ATRI releases analysis of Maine truck weights The analysis found that traveling a slightly longer route with higher average speeds resulted in less fuel consumed and fewer emissions than traveling on a route with lower average speeds, numerous speed limit changes and traffic signals.
TCA creates new 'Open Deck' Division The Truckload Carriers Association will launch an "Open Deck" Division, a special subgroup that will allow member carriers who operate open haul equipment to meet with their peers to discuss problems, share ideas and seek solutions unique to their specialized area of operations.
FedEx debuts SenseAware supply chain information platform FedEx Corp. has announced SenseAware powered by FedEx, which the company describes as a next-generation first-of-its-kind information service that combines a GPS sensor device and a Web-based collaboration platform.
Spartan Motors to acquire Utilimaster for $45M Spartan Motors will acquire Utilimaster Corp. – a manufacturer of specialty vehicles made to customer specifications in the delivery and service market, including walk-in vans and hi-cube vans, as well as truck bodies – from John Hancock Life Insurance Co. for about $45 million.
Study: Freight rail fuel efficiency climbing The Federal Railroad Administration has released a study showing vast improvements in freight rail fuel efficiency during the last two decades, about 22 percent between 1990 and 2006.
DOT officials testify to Senate committee on highway funding Two senior U.S. Department of Transportation officials testified before a Senate committee regarding the reauthorization of the next surface transportation bill and the status of transportation programs given current funding levels.
Missouri, Iowa, Illinois suspend HOS rules for propane haulers The states of Missouri, Iowa and Illinois have issued emergency declarations to waive certain state and federal regulations for propane carriers who participate in emergency relief efforts.
