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The proliferation of online exchanges over the past two years among trucking-related companies have many casting a watchful eye toward the federal government to see how it may react to such business practices.

A drop of more than 10% in van trailer shipments was the main factor in a 5.3% drop in overall trailer shipments during the first seven months of the year.

Ontario Trucking Association’s “Truck World 2000” displayed the big picture of trucking, from the major truck manufacturers to environmental groups.

In the news this morning: U.S. diesel prices rise slightly while some areas see decline; Yellow expects 3Q earnings to be at or above estimates; Swift says 3Q, 4Q will fall below estimates; and more to come.

Today's technology headlines: Motorola and Palm sign "Smart Phone" deal; first wireless virus reported; FleetXchange.com targets needs of smaller fleets; and more.

This afternoon's headlines: European Union may follow U.S. lead, release own reserve; oil prices down 5% Monday to six-week low; slow-mo trucker protest hits U.S. Midwest; and more.

Many of the nation’s largest shippers will oppose any government effort to mandate a fuel surcharge, according to the top lawyer of one of the most important shipper organizations in the country.

The Colombia Bridge over the Rio Grande will get a high-capacity toll road to Interstate 35 next month, allowing truckers to bypass Laredo, Texas.

The next generation of radio was unveiled recently in Washington, whicn would allow truckers to hear digital broadcasts of radio programming from coast to coast.

In the news this morning: Fuel prices fall after U.S. oil reserve release announced; Ontario truckers reach fuel surcharge agreement; USFreightways issues warning on 3Q earnings; and more.