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Wholesale Inventories Rise 0.2%; Sales Down 0.1%

In a sign that companies are continuing to struggle to keep stockpiles in line with demand, U.S. wholesale inventories rose more in May than at any time in the last six months, the Commerce Department said on Tuesday.

July 10, 2001

American Freightways, Viking Raise Rates 5.9%

American Freightways Inc. and Viking Freight Inc., the two less-than-truckload companies that comprise FedEx Freight, will implement general rate increases of approximately 5.9%, effective Aug. 6, 2001.

July 10, 2001

Peace Bridge Congestion Hinders Trade

The Peace Bridge, a three-lane span crossing the Niagara River at Port Erie, Ontario, Canada, and Buffalo, N.Y., is experiencing heavy congestion that is costing businesses on both sides of the border $2.5 million a day, says Jayson Myers of the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters.

July 10, 2001

Executive Briefing - July 10

Navistar Raises Prices 3%; Airlines Beset By Job Actions; UniGroup Sells, Then Buys Consultants; and more...

July 10, 2001

Trucking Technology Report - July 10

Trucker Tests Tracking Technology; Cell Phone Industry Turns Out Against Bill; BDP International, G-Log in 10-Year Deal; and more...

July 10, 2001

Opinion: Why Biodiesel?

Given the flurry of new users and media coverage, by now you’ve probably heard of a fuel called biodiesel. It’s an alternative to diesel that can be made from any fat or vegetable oil — usually soybean oil.

July 9, 2001

Editorial: Economic Recovery Has Not Yet Arrived

Yes, there is some good news: Interest rates have fallen again, and diesel and gasoline prices are consistently coming back down after sharp spikes earlier this year. Even the factory and construction sectors show new strength.

July 9, 2001

Executive Briefing - July 9

County Inspection Stations Allowed in Texas; Webvan Shuts Down, Files Chapter 11; Wabash National Announces Acting CEO; Closure Causes Heavy Delays on I-285 in Atlanta; and more...

July 9, 2001

Average Diesel Price Falls to $1.392 Per Gallon

The national average price per gallon of diesel fuel dropped to $1.392 on Monday, which is 1.5 cents below the previous week, according to the Department of Energy.

July 9, 2001