I-40 Bridge Linking Arkansas, Tennessee Reopens
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Authorities on July 31 reopened the Interstate 40 bridge linking Arkansas and Tennessee that had been closed ever since a crack was discovered in the span in May.
August 1, 2021After Infrastructure Deal, Senate Votes to Take Up Bill
WASHINGTON — The Senate voted the night of July 28 to begin work on a nearly $1 trillion national infrastructure plan, acting with sudden speed after weeks of fits and starts once the White House and a bipartisan group of senators agreed on major provisions of the package that’s key to President Joe Biden’s agenda.
July 29, 2021Airports in West Deal With Shortage of Jet Fuel
A shortage of jet fuel, coupled with supply chain issues and an urgent demand from firefighting aircraft, continues to cause problems at airports around the West.
July 26, 2021Port Operator DP World Buys Syncreon in $1.2 Billion Deal
One of the world’s largest port operators, DP World, said July 1 it had acquired American logistics firm Syncreon Holdings in a $1.2 billion deal, the latest investment as the maritime company pushes to expand farther afield.
July 1, 2021Auto Show Back in Detroit Next Year
DETROIT — The head of Detroit’s big international auto show says it will return to the Motor City next year, but with smaller indoor displays and more emphasis on experiencing vehicles and technology outside.
June 18, 2021Ford Sees Improved Q2 Outlook
Ford’s second-quarter outlook is improving, with large numbers of customers making reservations for four of its new vehicles.
June 18, 2021US Industrial Production, Factory Output Climb in May
Surging output of cars, trucks and auto parts pulled U.S. factory production up 0.9% in May.
June 15, 2021Energy Chief Jennifer Granholm Cites Risk of Cyberattacks Crippling Power Grid
WASHINGTON — Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm on June 6 called for more public-private cooperation on cyber defenses and said U.S. adversaries already are capable of using cyber intrusions to shut down the U.S. power grid.
June 7, 2021Amazon to Hold Prime Day June 21-22
NEW YORK — Amazon said that it will hold its annual Prime Day on June 21 and 22, the earliest it has ever held the sales event.
June 2, 2021Ram Trucks Recalled; Wheels Could Fall Off
DETROIT — Fiat Chrysler said May 28 that it is recalling more than a half-million heavy-duty Ram trucks to fix a problem that can cause the wheels to fall off.
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