Truckload carrier J.B. Hunt Transport Services said its third-quarter net income fell to $40 million, or 31 cents per share, from $60.3 million, or 47 cents, a year earlier.
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Eatons Third-Quarter Profit Falls
Vehicle parts manufacturer Eaton Corp. said Monday its third-quarter profit fell 39% but exceeded the companys forecast.
October 19, 2009EPA Says Clean Diesel Efforts Are Working
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said last week its clean diesel efforts have produced $500 million to $1.4 billion in public health benefits.
October 19, 2009iTECH: The Business Case for Social Networks
Online social networking site Twitter hit it big when Oprah signed up this spring, along with millions of her fans. Let the record reflect that the trucking industry beat her to the punch.
October 19, 2009Diesel Jumps a Dime to $2.705
Diesel fuels national average price jumped 10.5 cents to $2.705 a gallon, its highest price since November, the Department of Energy said Monday.
October 20, 2009Freightliner Redesigns On-Highway Coronado
Freightliner Trucks introduced its new on-highway Coronado model, which it described as its top-of-the-line heavy-duty truck aimed at the owner-operator.
October 19, 2009Transport Advocates Optimistic About Road Bill Early Next Year
Transportation officials said they are optimistic Congress still will pass a long-term highway bill in coming months, but the exact timetable could depend on how quickly lawmakers wrap up debate on other legislation.
October 19, 2009Landstar Says Profit Drops, But Freight Is Improving
Landstar System Inc., the fifth-largest truckload carrier, last week reported a 39% drop in net income to $20.1 million from the same quarter of 2008.
October 19, 2009OEMs, Fleets Seek to Ensure DEF Quality for New Engines
LAS VEGAS As the deadline nears for implementation of the latest change in federal emission rules, truck makers and fleets are moving to ensure that the supply of required diesel exhaust fluid is pure.
October 19, 2009Truck Stops, Retailers Push Congress for Relief from Credit Card Issuers Transaction Fees
Retail groups, including the trade association representing truck stops, are urging Congress to enact legislation that would regulate the fees retailers are charged by credit card companies.
October 19, 2009