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Alternative Fuels and the Future of Internal Combustion Engines
The second part of the upcoming zero emission HDT editorial series will explore efficient engines and alternative fuels such as renewable diesel, renewable natural gas, even hydrogen.... Read more
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Trucks-as-a-Service Model to Help Drive EV Adoption by Fleets
The Trucks-as-a-Service (TaaS) subscription-based model aims to make it easier and faster for fleets to convert to electric trucks.... Read more
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Walmart Announces Sustainability Initiatives
Walmart announced June 1 it will take steps to reduce the amount of plastic and cardboard it puts in the waste stream from online orders and reduce vehicle emissions from delivery of packages.... Read more
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GM, Stellantis Fined for Missing Fuel Efficiency Targets
General Motors Co. and Stellantis NV paid a combined $363 million in civil penalties for failing to meet U.S. fuel efficiency standards, according to filings with federal regulators.... Read more
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Trucking Fleet IMC Names Joel Henry Its First CEO
Joel Henry is set to become the first CEO of marine drayage firm IMC Cos., the company announced May 30.... Read more
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Diesel price hike to boost alt fuel adoption a 'non-starter'
Generous incentives have long been used to motivate fleets to adopt alternative fuels and powertrains to reduce emissions. But...... Read more
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Tesla, Battery Partner Get $1.8 Billion From Biden’s IRA
Elon Musk is getting more firepower for his electric vehicle price war thanks to President Joe Biden’s signature climate legislation.... Read more
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Employers Added a Strong 339,000 Jobs in May
WASHINGTON — The nation’s employers stepped up their hiring in May, adding a robust 339,000 jobs, well above expectations and evidence of strength in the economy.... Read more
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ATA pens letter to Senate leadership opposing Biden's DOL pick
ATA cites Julie Su's role in California's AB 5 among the reason it opposes her nomination to lead the Department of Labor.... Read more
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Mack's MD Electric now eligible for HVIP voucher in California
The new Mack MD Electric, unveiled in March, is eligible for an $85,000 HVIP voucher in California. Also: Hino and Fuso to merge...... Read more
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Custom driver apps: build, buy or rent?
Each fleet has unique specifications for custom apps that will give their drivers a personalized driving experience, yet many...... Read more
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FMCSA, DOT Agencies Talk Automatic Emergency Braking
As Department of Transportation leaders discussed roadway safety Thursday, a key topic was mandating automated emergency braking systems — mostly related to passenger vehicles but also possibly to commercial vehicles.... Read more
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Supreme Court Rules Against Truck Drivers Who Walked Off Job
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled June 1 against striking Teamsters drivers who walked off the job with their trucks full of wet concrete in a 2017 Washington state case.... Read more
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UPS-Teamsters Talks to Resume June 5
Negotiations were set to resume June 5 between UPS and members of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which represents an estimated 360,000 UPS drivers and other workers.... Read more
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NLRB Counsel to Seek Legal Action Over Noncompete Clauses
National Labor Relations Board General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo pledged to pursue legal action against “ employers who require nonsupervisory employees to sign noncompete agreements.... Read more
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