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This afternoon's headlines: Leading transport analyst cuts stock ratings on five truckload carriers; bus, truck recall expands over trouble with Bendix ABS brakes; trucker blockade of refineries force France to ration gasoline; and more.

Today's technology headlines: Service Merchandise saving 10% with Web-based supply chain; online grocery delivery firms see new opportunities with disabled customers; new Web-publishing standard aims to simplify e-commerce; and more.

The first comprehensive study of truck sizes and weights since 1981 will await Congressional inspection this week. The four-volume set was delivered to Congress Aug. 31 by the Federal Highway Administration.

Ontario and Quebec have agreed to harmonize the weights and dimensions for several tractor-trailer combinations that commonly operate between the two provinces.

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration said it will not “routinely” look to examine employee self-audits during safety and health inspections.

American Trucking Associations President Walter B. McCormick Jr. blasted Reader’s Digest for its depiction of trucks in an article in its September issue.

In the news this morning: Death tax repeal down but not yet out; U.S. jobless rate edges higher amid more signs of slowing economy; U.S. won't challenge Western Star-Freightliner deal; and more.

This afternoon's headlines: U.S. purchasing managers report decline in August activity; EU conditionally approves Volvo acquisition of Renault truck unit; Williams named chairman of CFI; and more.

Today's technology headlines: Andersen Consulting takes stake in Tradiant; FCC widens radio spectrum for wireless networks; and Cargo-Web International goes live with website.

The University of Michigan said its index of consumer sentiment fell to 82 in August, but was higher than the group initially reported.