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In the news this morning: EPA plans stricter emission rules for trucks; Ryder System debuts public securitization program; and No strike action yet at Overnite.

GeoLogistics Americas said it will phase out its unprofitable domestic freight-forwarding operations as of Oct. 15 and concentrate on international freight forwarding and logistics.

This afternoon's headlines: Truckers' speed monitored by special CHP detail along I-5; Ga. DOT puts bridge closing info online; and Pa. lawmaker to hold hearings on I-78 safety.

A study by a shippers’ group found that railroads could benefit by as much as $500 million over the next six years by allowing increased competition and taking a few other steps.

Because truckers and car drivers persist in ignoring grade crossing signals and barriers, a test project in North Carolina will attempt to seal vehicles from the railroad tracks.

The official theme of Nasstrac’s fall membership meeting was “Building Bridges to Better Performance.” For many in attendance, however, the unofficial theme was “Let’s Work Together.”

A Chicago investment firm has purchased an equity stake in Alternative Distribution Systems of 91��Ƶwood, Ill.

This afternoon's headlines: USFreightways stock up after upgrade, Werner, Yellow, CNF dip; Carriers refuse hourly wage at Vancouver port; and Driver of truck that hit bridge pays fines.

In the news this morning; FedEx plans European expansion; Philadelphia police get $20,000 to fund truck checks; and FDX-SAP pact may lead to battle for logistics software market.

The president of DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler division and the head of Daimler's truck unit will reportedly resign as part of a shakeup that could cut four of the automaker's 17 board seats.