Xata Loss Narrows in Third Quarter
Transportation software firm Xata Corp. said Wednesday it lost $62,000, or 1 cent per share, in its fiscal third quarter, compared with a loss of $712,000, or 8 cents, a year ago.
August 5, 2009TT Podcasts: RoadSigns
Volvo's Chayene de Souza and Magnus Gustafson discuss how new, connected trucks can boost business, enhance safety practices, and reinforce preventative maintenance plans.
Oil Slips Below $70 Following DOE Report
Oil prices fell to below $70 a barrel Wednesday following a Department of Energy report that showed crude supplies rose last week, Bloomberg reported.
August 5, 2009DOT to Host September Summit on Texting and Driving
The Department of Transportation will convene a September summit to come up with a plan to deal with the issue of texting while driving, DOT said Tuesday.
August 4, 2009Diesel Rises 2.2¢ to $2.55
The average price of diesel fuel rose for the second straight week, gaining 2.2 cents to $2.55 a gallon, the Department of Energy said Monday.
August 4, 2009Personal Spending Rises; Incomes Take Biggest Plunge in Four Years
Consumer personal spending rose modestly in June, while incomes fell by the most in four years, the Commerce Department said Tuesday.
August 4, 2009ISM Manufacturing Index Gains in July
Manufacturing activity improved in July and shrank at the slowest pace in nearly a year, the Institute for Supply Management said Monday.
August 3, 2009Daimler Training Dealers on Finance, Insurance Sales
Daimler Truck Financial said Monday it is providing heavy- and medium-duty truck dealers with a training program on selling finance and insurance products to its customers.
August 3, 2009GAO Cites Concerns On Bus, Truck Companies Operating Illegally
A number of trucking and bus companies have been ordered shut down for violating federal safety rules and staying in business under different names, the Associated Press reported, citing a government study.
August 3, 2009House Bill Would Give Tax Credit for APUs
A bill introduced in the House of Representatives would provide up to $3,000 in tax credit for fleets to purchase auxiliary power units.
August 3, 2009Construction Spending Increases 0.3%
Construction spending rose 0.3% in June, the Commerce Department said Monday.
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