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Ryder Group is cashing in on a seldom-publicized way to simplify customs processing for its customers shipping to or from Mexico.

The ongoing struggle between Canada’s trucking industry and Environment Canada over the classification of diesel particulate matter has turned into a battle of scientific opinions.

John Walters has seen it all when it comes to the worst accidents involving hazardous materials, and he's learned that working with the transportation industry is one of the best ways to limit the impact of spills.

In the news this morning: Bridgestone/Firestone workers may strike this weekend; Canadian air parcel giant Purolator cites tentative deal with Teamsters; online shipping quotes available from Craters & Freighters; and more.

Today's technology headlines: Study - Web-based systems likely to replace VAN-based EDI; New service pinpoints mobile phone users' location; software firm says messages can ake Nokia phones freeze; and more.

This afternoon's headlines: Big U.S. factory orders fall fits with economic slowdown predictions; Deere invests in truck technology supplier XATA; source says EU will approve Volvo purchase of Renault truck Division; and more.

Trucking companies that get unsatisfactory safety fitness ratings from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration after Nov. 20 risk being shut down under the agency’s new enforcement authority.

The price of diesel fuel jumped to the highest level seen in 22 weeks, amid predictions of still higher prices to come.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration plans to issue a proposed supplemental rule for driver hours of service that could involve small concessions to trucking.

It is a call all safety directors dread: One of their trucks carrying hazardous materials has been in an accident and its contents are spilling onto the road.