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In the news this morning: Pacer International reports increases in second quarter; Sterling Truck layoffs hit hard in Ontario; UPS files appeal to overturn federal tax-court ruling; and more.

This afternoon's headlines: Diesel prices take a 3.7-cent leap as oil rises over $32 a barrel; FedEx to cut 200 IT jobs; invitations out for hours of service roundtable discussions; and more.

Today's technology headlines: FedEx expands alliance with Kinko's; WorldCom seeks approval to enter wireless broadband market; e-tailer Outpost.com farms out entire fulfillment process to Airborne Express; and more.

Teleglobe Inc. said last week it will not provide further funds for its money-losing Orbcomm Global LP subsidiary and moved to find a “strategic partner” to help staunch the unit’s losses.

Gerald J.S. Wilde has some disappointing information for government officials hoping to meet their goals of reducing highway fatalities, especially those involving big rig operators.

The trucking and academic worlds came together to brainstorm over a question that has a lot of people scratching their heads: Why do accidents happen?

A $1 billion intermodal facility in New Jersey and a $1 billion road project in Dallas are part of a federal pilot program to cut red tape on construction projects.

In the news this morning: Freightliner to cut nearly 4,000 jobs at five U.S., Canadian factories; Navistar mets third-quarter expectations but layoffs will be necessary; Grupo Dina says it will make interest payment on time; and more.

A driver for an Atlanta distribution company was selected as grand champion in the National Truck Driving Championships in New Orleans.

This afternoon's headlines: Beltway not in the cards for Pittsburgh under new state transportation plan; Mexican trucking chief says Celadon, MS Carriers violate NAFTA; BAX Global selects Attunity B2B software for freight and logistics services; and more.