Aurora’s new partnership with Nvidia and Continental could be a game-changer for autonomous trucking. Plus: Broker transparency may hurt small brokers; RBX blames faulty Paccar engines for bankruptcy, Forward Air explores sale amid financial struggles, and more.
Nikola Corp is investigating a fire that affected its battery electric trucks at its Phoenix headquarters. The incident follows major layoffs and strategic shifts.
Sanjay Singh, owner of Royal Bengal Logistics, faces charges for running a $100 million Ponzi scheme. Singh allegedly deceived investors about the profitability of his company.
Kodiak Robotics and Loadsmith are partnering to deploy 800 self-driving trucks, creating an autonomous freight network with delivery set for late 2025.
The cost of operating a truck soared by 21.3% in 2022, reaching a record $2.251 per mile, largely driven by increasing fuel prices and driver wages, says ATRI report.
Shortages of electrical components and permitting issues are causing significant delays in building charging facilities for the US electric truck industry, highlighting an urgent need for infrastructure to support EV adoption.
Triple-digit temperatures and soaring heat index levels have led to Excessive Heat Warnings across Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Over 29 million people are urged to take precautions against heat-related illnesses, while the power grid braces for record demand.
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