Without a doubt, 2018 was a banner year for trucking and almost every other form of freight transportation. Business investment took off, hiring picked up and freight volume soared with both domestic and international shipments sharing in the bounty.
December 27, 2018
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In the first full year of ELD compliance, waivers and compliance dominate the top 10. Amazon continues to make headlines as well.
The year’s top 10 takes from TT reader favorite, cartoonist Philip “Shade” Kightlinger
Which states had the most user interactions with Transport Topics on Facebook this year? Which tweets went viral? See maps, rankings.
Business investment took off, hiring picked up and freight volume soared with both domestic and international shipments sharing in the bounty.
Diesel prices started off 2018 low, but as the year comes to a close, the average price of diesel is more than 20 cents higher than in 2017.
A deeper dive into trucking data showed a big year for the industry across three specific sectors, particularly after July. The numbers also portend glad tidings for 2019.
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Government, Business
You Shared Our Work; Now We Share the Results!
Which states had the most user interactions with Transport Topics on Facebook this year? Which tweets attracted the most engagement? See maps, rankings.
December 27, 2018
Government, Business, Technology
A Year In, ELD Compliance Is Still Big News
In the first full year of ELD compliance, waivers and compliance dominate the top 10. Amazon continues to make headlines as well.
December 26, 2018
Business, Equipment
Sectors Surge in Second Half
A deeper dive into trucking data showed a big year for the industry across three specific sectors, particularly after July. The numbers also portend glad tidings for 2019.
December 25, 2018
Business, Fuel
2018 Diesel Prices Stay Consistent Around $3 a Gallon
Diesel prices started off 2018 low, but as the year comes to a close, the average price of diesel is more than 20 cents higher than in 2017.
December 24, 2018
Government, Business
Capitol Agenda for the Week of Dec. 17: Thanks for the Memories, 2018
With the end of the year finally upon us, we take a page from late-night TV host Jimmy Fallon and fill out a few ‘thank you’ notes. Here's the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
December 17, 2018