Rising wages for drivers is a key factor that helped drive up the cost of operating a truck by 21.3% in 2022, according to a study by the American Transportation Research Institute.
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Parts, Labor Expenses Up More Than 8% Year-Over-Year in Q1
Maintenance parts and labor expenses for trucking companies across North America rose more than 8% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2023, according to a recently released study.
June 22, 2023Fleets Turn to Tech to Manage Complexity of Regulatory Compliance
With more drivers and equipment to manage, some fleet operators have implemented technology to help navigate the complexity of the industry’s regulations and better manage safety audits.
June 23, 2023XPO’s Ramos Captures New Jersey TDC Title
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — New Jersey has a new best-in-show. Lorenso Ramos of XPO, competing in the straight truck class, conquered a challenging course en route to a grand champion performance.
June 21, 2023International SuperTruck II Reaches 16 MPG
Navistar’s International SuperTruck II reached a fuel efficiency of 16 miles per gallon and a 170% improvement in freight efficiency compared with a 2009 baseline, the company said June 20.
June 21, 2023How Continental Is Evolving Into Complete Tire Management
UVALDE, Texas — While Continental is known largely as a tire manufacturer, the bulk of its business is technology-focused, and it recently showcased how the two areas are intersecting.
June 21, 2023For NTDC Truckers, a Badge of Pride
National Truck Driving Championships Chairman Rodney Myers says though luck might play a role, it's preparation that determines success in the Super Bowl of Safety.
June 21, 2023Company Can’t Guarantee Air Bag Inflators Won’t Explode
DETROIT — A company that makes air bag inflators that have exploded in eight incidents argued that it can’t say for sure whether its inflators might cause further such incidents.
June 21, 2023Top 100 For-Hire Carriers Grow Despite Softer Freight Market
Despite a softer freight environment, most of the largest trucking companies in North America continued to grow their businesses last year even as spot market rates dropped.
June 23, 2023Nikola Cuts 270 Jobs to Slash Costs
Nikola Corp. will cut 270 jobs, including 120 in the United States, as the beleaguered truck maker seeks to slash cash outflows, the Phoenix-based company said.
June 20, 2023