16 Jul Kenworth Launches OTA Updates for MX Engines 2017 or Newer Kenworth Truck Co. announced it launched its TruckTech+ Over-the-Air service that provides engine and aftertreatment software updates for Class 8 Kenworth trucks equipped with a 2017 or newer model year MX-13 or MX-11 engine from parent company Paccar Inc. Read more...
16 Jul FedEx to Invest $100 Million in Logistics Company in India FedEx Express Corp. on July 16 said it has entered into equity and commercial agreements with Delhivery, a logistics and supply chain services company in India, which will utilize their combined strengths to unlock India’s international trade potential. Read more...
16 Jul Gain in Retail Sales Underscores Solid, Steady Consumer Activity U.S. retail sales rose unexpectedly in June, reflecting fairly broad gains across spending categories and wrapping up a solid quarter for household demand. Read more...
16 Jul Factory Output Dips 0.1% in June on Auto Chip Shortage WASHINGTON — U.S. factory output slid last month as a shortage of computer chips disrupted auto production. Read more...
15 Jul Marten Transport Reports Record Q2 Financial Results Marten Transport on July 15 reported the highest operating revenue and income in its history for the second quarter. Read more...
15 Jul Freight Policy Bill on US Senate’s Infrastructure Agenda WASHINGTON — Policy updates and funding related to federal freight programs are being considered as part of a multitrillion dollar infrastructure bill U.S. Senate leaders plan to weigh next week. Read more...
15 Jul Schumer Sets July 21 Deadlines on Infrastructure, Budget Talks Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer set a July 21 deadline to wrap up talks on both the bipartisan infrastructure package and an agreement among all Democrats on moving forward on a budget resolution. Read more...
15 Jul Werner’s 2018 Appeal of $89.7M Jury Verdict Still Awaiting Decision An appeal of one of the largest accident verdicts in history against a motor carrier has been languishing for nearly three years in a Texas appellate court while justices who heard the arguments retired before a decision. Read more...
15 Jul US Senate Confirms Senior Transportation Nominee, Others Await Consideration A nominee for a senior policy post at the U.S. Department of Transportation was recently confirmed by the U.S. Senate while other DOT nominees await votes before the full chamber or in committee. Read more...
15 Jul Decision on Ballpark at Port of Oakland Nears Crucial Stage Whether the Oakland Athletics build a new stadium inside the Port of Oakland facility, along the waterfront at the abandoned Howard Terminal, must be voted on soon, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said. Read more...