Volvo Group reported a marginal increase in net income and a modest bump in revenue in the third quarter, citing slowing markets for trucks, construction equipment, and marine and industrial engines.
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Transfix Launches Two Load Options for Carriers
Digital freight-broker Transfix announced two updates to its platform: My Lanes, a product that recommends freight based on carrier preferences; and Reserved Loads, which it referred to as the industrys first exclusive-access freight program for exceptional carriers.
October 18, 2019Three experts from Transport Enterprise Leasing discuss strategies for buying and selling trucks amid regulatory shifts, trade tensions and economic uncertainty.
Real-World Fuel Economy Answers What Every Fleet Needs
Race car engineer developed process to help Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT) make better decisions on fuel economy technologies. This webinar explains the process and how it accounts for fleets real-world conditions and can predict their customized fuel savings. Fuel economy is a real science and this webinar explains the science the facts and dispels myths in ways any fleet can use to uncover their potential fuel savings.
November 14, 2019Projecting The Impact of Proposed HOS Changes
Earlier this year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced the proposal to change five different aspects of the HOS regulations. Hear from industry experts covering a wide array of perspectives on what these changes could mean for the future, and what you should be doing now to prepare.
November 6, 2019Russias Yandex Joins the Self-Driving Car Million-Mile Club
Yandex NV, Russias largest internet firm, said its self-driving cars have passed 1 million miles in fully autonomous driving since it started testing the technology in December 2017, joining an elite group in the emerging robotaxi industry.
October 18, 2019Trucking Relies on Consumers, but Recession Fears Loom, Experts Say
PALM BEACH, Fla. A leading consultant and top executives at three fleets outlined the state of the trucking industry and overall economy to trailer dealers and suppliers during a meeting here, with discussion focused on changing conditions and persistent concerns about softening demand.
October 17, 2019Port of Seattle Partners With WeWork on Maritime Business Incubator
Port of Seattle is partnering with WeWork to attract younger workers to the maritime sector.
October 17, 2019Future of Workforce a Priority Amid AI Push, Lawmakers Say
WASHINGTON The advancements in artificial intelligence will require a national strategy that ensures workers are able to adapt to sweeping changes, two members of Congress active in this national debate said Oct. 16.
October 17, 2019Volvo to Cut Carbon Footprint in Bid to Sell Electric SUVs
Volvo is tying the launch of its first all-electric vehicle the XC40 Recharge crossover to a broader plan for shrinking the carbon footprint of its models by 40% through 2025.
October 16, 2019Medium-Duty Gains in September Led by Class 7
U.S. retail sales of Class 4 through Class 7 trucks rose 5.8% in September compared with a year earlier, and included large gains in Freightliner sales of Class 7 vehicles.
October 16, 2019