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Transportation Activity Declined in October and November, Fed Says
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The overall economy increased at a modest pace in most regions of the country from late October to November, but transportation was softer, the Federal Reserve reported.
Senate, House Pass Final 5-Year Highway Bill
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The U.S. House and Senate easily passed a five-year, $305 billion highway reauthorization bill on Dec. 3 that would reform a safety performance scoring program for motor carriers and pave the way for employers to rely on hair testing to screen prospective truckers.
November Truck Orders Plummet From 2014 Pace
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Class 8 truck orders totaled about 16,500 units in November, a plunge of about 60% year-over-year, analysts said, citing preliminary numbers.
ALK Adds Traffic, Drive-Time Details to Mapping Platform
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ALK Technologies has expanded its Web-based ALK Maps platform with new map overlays designed to provide more insight for route planners.
Companies Added 217,000 Workers in November, ADP Says
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Companies added more workers in November than forecast, a sign the labor market continues to strengthen, a private report based on payrolls showed.
West Virginia Trucking Association members receive a 2.7% discount
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