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EIA Cuts Diesel Price Forecast Despite Harvest Season Uptick
Forecasts for trucking鈥檚 main fuel, which alongside heating oil is part of the distillate portion of the crude barrel, softened over the past month even as retail prices edged higher.
October 10, 2024Trump Proposes Doubling Deduction for Work Vehicles
As Trump seeks to capitalize on the economy, an issue where voters give him the edge over Harris, he鈥檚 sharpened his attacks on the Biden administration鈥檚 handling of the matter.
October 10, 2024Harris, Trump Pledge Economic Progress
With Election Day fast approaching, the two major candidates for president are both promising voters quality-of-life improvements made possible by divergent economic plans.
October 10, 2024REPLAY: Transforming Fleet Safety With Onboard Video and AI Insights
Onboard video and AI-enabled analytics are transforming trucking by improving driver performance, safety, and satisfaction. When paired with effective coaching, these technologies boost efficiency and reward top performers. Join John Elliott, Load One鈥檚 founder, and Seth Clevenger as they discuss the impact of in-cab technology on fleet safety and operations.
October 10, 2024Inside the Future of Tire Management: A One-on-One with Aperia's Ralph Dimenna
Program Aired: October 10, 2 p.m. ET聽The cost of operating a commercial truck rose to a record $2.27 per mile last year, including 4.6 cents per mile in tire costs, according to a recent ATRI report. Every mile increases tire wear, driving up replacement costs.聽聽 聽
October 10, 2024Verne鈥檚 Cryo-Compressed Hydrogen Tech Nears Pilot Phase
San Francisco-based Verne plans to offer truck makers the option of cryo-compressed hydrogen storage to achieve the same range as a diesel tractor.
October 10, 2024IRS, Several States Grant Fuel Tax Relief After Hurricane Helene
The IRS and several states have issued temporary fuel tax waivers stemming from Hurricane Helene to help businesses provide disaster relief services and assist in recovery efforts.
October 10, 2024DOD Marches on With $17.9 Billion Moving Contract
Despite continuing concerns voiced by some large movers, military officials are advancing efforts toward interstate implementation of the $17.9 billion Global Household Goods contract.
October 10, 2024Class 8 Truck Orders Inch Up in September
North American Class 8 truck orders ended three months of year-over-year declines with a slight rise in September, according to ACT Research.
October 10, 2024NMFTA Launches Benchmarking Program for LTL Industry
On Oct. 1, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association held its first meeting for a new benchmarking group aimed at boosting efficiency through shared insights.
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