Diesel price surges 14 cents
The national average price is 85.5 cents higher than the same week last year and the highest since Oct. 6, 2008.
Researcher Cites Flaws in Study FMCSA Used to Make HOS Changes
A researcher who worked on the scientific studies used by the Federal motor Carrier Safety Administration in formulating its hours-of-service rules said the agency misapplied those studies’ findings, American Trucking Associations said Monday.
YRC Reaches Agreement on Restructuring Plan
YRC Worldwide said Monday it signed an agreement in principle with its lenders and the Teamsters union on a proposed restructuring plan that would provide a cash infusion from its creditors who will receive newly issued common stock and notes.
Southwest CEO testifies at hearing
Gary Kelly , chief executive officer of Southwest Airlines , said the company’s merger with Orlando-based AirTran Airways is needed to help the airlines stay competitive, reports the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
TRIB Moves Offices to Washington, DC Area
The Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau has moved its offices from Pacific Grove, California to the Washington, DC metropolitan area effective February 25th, 2011.
All We Need to Make New Fuels is Fresh Air and Sunshine
OK, it takes more than fresh air and sunshine to make usable, sustainable bio-fuels … but thanks to the work of Massachusetts-based Joule Unlimited, it doesn’t take much more!
Joule has developed a genetically-modified organism (GMO, but it’s good G…
Agency updates driver safety data
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced it has enhanced its Pre-Employment Screening Program.
Texting ban applied to hauling hazmat
Also, motor carriers are prohibited from requiring or allowing drivers of covered motor vehicles to engage in texting while driving.
Dana Reports Smaller 4Q Loss, Boosts 2011 Outlook
Dana Holding Corp. reported a smaller fourth-quarter loss than a year ago and a net profit for the full year, while boosting its 2011 earnings and revenue outlook.
VW Bulli plug-in concept tops 180 miles of range
Time to ride the microbus
Full charges in just an hour
When it comes to transportation, I’m usually pretty fixated on functionality, and that’s why the new VW Bulli concept resonates. Six passenger seating in a small package always catches my attention…