Cass Freight Index Rises Less Than 1% in February
The Cass Freight Index, a measure of shipping activity in trucking and other transportation modes, increased in February and expenditures also rose, Cass Information Systems said.
March 11, 2015Science Group Urges Strong Greenhouse Gas Rule
The Union of Concerned Scientists wants two federal agencies to set a rigorous standard for improvement in their rule on greenhouse gas emissions by heavy- and medium-duty trucks, which is due by the end of March.
March 11, 2015Intermodal Traffic Rises for First Time in Four Weeks
U.S. rail intermodal traffic rose for the first time in four weeks, rising 4% in the week ended March 7 compared with the same week last year, the Association of American Railroads reported.
March 11, 2015Seat Belt Tickets Peak in Summer, Vigillo Says
Citations for failure to use seat belts have a seasonal component — peaking in the summer and falling in the winter — according to a report from data analysis company Vigillo.
March 11, 2015New Program at Port of L.A. to Speed Up Cargo Shipments
The Port of Los Angeles has implemented a new program to speed cargo to clear the backlog of containers and move shipments faster in the future.
March 11, 2015New TCA Chairman Keith Tuttle: Image Is Huge Issue For Industry
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Keith Tuttle, incoming chairman of the Truckload Carriers Association, believes his role comes with a mission to deliver to the industry and the American public the message about the good works, and successful outcomes, that truckers can achieve.
March 11, 2015Teamsters, Safety Groups Sue DOT Over Opening Border to Mexican Carriers
The Teamsters union and two highway safety advocate groups have filed suit against the U.S. Department of Transportation over DOT’s recent decision to open the border to Mexican trucks.
March 10, 2015Trucking Market 'Very Exciting,' Analyst John Larkin Tells TCA
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Trucking conditions are favorable this year due to tight capacity and could become even better in the next three years if demand grows and supply of drivers can’t keep pace, an industry analyst said.
March 10, 2015Three Trucking Companies Settle With Pilot in Fraud Case
Attorneys for three trucking companies have filed notices of undisclosed settlement agreements with Pilot Flying J in connection with diesel rebate fraud allegations contained in federal lawsuits filed against the truck-stop operator.
March 10, 2015TCA Roundup: Supplier Announcements; Association Awards
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Multiple industry suppliers announced new services or contract acquisitions at the Truckload Carriers Association meeting here, where industry awards also were presented.
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