New jobless claims fall to 521K, lowest since January
Yahoo! News
The number of newly laid-off workers filing first-time claims for jobless benefits fell to the lowest level since early January, as layoffs ease a bit amid a fledgling economic recovery. The fourth drop in new claims in five weeks is a sign the labor market is slowly healing. But employers are reluctant to hire new workers and the unemployment rate is expected to keep climbing well into next year. More

Daimler sees "good signal" for NAFTA truck market
Fleet Owner
With five large fleet orders for trucks in the last two months, Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) believes its market may have "achieved the bottom," according to Andreas Renschler, the head of DTNA's parent, Daimler Trucks. More

Truckload demand, pricing growing
The Journal of Commerce
Truckload demand is improving across parts of the United States, helping turn around a decline in pricing and raise prospects for higher rates in coming months, an investment analyst said in a recent report. More

U.S. electric truck market grows as Navistar and Balqon launch new freight vehicles
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Commercial vehicle manufacturer Navistar has moved into the all electric truck market with the unveiling last week of their new greener lorry designed for urban, light duty applications. The news came the day after they revealed Mr. A. J. Cederoth was appointed their new Chief Financial Officer. More

CEO shakes up Chrysler leadership
The Boston Globe
With sales down sharply, Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne shook up his executive team yesterday, replacing two brand managers and splitting Dodge into car and truck units.More

Fleet buyers warm to alternative auto technology
CNET News
If you want to find out about the cutting edge in green automotive technology, talk to fleet managers. Although they may have a reputation for stodginess, operators of corporate and municipal fleets are pushing the limits of alternative fuels in both passenger cars and trucks. These projects are driven both by environmental programs and fuel savings. More