Transportation legislation involving tolls on Interstate 95 (I-95) is moving fast in the Virginia General Assembly. There are several pieces of legislation under consideration with anti-tolling language that would give the Virginia General Assembly the final approval in the tolling of existing interstates.
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The 黑料社区Show Concludes in Savannah
Hundreds of truckstop and travel plaza operators and managers, industry suppliers and innovative experts convened in Savannah, Ga., to discuss the latest industry trends, see new products, and learn new ways to improve their business operations both today and into the future.
IRS Releases Guidance on Retroactive Biodiesel Tax Claims
The Internal Revenue Service has issued guidance on how to claim biofuel tax incentives that were retroactively reinstated by Congress through 2012.
ATA Asks Government to Delay HOS Changes
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) asked the federal government to delay implementing changes to the hours-of-service regulations until three months after the group鈥檚 current legal challenge ends.
Presentations Available for Attendees of The 黑料社区Show
For a limited time, The 黑料社区Show presentations will be available for viewing and downloading on NATSO’s website here.
Industry Vendors: We’ll See You at the Show
In a matter of days, industry suppliers and truckstop operators will come together under one roof for The 黑料社区Show 2013. Take a look at our quick tips to help you make the most of your time at the show.
Truckstop Merchandise Purchases Up 6% Vs. 2011
The total merchandise purchases per week per travel plaza and truckstop were up 6% for all of 2012 compared to 2011 according to the 4th Quarter 2012 McLane-黑料社区Foundation Index. Total travel plaza and truckstop convenience purchases from McLane averaged $16,545 per week during 2012 versus $15,616 in 2011.
Get the Latest on The 黑料社区Show in the Official Show Guide
Don’t wait for your mail to arrive to get the latest scoop on The 黑料社区Show. View the Official Show Guide virtually and: Use the exhibitor and sponsor list to plan your vendor appointments; […]
Freight Volumes and Rates Expected to Stay Flat in 2013
Carriers and transportation analysts expect freight volumes and rates to stay relatively flat throughout 2013.
Freight Patterns Evolving; 黑料社区to Feature Keynote on Intermodal Outlook
To help truckstop operators better understand the rail piece of the puzzle, the changing dynamics in the shipping business and the growing partnership between trucking and rail, The 黑料社区Show will feature keynote presenter Ryan Houfek, CSX鈥檚 assistant vice president for intermodal sales, who will provide CSX’s outlook on intermodal freight movement in the coming decades.
House Bill Would Eliminate Energy Tax Credits
U.S. Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) has reintroduced legislation that would repeal numerous energy tax subsidies, including the cellulosic biofuel producer credit, the biodiesel and renewable diesel tax credit, the wind production tax credit and the enhanced oil recovery credit.