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U.S. Xpress Cuts Corporate Staff Ahead of Knight-Swift Deal

After losses widened in Q1, U.S. Xpress has cut its corporate staff for the third time in the past year as the trucking giant prepares to merge with the larger Knight-Swift Transportation.

May 12, 2023
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Chicago Suburbs Appeal Federal Approval of CPKC Rail Merger

A group of suburban Chicago communities is appealing the federal approval of the Canadian Pacific-Kansas City Southern merger that is expected to bring more freight trains to the area.

May 12, 2023
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San Antonio Water Utility Is Electrifying Its Fleet

San Antonio Water System is doing its part to help the environment by cutting down on greenhouse gas emissions by adding 13 fully electric vehicles to its fleet.

May 11, 2023
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XPO Confirms Job Cuts to Reduce Labor Costs

GREENWICH, Conn. 鈥 XPO, one of the world鈥檚 largest freight transporters, is reducing its workforce as part of a cost-cutting plan.

May 9, 2023
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New Georgia Laws Address EV Chargers, Max Truck Weight

Two new Georgia laws serve to accommodate the rising number of trucks and electric vehicles on the road, which is expected to increase exponentially in coming decades.

May 9, 2023
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Twin California Ports Introduce Zero-Emission Locomotive

Weeks after the California Air Resources Board approved a rule to limit rail pollution, the Pacific Harbor Line on May 4 unveiled one of the nation鈥檚 most advanced zero-emission locomotives.

May 5, 2023
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UAW Demands Support for EV Workers Before Endorsing Biden

New leaders of the United Auto Workers are withholding the union鈥檚 endorsement for President Joe Biden鈥檚 re-election until he shows support for a 鈥渏ust transition鈥 to electric vehicles, according to a letter sent by newly elected UAW President Shawn Fain.

May 4, 2023
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Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority Eyes Reduced Emissions

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is vowing to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide it releases as part of its operations and improve the authority鈥檚 environmental impact.

May 2, 2023
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Penske to Acquire Michigan-Based Star Truck Rentals

Reading, Pa.-based Penske Truck Leasing plans to acquire Star Truck Rentals, a transportation services company that operates facilities in Indiana and Michigan.

May 1, 2023
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House Introduces Ocean Shipping Competition Enforcement Act

U.S. Rep. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) on April 24 introduced the Ocean Shipping Competition Enforcement Act, legislation he says will help the Federal Maritime Commission.

April 25, 2023