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Atlas Energy Begins Driverless Truck Deliveries to Wells
Bulk carrier Atlas Energy Solutions began shipments of proppant on two driverless trucks equipped with self-driving technology from Kodiak Robotics recently, the companies said.
January 28, 2025House, Senate Unveil Bill to Streamline CDL Process
The legislation would allow state driver’s licensing agencies to use certain third-party testers to administer commercial driver license knowledge tests.Â
January 28, 2025Pete Buttigieg Weighs US Senate Run
Pete Buttigieg and Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow are weighing whether to mount a campaign for Michigan’s Senate seat after Sen. Gary Peters announced he wouldn’t seek another term.
January 28, 2025Chevron Plans to Build Gas Plants to Power AI Data Centers
Chevron is launching a partnership to develop natural gas-fired power plants next to data centers, a move that will allow it to tap into surging demand for electricity for AI.
January 28, 2025Port Houston Awarded $25M for Hydrogen Refilling Station
A $25 million grant given to the Port of Houston Authority will go toward the development of a hydrogen refilling station in Bayport.
January 28, 2025Beacon Adopts Poison Pill to Defend Against Hostile QXO Bid
Beacon Roofing Supply Inc. has adopted a poison pill defense as the building products company pushes back against a hostile takeover approach from QXO Inc.
January 28, 2025US, UK Ships Return to Red Sea on Houthis’ Vow to Hold Fire
British and American ships are tentatively returning to the Red Sea after Yemen’s Houthi rebels vowed to hold off attacks on vessels linked to both nations.
January 28, 2025GM Reports Q4 Loss on Charges Related to China
General Motors swung to a loss in the fourth quarter on huge charges related to China, but still topped profit and revenue expectations on Wall Street.
January 28, 2025Norfolk Southern, East Palestine Reach $22M Settlement
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The Village of East Palestine and Norfolk Southern announced a $22 million settlement resolving the village’s claims arising from a 2023 train derailment.
January 28, 2025Perspective: Join Trucking in Human Trafficking Battle
Driving down a road in Missouri in 2022, a family encountered a woman walking alone, disoriented and not dressed for the conditions.
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