25 Oct FMCSA Hosts Webinar on HOS Concerns Drivers switching jobs around the time the federally mandated electronic logging device rule takes effect need to report their previous seven days of service to their new employer, just as they would have when paper logbooks were the norm, government officials said Read more...
25 Oct Committee OKs Trombino as New FHWA Chief The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works voted to approve the nomination of Paul Trombino, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Highway Administration, on Oct. 25. Read more...
25 Oct Jacksonville Approves $1.5 Million for Bridge Ramp Demolition to Improve Truck Access to Port It was first about public safety. Then, modernizing city roads. Now Jacksonville, Fla., Mayor Lenny Curry says he wants to demolish the elevated ramp connecting the Hart Bridge to downtown so cargo trucks can better access the port. Read more...
25 Oct Norfolk Southern's Third-Quarter Earnings Strong Railroad freight earnings were mixed in the third quarter, with Norfolk Southern Corp. recording stronger earnings but Canadian National Co. slipping slightly, in announcements Oct. 24 and Oct. 25. Read more...
25 Oct New-Home Sales Unexpectedly Jump to Highest Since 2007 U.S. purchases of new homes unexpectedly surged in September to the highest level in a decade as activity accelerated in the South after hurricanes Harvey and Irma, according to government data Oct. 25. Read more...
25 Oct Peak Shipping Season Red Hot at Container Ports The peak 2017 shipping season remains red hot, with nearly every major port reporting greater container traffic in September than a year ago. Read more...
25 Oct Gain in Equipment Orders Underscores Robust US Investment U.S. orders for business equipment increased more than forecast in September, indicating solid investment momentum as the third quarter drew to a close, Commerce Department figures showed Oct. 25. Read more...
25 Oct ATA Tonnage Index Continues Surge Into September Recent growth in truck tonnage eased up a bit in September, but still advanced 7.4% year-over-year, American Trucking Associations reported Oct. 24. Read more...
25 Oct Amazon Will Deliver Packages Straight Into Your Living Room Amazon.com Inc. is going to start delivering packages not just to doorsteps, but inside homes as well. Read more...
25 Oct Four Trucking Legends Credit a Passion to Be the Best ORLANDO, Fla. — The secret to success in the trucking industry isn’t really much of a secret after all, according to four industry “legends.” Read more...