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Freightliner Tests Fuel Cells For Comfort Factor
To stay comfortable and entertained, drivers often spend their nights in their cabs as the engines idle, but Freightliner thinks fuel cells are the answer to this diesel-guzzling problem.
July 28, 2000New ID Will Be Needed to Cross Into Canada
Trucking companies carrying loads into Canada will be required to use unique carrier identification numbers in 2001, according to the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency.
July 28, 2000ATA Joins USF Tax Lawsuit
USFreightways Corp. will begin its appeal in August of a tax case that could cause substantial changes for finance officers and accountants in trucking and the business world beyond. It is being joined by American Trucking Associations in the matter.
July 28, 2000Trucking Technology Report - July 28
Today's technology headlines: Automakers eye online build-to-order systems; secure transactions for wireless devices on the horizon; telecoms take a few lumps on the bottom line buying up wireless firms; and more.
July 28, 2000Fleetscape Lands on Dotcom Scrap Heap
Embattled truck parts exchange Fleetscape has unplugged its phone, removed its Web site from the Net and turned out the lights.
July 28, 2000A.M. Executive Briefing - July 28
In the news this morning: Economy grows a surprisingly strong 5.2%, but inflation meter slows; Frozen Food Express makes second quarter comeback despite negative factors; Detroit Diesel reports 24% drop in net income; and more.
July 28, 2000P.M. Executive Briefing - July 28
This afternoon's headlines: Study to look at diesel emission impact on trucker health; crude oil prices up due to concerns over increased output; Slater urges Congress to support two highway safety measures; and more.
July 28, 2000A.M. Executive Briefing - July 27
In the news this morning: June durable goods orders strong; replacement work on Wilson Bridge in D.C. area to start despite budget shortfall; truckers worried about planned reduction in free container storage time at L.A. and Long Beach ports; and more.
July 27, 2000P.M. Executive Briefing - July 27
In this afternoon's headlines: Con-Way Transportation will raise rates; Consolidated Freightways announces headquarters move; Isuzu Truck among UK purchasers of AFS systems; and Second suit filed against trucker in fatal accident.
July 27, 2000Safety Benefit of Hours Uncertain, GAO Says
The Department of Transportation does not know exactly how many lives could be saved by proposed revisions to the federal hours-of-service regulations, a new federal report says.
July 26, 2000