Excess capacity in the spot market amid weakening demand has raised uncertainty over whether rates have actually hit bottom.
April 5, 2023Transportation Technology News
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Spot Rate Bottom Unclear Amid Capacity, Demand Mix
Walmart Bets on Automation, Dangles Profit Potential
Walmart Inc. is betting on greater supply chain automation and hinting that a recent investment binge might lift profit beyond the retailers stated long-term goals.
April 4, 2023GM Passes Ford in Q1 EV Sales, Still Trails Tesla
DETROIT General Motors rode strong first-quarter sales of the Chevrolet Bolt to bump crosstown rival Ford out of second place in the U.S. electric vehicle sales race.
April 4, 2023GMs BrightDrop Ships First 500 EV Vans From Ontario
BrightDrop has shipped the first 500 electric delivery vans out of CAMI Assembly in Ontario, Canada, that opened three months ago, the company said April 3.
April 4, 2023Perspective: Staying Vigilant on Drug Testing
Suhash Harwani of Quest Diagnostics writes: the emerging evidence propels an argument that employers particularly in the transportation sector should stay vigilant on drug testing.
April 4, 2023Geely: All Options Open on Volvo Stake After Daimler Sale
Volvo ABs second-largest shareholder, Geely, said while its not currently planning any changes to its position, anything is possible in the future.
April 4, 2023Walmarts Job Cut Tally Tops 2,000 in E-Commerce
Walmart Inc.s job cuts at five U.S. e-commerce fulfillment centers will affect more than 2,000 positions, according to regulatory filings.
April 4, 2023Biden Visits Cummins, Promotes Clean Energy
FRIDLEY, Minn. President Joe Biden ventured to suburban Minneapolis on April 3 to highlight job growth and investments nationwide during a visit to engine maker Cummins Inc.
April 3, 2023Transportation Stakeholders Highlight Safety, Technology
Stakeholders representing transportation agencies and the private sector reminded federal lawmakers of concerns related to safety and the advancement of emerging technologies.
April 3, 2023Aurora Driver Enters Final Stage of Development Process
Aurora Innovation Inc. has entered the final phase of development for a new version of its integrated hardware and autonomous truck system, the company announced April 3.
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