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Five good things in trucking: Driver makes his violin sing, healthier eating on the road

Fleet Owner

There’s freight to haul as temps fall, meaning the holidays are almost here. Hard work on the highways and at fleet facilities continues. This week, we take time out to highlight a dietary program for drivers, one who plays a mean fiddle, and much more.

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Survey shows truck driver shortage no longer top concern

Commercial Carrier Journal

Fuel prices unseat the driver shortage as the No. 1 issue in the trucking industry, according to ATRI's annual Top Industry Issues report. The list also had a newcomer: speed limiters.

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Trailer orders on the rise as OEMs prepare for a ‘rapid’ 2023

Fleet Owner

The two leading research firms that track commercial vehicle orders and markets differ on how much trailer equipment was ordered in September. But both agree it is on the rise as trailer builders brace for a busy 2023.

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Amazon Buys Stake in Hawaiian Airlines to Boost Cargo Capacity

Supply Chain Brain

The plan was disclosed as Amazon’s cargo airline grows at the slowest pace since the start of the pandemic — a sign that the e-commerce giant is adjusting to slackening demand.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Gallery: Historic Haines collection is heavy on Macks

Fleet Owner

John B. Haines IV, founder of Mack Trucks customer H&K Group, invited FleetOwner editors to peruse his impressive collection of vintage trucks.

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A primer on trucking issues from an industry heavyweight

Fleet Owner

As fleet owners and other stakeholders convene in San Diego for ATA’s Management Conference & Exhibition this weekend, Truckload Carriers Association’s David Heller checked in with policy and regulatory discussion points sure to be conversation there.

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Watch: The Post-Pandemic World of Grocery Logistics

Supply Chain Brain

Post-pandemic, grocery logistics will never be the same. Sean Coakley, chief commercial officer with Capstone Logistics, discusses the changes that COVID-19 brought, and how logistics providers are responding.

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Nikola founder convicted of fraud

Fleet Owner

The electric vehicle company's former CEO had been charged with lying to shareholders about the capabilities of Nikola's electric trucks.

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Toyota Warns of Falling Short of Output Goal on Chip Shortages

Supply Chain Brain

The world’s biggest auto manufacturer said it will produce 800,000 units in November and suspend operations at several of its plants in Japan due to the impact of supply constraints.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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ATA tonnage index rises 0.5%

Fleet Owner

The trucking federation’s lead economist cites the September measure as a sign of strong contract freight vs. a weaker spot market, which has been headed down this summer and fall after experiencing a surge last year and earlier this year.

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Whirlpool Cuts Production to Counter Falling Appliance Sales

Supply Chain Brain

Whirlpool is slashing production of its refrigerators, dish washers and other home appliances by more than a third to shrink inventories.

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10 fuel-saving tips for the holidays

Fleet Owner

Holidays mean hauling freight and burning fuel. NACFE has 10 tips to get your trucks running above 10 mpg.

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Direct Sourcing: Where Is It Now and Where Is It Going?

Supply Chain Brain

Presenting he case for an integrated procurement strategy that supports greater transparency and service.

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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Used Class 8 sales, prices both down in September

Fleet Owner

Data for pre-owned or leased equipment continues downward trajectory after reaching record highs last year into early 2022.

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China’s Delayed Growth Figures Released

Supply Chain Brain

China released a set of economic figures which had been postponed from the previous week, one day after Xi named party loyalist Li Qiang as the new second-in-command.

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6 ways to squeeze efficiency and productivity out of your equipment

Fleet Owner

Now is the time to evaluate your fleet's operations to see where you can squeeze a little more efficiency and productivity out of your company as equipment prices rise. Here are six ways fleets can better optimize their operations.

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Packfleet steers away from gig economy

Logistics Business Magazine

All-electric delivery company Packfleet says it is revolutionising seasonal driver standards this Christmas by offering sector-topping benefits during the notoriously busy period. At a time that is plagued with horror stories from drivers working for well-known courier companies, Packfleet is paying all its drivers above the London living wage, and provides private healthcare and pensions.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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ZF details ADS-based trailer telematics solution

Fleet Owner

ZF's TrailerCast monitors data from an intelligent anti-lock braking system and other integrated trailer products and sensors to alert fleets of critical issues.

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Watch: For Retailers, Excellence in Last-Mile Delivery Is a Must

Supply Chain Brain

Paul Greifenberger, President Americas with FarEye, explains why retailers must prioritize the optimization of last-mile delivery, to meet modern-day customer expectations.