Walmart Inc. still is trying to get its structure just how it wants it. The retail giant announced its second internal restructuring in as many months as it tries to better integrate its money-losing online business in the United States with its physical stores.
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Fleet Complete Offers Cummins' Connected Diagnostics
Fleet Complete announced a collaboration with Cummins Inc. to provide the Cummins Connected Diagnostics application to customers using the Fleet Complete internet of things platform who have Cummins engines in their vehicles.
July 19, 2019Three experts from Transport Enterprise Leasing discuss strategies for buying and selling trucks amid regulatory shifts, trade tensions and economic uncertainty.
GM Chinese Ally SAIC Braces for First Decline in Annual Sales in 14 Years
SAIC Motor Corp. expects annual sales to fall for the first time in at least 14 years as China’s biggest automaker battles through a slump in demand roiling the world’s largest car market, according to people familiar with the matter.
July 19, 2019Closing the Skills Gaps
It's important for technicians to be savvy with technology, but companies will also train mechanically inclined techs and teach them new skills.
July 19, 2019Understanding the Numbers Behind the Technician Shortage
For what seems like ages, whenever discussions occur within this industry about the technician shortage, this question inevitably arises: “Just exactly how many technicians do we need?” A fair question, right? But not an easy one to answer.
July 19, 2019Game On: Trucking Gets Creative in Attracting Young Technicians
Millennials and Generation Z have grown up surrounded by sophisticated technologies — such as video games and augmented reality — that now are making the transition from personal pastime to business tools.
July 19, 2019Boeing to Take $4.9 Billion Charge Over Grounded 737 Max Jet
Boeing is booking a $4.9 billion charge to cover possible compensation to airlines that have canceled thousands of flights since the 737 Max jet was grounded after two deadly accidents, the aircraft manufacturer said July 18.
July 19, 2019Clear Career Paths Needed for Technicians
Creating a clear path for career advancement to help attract and retain diesel technicians is key to growing trucking's pool of future leaders, industry experts said.
July 19, 2019Electric Trucks Will Demand New Expertise
Some industry representatives suggest that electric-powered vehicles will not only reduce diesel pollutants, but also attract a new generation of recruits to the field of heavy truck maintenance.
July 19, 2019Former Army Mechanic Is Now a Truck Tech
Former Army mechanic Lindsay Dunham says the “unpredictable nature” of her job and being able to work with her hands are among the things she enjoys most about being a big-truck technician.
July 19, 2019