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Postal Service Reduces Air Cargo by 90% Over Two Years

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service has reduced its volume of shipments by aircraft by 90% over two years, putting the service on course to save $1 billion in annual transportation costs.

August 9, 2023
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Rivian Will Build 52,000 EVs This Year, More Than Planned

Rivian Automotive Inc. expects heavy losses to continue as it boosts production plans for the year and works to reestablish itself as a rising player in the increasingly crowded EV market.

August 8, 2023
BusinessEquipment

McNeilus Truck to Expand Tennessee Operations

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc., a division of Oshkosh Corp., is investing $25 million to grow its business in Tennessee. 

August 8, 2023
BusinessFor-Hire

Searches for UPS Jobs Soar Following Union Deal

UPS Inc. has become a hot employer since its union last month secured $30 billion in new money over a five-year contract.

August 8, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafety

FMCSA to Renew Plan for Carriers to Keep Accident Records

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced plans to renew its requirement that motor carriers maintain a record of accidents involving their commercial motor vehicles.

August 8, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafety

Jadrossich Fine-Tunes Preparation for Nationals

Rather than simply overthinking his approach to precision-driving contests, John Jadrossich, a FedEx Freight driver, decided to embrace the art of cool relaxation.

August 8, 2023
BusinessEquipmentLogistics

TFI to Buy Class 6-8 Truck Transporter JHT

TFI International is set to acquire Class 6 to Class 8 truck manufacturer transportation provider JHT Holdings Inc., it said Aug. 7.

August 8, 2023
GovernmentTechnologyEquipmentFuel

EPA Announces $115 Million for DERA Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced that $115 million has been directed for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program.

August 8, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Volvo, Mack EVs Recalled Over Fire Concerns

Volvo AB is recalling nearly all battery-powered electric trucks in the U.S. that were made over the past four years because of an issue that may potentially cause a battery fire.

August 8, 2023
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

No Violations on 81% of CMVs in International Roadcheck

More than 81% of commercial motor vehicles and 94% of drivers inspected during International Roadcheck in May did not have any out-of-service violations during the enforcement effort.

August 8, 2023

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