2012 February

Estes opens new terminal in Del Rio, Texas

Estes Express Lines announced the opening of a new terminal in Del Rio, Texas, to support a consistent upward trend in business levels in the region. Located at 594 Industrial Blvd., the three-door terminal employs three drivers and will serve the Del Rio and Eagle ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

Port of Oakland names Banker deputy executive director

The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners appointed Jean Banker as deputy executive director at a recent port board meeting. Banker, a port employee who was promoted from within the organization, is responsible for assisting the executive director in planning, developing, organizing and directing port activities “Jean ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

NASSTRAC Annual Conference & Logistics Expo set for April in Orlando

NASSTRAC announced its annual logistics conference and expo is slated for April 29-May 2 at the Buena Vista Palace in Orlando, Fla. The event is tailored for transportation, logistics and supply chain management professionals who want to learn and network with leading experts in the ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

Green Energy Oilfield Services taking delivery of 60 Peterbilt 388 LNGs

Rush Enterprises announced that representatives from its Rush Truck Centers in Austin and Waco, Texas, participated in a review of the first of 60 Peterbilt Model 388 LNG (liquefied natural gas) trucks that will be delivered to Green Energy Oilfield Services, a portfolio company of ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

J.J. Keller offers new DQ Platinum Service

With continued focus on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability initiative, J.J. Keller & Associates Inc. has launched a comprehensive outsource service for identifying and correcting driver-based deficiencies. J.J. Keller says its new DQ Platinum service demonstrates a company’s commitment to proactive ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

Mahle Clevite adds 60 new part numbers

Mahle Clevite Inc. recently announced the introduction of more than 60 new part numbers for various types of bearings, cylinder components, filters, gaskets, piston rings and turbochargers. The part numbers are available for a range of light vehicle and heavy-duty applications. “The addition of these new ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

Sylectus debuts new Web-Based dashboard

Sylectus, a strategic business unit of Qualcomm Enterprise Services, announced the availability of SylectDash, a new Web-based dashboard solution designed to allow real-time access to mission-critical information to improve fleet management. Sylectus says that by leveraging this “anytime, anywhere” toolset, customers can access fleet information ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

Vehicle Inspection Systems launches online store

Vehicle Inspection Systems announced its new VIS On-line Store featuring VIS supplies and spare parts to help the VIS-Polish and VIS-Check operate at peak performance. The site also is designed to help customers find equipment and accessories to help businesses build customer loyalty and profits. To ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

Sloan partners with new rep agency

Sloan Transportation Products announced that it has partnered with Illinois-based Transportation Support Service Inc. to market the company’s line of products to the heavy-duty aftermarket in Illinois, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota,and Minnesota. “This partnership with Transportation Support Service is an exciting step for us,” says ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 13, 2012

FMCSA to proceed with EOBR, HOS supporting docs rulemaking

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Friday, Feb. 10, announced its intent to move forward with its rulemaking regarding electronic onboard recorders and hours-of-service supporting documents by preparing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking. FMCSA also announced via the Federal Register several steps to augment ...

By CCJ Staff Published February 12, 2012