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This afternoon's headlines: U.S. Trucking has big 3Q loss; FedEx completes tender offer for AF stock; new economic reports reveal slow U.S. growth; and more.

Today's technology headlines: IBM inks supply chain software deals; online traffic reports get more sophisticated; Euro-Log, Transentric form transatlantic freight-tracking venture; and more.

The merger of Swift Transportation and M.S. Carriers has triggered a power shift in Transplace.com, but the overall effect on the online logistics firm will be negligible, according to company officials and analysts.

In the news this morning: PNV files for reorganization protection; sharp drop in third-quarter GDP growth highlights economic slowdown; Volvo prepared to cut production as industry predicts European sales slide; and more.

Today's technology headlines: Asian electronics market wrestles with supply chain management; small movers get online with reverse auctions; suppliers, manufacturers embrace electronic supply chain systems; and more.

The Environmental Protection Agency’s new rules on diesel were met with skepticism by the trucking industry, and frustration by the refining industry.

This afternoon's headlines: Port of Vancouver looks to trucking association to settle drayer dispute; Penske Truck Leasing to buy Comcar truck leasing unit; online sales surge in November; and more.

TTNews.com will be closed Friday and Monday in observance of the Christmas holiday. Please check back on Tuesday, Dec. 26, for the latest trucking and freight transportation news.

The Clinton Administration unveiled final rules on Thursday to reduce diesel emissions from heavy-duty trucks and buses.