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J.B. Hunt Reports Q1 Revenue Increased to $2.6B

J.B. Hunt Transport Services saw revenue and earnings increase due to strong segment growth during the first quarter of 2021, the company reported April 15.

Task Forces Set Sights on Controlling Corrosion

An American Trucking Associations Technology & Maintenance Council task force called for action April 16 to develop best practices to address cab corrosion.

Key Congressional Republican Calls for Bipartisan Highway Bill

As federal policymakers prepare to consider comprehensive highway policy legislation in the coming weeks, the top Republican on the U.S. Senate transportation committee reiterated calls for bipartisanship.

Buttigieg Promotes Budget for DOT, Touts Infrastructure Plan

The Biden administration’s proposal to increase funding for operations at the U.S. Department of Transportation would enhance the flow of commerce and respond to concerns linked to climate change, Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg told House lawmakers April 15.

Drivers at Grocery Startup Imperfect Foods Vote to Unionize

Drivers at grocery delivery startup Imperfect Foods Inc. have voted to unionize, an apparent victory for organized labor as it steps up efforts to make inroads into California’s fast-growing startups. The company said it would challenge the results.

Ohio Trucking Association Names Nicholas Delzeith Driver of the Year

The Ohio Trucking Association announced that Nicholas Delzeith was selected as its 2020 Driver of the Year.

Lytx Recognizes ‘Heroes of the Road'

Lytx announced April 8 the recipients of its 2021 Driver of the Year and Coach of the Year awards.

Sen. Roy Blunt Sees Path to Scaled-Down Infrastructure Deal

A senior Republican senator said fees for airports and other infrastructure, along with levies for highways, could be used to fund a bipartisan investment package, amid GOP opposition to the corporate tax hikes proposed by President Joe Biden.

How to Save Time and Money on Truck Tolls

U.S. toll facilities take in billions of dollars every year, much of it from motor carriers. But you can reduce your toll costs by taking a few simple steps.

Historic Golf Course Closer to Becoming Trucking and Warehouse Facility

A historic golf course in the Chicago suburbs is one step closer to becoming a trucking and logistics and warenhouse complex.

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TT Newsmakers

Is a vehicle-miles-traveled fee system a viable solution to infrastructure funding needs? The senior vice president of ATRI, Dan Murray, joins TT's Dan Ronan April 26 to discuss the findings of an ATRI report and what shape infrastructure funding may take in the future. Reserve your seat now.

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Walmart Invests in Cruise, the GM-Backed Autonomous-Car Startup

Walmart is taking an undisclosed stake in Cruise, the autonomous-vehicle technology company that’s majority-owned by General Motors Co.

Looking to Hire a ‘Fresh-Faced Veteran’ Maintenance Tech? Good Luck

Recruiting military veterans for maintenance positions in trucking fleets’ repair shops is an industry goal, but the prospect of finding and transitioning young vets to become civilian service technicians can be challenging.