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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.
Cincinnati police are investigating an incident involving a semi truckload of ice cream, worth $75,000, that was found abandoned
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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Following a major roadway collapse, Pennsylvania's governor announces a swift two-week repair plan for Interstate 95, bringing relief to the trucking industry.
340,000 UPS workers could strike from August 1, disrupting US supply chains. Key issues include higher wages, more full-time positions, and improved working conditions
In an attempt to reduce costs, USPS adoption of freight brokers has led to increased highway risks and loosened mail protection, according to a Wall Street Journal investigation.
Signs point to the trucking industry nearing the end of the current freight recession, with trucking revenue still high despite reduced demand. A market turnaround, however, is yet to be seen.
Tiger Cool Express, an innovator in temperature-controlled domestic intermodal, has closed, impacting over 50 jobs. The closure follows declining demand for intermodal and low trucking rates.
The Teamsters union and Yellow Corp. are locked in a dispute over the "One Yellow" initiative. This plan, aimed at integrating Yellow's regional networks, faces resistance due to its potential impact on truck drivers' roles and job security.
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