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Intermodal freight is growing in volume and importance as shippers embrace the idea of using multiple modes of transport to move goods around the world.

Senate Commerce Chairman John Thune said he would support House Republicans if they proceed with legislation that would fund transportation programs for three years, if that meant not passing a short-term highway-funding fix next month.

Americans’ expectations for the economy sank to a four-month low in September as households fretted about financial markets and a global economic slowdown.

In a letter to staff on Sept. 15, Scott Darling, the federal trucking regulatory agency’s acting chief, outlined several priorities for the remainder of the year.

Fleets, independent  repair shops and  parts distributors – thanks to a new agreement between trade groups – will find themselves on a par with dealerships for the first time when it comes to repairing heavy-duty trucks.

American Moving and Storage Association members will call on Congress to reform trucking regulations they say impact the industry. 

The major transportation industry stakeholders are once again urging Congress to advance a six-year highway bill before funding authority for infrastructure programs expires at the end of October.