October, according to the most recent figures from the American Trucking Associations. October’s increase was slightly less than the 0.5% gain ATA… [Full Story]
Polar Tank Trailer, IAM reach agreement on five-year labour contract
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Polar Tank Trailer and the International Associations of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union have reached an agreement on a new five-year labour contract. The agreement was ratified Tuesday through a majority vote… [Ful…
Funding announced for pair of Manitoba-based intelligent transportation systems
WINNIPEG, Man. — The Government of Canada has announced new funding for two intelligent transportation systems (ITS) projects in Manitoba. [Full Story]
Research Could Lead to Fewer Accident-Prone Intersections
The difference between an intersection controlled by flashing lights and one controlled by a stop sign can play a big role in accident prevention, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin.
Bendix delivers millionth ABS-6 braking system
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix has marked a milestone with the delivery of its millionth Bendix ABS-6 braking system. The system is installed on Class 6, 7, and 8 air-brake tractor-trailers, trucks, motorcoaches, and specialty heavy-duty vehicles. [Full Story]
Poll Finds 77 Percent of Americans Oppose Raising the Gas Tax
A majority of Americans believe new transportation projects should be paid for with user-fees instead of tax increases, according to a new national Reason-Rupe poll of 1,200 adults on cell phones and land lines.
PeopleNet founder named GM of parent company Trimble
SUNNYVALE, Cal. — Ron Konezny, founder and CEO of PeopleNet, has been appointed general manager of parent company Trimble’s worldwide transportation and logistics operations, the company announced. [Full Story]
Marsh renews sponsorship of Best Fleets to Drive For program
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Marsh Canada has re-upped as a sponsor with the Truckload Carriers Association’s Best Fleets to Drive For program. [Full Story]
Parked Next Door: A Study in Engine Apps
The other day, a remodeling contractor was working at the next-door neighbors’ house and I eyeballed the two trucks that he sent his workers and supplies in.
Romney Says Borrowing OK for Infrastructure
As our elected officials on Capitol Hill continue to kick the can down the road on a highway bill, one presidential hopeful was caught on tape saying as much as he hates borrowing, transportation infrastructure might be one place it makes sense.