Business, Technology, Logistics

C.H. Robinson Posts Record Q1 Profits

Strong freight demand across its network powered C.H. Robinson Worldwide to record first-quarter profits.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
April 28, 2022
Business, Equipment

Strong Trailer Demand Grows Wabash Q1 Profits

Wabash reported higher profits and sales during the first quarter as motor carriers and shippers rushed to purchase trailers to meet strong freight demand.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
April 27, 2022
Business, Logistics, For-Hire

Mullen Reports Q1 Revenue, Profit Growth

Mullen Group Ltd. reported double-digit increases in profit and revenue for the first quarter but warned that the motor carrier was concerned about surging inflation and higher fuel expenses.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
April 21, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous, Top 100

Werner Partners With Aurora to Haul Freight Autonomously in Texas

Aurora Innovation Inc. has announced a deal to haul freight on a route between Fort Worth and El Paso, Texas, for Werner Enterprises.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
April 6, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Aurora Upgrades Autonomous Driving System

Aurora Innovation Inc. is upgrading its self-driving truck technology as it prepares to commercialize its autonomous vehicle technology.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
March 31, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Embark Posts Wider Loss, Advances Tech Development

Autonomous truck developer Embark Technology Inc. issued its first annual and quarterly financial report as a public company, detailing steep losses but significant technology gains and key business partnerships.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
March 18, 2022
Business, Logistics, Top 50

Americold Narrows Loss, Names George Chappelle New CEO

Refrigerated warehouse operator Americold Realty Trust narrowed its loss in the fourth quarter and posted a large gain in revenue. It also made interim CEO George Chappelle’s position permanent.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
February 25, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Kenworth Debuts 18-Speed Transmission Lineup

Kenworth has developed a new 18-speed automated transmission, offering a version for heavy Class 8 trucking and some off-highway uses.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

U.S. Xpress Looks to Integrate Aurora Self-Driving Tech

U.S. Xpress will collaborate with autonomous driving technology company Aurora Innovation to explore the deployment of self-driving trucks within the motor carrier’s network.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
February 14, 2022
Business, Logistics, Top 100

Acquisitions Fuel Mullen’s Record Q4 Revenue Growth

Mullen Group Ltd. reported a doubling of profits and record revenue for the fourth quarter.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
February 10, 2022