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Nikola Falls After Paring Output Goals for Debut Electric Trucks

Nikola Corp. shares slipped after the company cut projected output of its first commercial zero-emission vehicles and said it may seek to raise more capital to invest in facilities such as a planned hydrogen-fueling network.

House to Vote on Virus Bill

WASHINGTON — Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Feb. 26, despite a setback that means a minimum wage boost is unlikely to be in the final version that reaches President Joe Biden.

US Lawmakers Introduce ‘Complete Streets’ Bill

A national program that promotes safety features for street designs recently was introduced by transportation policymakers.

Consumer Sentiment Fell in February to a Six-Month Low

U.S. consumer sentiment fell in February to a six-month low as expectations remained weak even while lawmakers moved closer to approving another round of financial relief.

Chinese Trucking Startup Files Confidentially for US IPO

China’s Uber-like startup Full Truck Alliance confidentially has filed for an initial public offering that could raise at least $1 billion as soon as this year, according to people familiar with the matter.

Andrew Johnson Appointed as Head of DTNA Corporate Communications

Andrew Johnson was appointed head of corporate communications at Daimler Trucks North America.

Penske Logistics Gives LTL Regional Award to Dayton Freight Lines

Dayton Freight Lines has received the 2020 Less-Than-Truckload U.S. Regional Carrier Award from Penske Logistics.

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TravelCenters of America Reports Q4 Net Loss, Eyes Alt Fuels

TravelCenters of America Inc. reported a fourth-quarter loss and a decline in revenue as diesel gross margins plunged and pandemic-related restrictions remained in place at some of its restaurants.

Goodyear Tire Management System Is A Complete Solution

Fleets spend a significant amount of money on tires for their tractors and trailers between the initial purchase price of the tires themselves and the cost of retreading those tires. Tires also are a major contributor to the fuel efficiency of a truck. And tires can cause issues for fleet managers as it is estimated that tire problems account for 50% of roadside breakdowns.

UPS Expects 40% Jump in Vaccine Doses Next Week, Peak in May

UPS Inc. and FedEx Corp. are ramping up vaccine distribution, with plans for additional gains if Johnson & Johnson’s inoculation is cleared by U.S. regulators.

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UPS Vice President of Global Healthcare Strategy and Marketing Dan Gagnon discusses the global rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, cooperating with companies like FedEx for national distribution efforts, and whether this will be a defining moment for UPS. Watch the replay.

Industry Professionals Recognized for Black History Month

Trucking Moves America Forward recognized eight industry professionals as Black History Month Leaders. They personify excellence in trucking and are being featured for their contributions to the industry.

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2020 Top 50 Global Freight

Key data on revenue and freight assets for the 50 largest global freight carriers.
2020 Top 100 Private

Beverage and food service fleets dominate the top spots in this comprehensive rundown of private carriers in North America, ranked by number of tractors.
2020 Top 100 For-Hire

Annual rankings provide an indispensable overview of the largest for-hire carriers in North America, along with timely analysis of trends shaping the industry.
2020 Top 50 Logistics

A unique ranking of the third-party logistics companies in North America includes listings of the largest freight brokerage firms, freight forwarders, warehouse operators and dedicated contract carriage service providers.

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Biden Orders USDOT to Review Supply Chain

President Joe Biden has directed the Department of Transportation to conduct a review of the nation’s supply chain in the wake of challenges that arose during the earlier days of the coronavirus pandemic.

Maryland DOT Selects Developer for Major P3

The Maryland Department of Transportation has selected Accelerate Maryland Partners to serve as the developer for a major public-private partnership to improve traffic congestion.