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Truckers are prepared for new traffic patterns
The Virginia Department of Transportation is encouraging truckers driving through Northern Virginia to prepare for the major traffic changes on the Capital Beltway due to the opening of the 495...
View ArticleNatural gas drillers target US truck, bus market
If the trash truck or bus rolling down your street seems a little quieter these days, you’re not imagining things. It’s probably running on natural gas. Surging gas production has led the drilling...
View ArticleHackers steal money from trucking company
State police are investigating the theft of more than $8,000 from a trucking business that was stolen through a virus contained in an email. State police Trooper Stefani Plume, public information...
View ArticleFord to offer diesel in new full-size Transit van
Ford was to announce today that it will offer a diesel engine in the new Transit commercial van when it goes on sale in the U.S. late next year. A 3.2-liter turbo-diesel will be offered for those who...
View ArticleHDA Truck Pride Expands Master Warehouse Program
HDA Truck Pride has expanded its Master Warehouse to a new, larger facility in the metropolitan St Louis area. The expansion supports HDA Truck Prides Strategic Plan to ensure availability of all...
View ArticleUS Gasoline Prices Dip to Lowest Level in Year
Retail gasoline prices have fallen to the lowest level in a year as refineries restored production and stockpiles rose to an eight-month high, blunting criticism of President Barack Obama’s energy...
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Doctors, trucking companies favor new health-testing regulation
A new federal regulation requiring certified medical examiners to give physical examinations for commercial driver’s licenses is favored by trucking companies, but not so popular with drivers. Every...
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Avis acquires Zipcar for $500 million
The 49% premium over the closing price represents a total transaction value of approximately $500 million. The purchase is subject to approval by Zipcar shareholders and other customary closing...
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Auto industry still powering U.S. economy
In automotive lore, GM President Charles Erwin Wilson famously said: “What’s good for General Motors is good for the country.” While that’s not exactly what he said 60 years ago, there’s no denying the...
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Swift Transportation soars on strong 4Q earnings
Swift Transportation Co.’s shares soared Thursday after the truckload delivery company’s fourth-quarter performance exceeded market expectations. The company reported after the market closed Wednesday...
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