Governors to Present Transportation Funding Plans
Four governors are preparing transportation funding plans to present to their legislatures early next year, and at least two governors are not ruling out higher fuel taxes.
November 27, 2012Consumer Confidence Rises to Four-Year High
Consumer confidence rose to a four-year high in November, the New York-based Conference Board said Tuesday.
November 27, 2012Diesel Rises 5.8¢ to $4.034 a Gallon; Gasoline Gains for First Time in Seven Weeks
Diesel rose 5.8 cents to $4.034 a gallon — its first gain in six weeks — while gasoline rose for the first time in seven weeks, the Department of Energy reported.
November 27, 2012Durable Goods Orders Flat in October
Durable goods orders were little changed in October, the Commerce Department said Tuesday.
November 27, 2012APL Logistics Acquires Carmichael International
APL Logistics said it has acquired U.S. Customs brokerage firm Carmichael International Service. No terms were disclosed.
November 27, 2012First Stretch of Long-Awaited I-69 Opens in Indiana
The first three sections of Interstate 69 in Indiana have opened to traffic on a 67-mile stretch through the southwest part of the state.
November 26, 2012C.H. Robinson Revamps Online Tool
C.H. Robinson introduced an updated online tool with improved user interface and additional customization options for customers, the company said.
November 26, 2012Oil Declines From Three-Day High
Oil fell from a three-day high to below $88 a barrel Monday as European ministers met to discuss additional funds to help Greece, Bloomberg reported.
November 26, 2012AASHTO Chooses Wright as Director
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials chose new leaders, including an executive director, during its annual convention last week in Pittsburgh.
November 26, 2012ATD Names Six Finalists for Dealer of the Year
American Truck Dealers named six finalists for its 2013 Truck Dealer of the Year competition.
November 26, 2012