In brief: FMCSA grants, GM U.S. investment, and rising diesel prices

The latest transportation updates reflect the current state of the freight industry in the United States. $89.4 Million in grants for the Commercial Driver’s License Program The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has opened applications for grants aimed at improving road safety through the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Program. The application period will remain […]
Jack Cooper brings nearly a century of operations to an end

The closure follows the termination of a long commercial relationship with the carrier by Ford Motor Co. and General Motors this year. Jack Cooper, the giant car transporter, has closed its doors. Harmed by the loss of key clients, the company went through several challenging months leading up to its closure. In just three months, […]
Texas sues General Motors for violating customer privacy

The Texas Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against General Motors accusing the company of unethical business practices Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against General Motors (GM), accusing the company of false, deceptive, and misleading business practices related to the illegal collection and sale of private driving data. This lawsuit affects […]