49 MPG Fuel-Economy Standard Ordered for Cars by 2026
The Biden administration ordered carmakers to increase their average fuel economy to about 49 mpg by 2026, in an ambitious effort to make up for progress stalled when President Donald Trump rolled back the efficiency program.
April 1, 2022Best Trucking Invoicing Software for Growing Carriers
Managing invoices and billing efficiently is crucial for maintaining cash flow and ensuring business growth.
Updated Jake Brake Added to Paccar MX-11 Engine
Jacobs Vehicle Systems, a worldwide manufacturer of engine retarding and valve actuation systems for the commercial vehicle industry, has upgraded the company’s engine brake on model-year 2021 MX-11 heavy-duty diesel engines from Paccar Inc.
April 1, 2022Plus Weighs IPO of Non-China Business
Plus is considering listing its non-China businesses in a U.S. initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, after the self-driving-truck startup scrapped a merger with a blank-check company.
April 1, 2022Rising Fuel Costs Slow Spot Rate Descent
The rise in fuel prices is slowing a decline in spot rates while also potentially suppressing base revenue for some carriers, experts said.
March 31, 2022Congressional Negotiations Ramp Up on Supply Chain, Semiconductor Package
WASHINGTON — Recent passage in the U.S. Senate of comprehensive legislation aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of semiconductors is helping to set in motion formal negotiations with House lawmakers.
March 31, 2022Aurora Upgrades Autonomous Driving System
Aurora Innovation Inc. is upgrading its self-driving truck technology as it prepares to commercialize its autonomous vehicle technology.
March 31, 2022Congressional Transportation Policymakers Push AV Tech Bill
Two leading proponents in Congress for the establishment of a national regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles recently expressed optimism about the eventual passage of their legislation.
March 30, 2022GrubHub, Uber Fail to Get Price-Fixing Suit Dismissed
GrubHub Inc., Postmates Inc. and Uber Technologies Inc. must face a lawsuit alleging their delivery fees result in higher prices even for New York diners not using those apps.
March 30, 2022Waymo to Expand Autonomous Vehicle Rides in San Francisco
Waymo’s self-driving ride-hailing service is branching out to San Francisco, carrying employees in electric Jaguar I-Pace SUVs without human backup drivers.
March 30, 2022Tesla Dodges Nickel Crisis With Secret Deal to Get Supplies
The invasion of Ukraine has added to agita among electric vehicle makers over the supply of nickel, a critical ingredient in EV batteries, since Russia is one of the world’s biggest producers.
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