Trucks
Business
Technology
Workforce
Products
Perspectives
CCJ Top 250
Alternative power
Alternative power
Meritor begins production of 14Xe electric powertrain
The e-powertrain is is designed to provide efficiency, performance, weight savings and enhanced space utilization. Also: CFI employees raise $39k for charity; New KW dealership opens near Toronto; EV infrastructure firm gets $7.5M boost.
December 9, 2021
Alternative power
The noise around truck weight
Having taken that diesel system weight out, there are a variety of estimates for what goes back in for a BEV based on many sources, often in disagreement.
December 7, 2021
Home
Western States Trucking Association: Owners need to engage on zero-emissions targets out West
Minus considerable uptick in engagement, the new generation of regulators within CARB are unlikely to veer too far from its current path, one that includes the likelihood of Zero-Emissions Vehicles' mandated phase-in beginning in 2030 and to 100% by 2042.
November 10, 2021
Alternative power
Climate inaction is not an option for the trucking industry
When Rakesh Aneja, head of eMobility at Daimler Trucks, said at ACT Expo earlier this year that “inaction is not an option,” I tend to agree.
November 4, 2021
Battery electric
Commercial EV provision in Build Back Better offers 30% tax credit
Buyers stand to gain a 30% federal tax credit on the purchase price of commercial EVs ranging from work trucks to Class 8 tractors. And unlike a tax incentive for consumer EVs, qualifying commercial EVs do not have to be union made.
November 4, 2021
Don’t Miss Out
Get the business tips, industry insights and trending news every trucking professional needs to know in the CCJ newsletter.
Email
Sign Up
Regulations
Congress again temporarily extends highway funding
The House and Senate approved a stopgap extension for highway funding through Dec. 3. Also: Daimler and Volvo selected to participate in DOE's SuperTruck 3 program; Maverick driver named PFJ Road Warrior; certain Trail King trailers recalled.
November 2, 2021
Alternative power
The heavy-haul case for electric trucks
Intermodal work is one of the strongest business cases for electric since it's low-mileage and consistently near a terminal. But over 100 feet long and 140,000 pounds? Can't say I saw that coming.
October 31, 2021
Technology
What the opponents of standards don't understand
Run on Less - Electric highlighted for me that we don’t even have agreement on where the plug goes on the truck, much less all the other interfaces critical to designing charging stations.
October 28, 2021
Alternative power
Fleets servicing Volvo's truck plant going electric to support truckmaker in its climate pledge
Watsontown Trucking Company and Camrett Logistics placed orders for their first Volvo VNR Electric trucks.
October 24, 2021
Alternative power
Highway funding, infrastructure challenges await as EVs become more popular
An already struggling Highway Trust Fund will face more shortfalls without some kind of use-tax on electric cars and trucks. As the U.S. moves toward more electric vehicles, the country will have to address its current electricity infrastructure.
October 14, 2021
Alternative power
Cummins set to debut 15-liter natural gas engine
Currently, Cummins Westport's ISX12 G and ISX12N are the largest displacement natural gas engines available, kicking out up to 400 hp and 1450 lb-ft of torque. The segment is otherwise comprised of 6- and 9-liter models.
October 14, 2021
Battery electric
Chip shortage not expected to impact ambitious commercial EV goals but government might
During an online presentation dubbed the Big Leap, Volvo Trucks pushed for companies and policy makers to help pave the way for zero-emission trucks while an industry insider advised to keep a watchful eye on government intervention.
October 12, 2021
Workforce
Texas goes on the offensive, bans vaccine mandate | Transition Trucking military vet award finalists named
Three military veteran rookie truck drivers from Stevens Transport, Prime Inc., and Knight Transportation are finalists for the award. Also: Navistar to deliver five medium-duty electric trucks to Penske; Tennessee's top driver named.
October 12, 2021
Alternative power
Tesla's Musk 'hopeful' Semi production starts in 2023
Citing supply chain challenges, Elon Musk said even if Semi was ready for production "we would not be able to make it."
October 8, 2021
Maintenance
New Mack maintenance program prioritizes uptime, cost of ownership
Mack's new Mack Premium Service Agreement is available to Anthem, Pinnacle, Granite, TerraPro and LR owners. Also: First battery-electric Peterbilt 579EVs purchased in Canada; fleet receives first production Peterbilt Model 536 medium-duty truck.
September 17, 2021
Alternative power
How fleets can adapt to inevitable proliferation of electric, alt-fuel trucks
With electrification of the U.S. commercial vehicle market imminent, the total cost of ownership of electric trucks is falling. There are also other opportunities available to fleets to help reduce the initial cost of purchasing electric trucks.
September 16, 2021
Battery electric
Knight-Swift to test electric Kenworth at SoCal ports
The nation's fourth-largest fleet placed an order for a battery-electric Kenworth T680E. Also: FMCSA tasks Medical Review Board with addressing CPAP recall for drivers; DAT adds Loadsure cargo insurance to load board; medium-duty Macks recalled.
September 14, 2021
Home
TMC introduces EV tech training task force to write RP
TMC has started development of a recommended practice for electric vehicle technician training that hopes to include guidance regarding battery service, testing, charging, shipping and handling, tool requirements and more.
September 13, 2021
Page 1 of 15
Next Page
Top Stories
Alternative power
The noise around truck weight
Having taken that diesel system weight out, there are a variety of estimates for what goes back in for a BEV based on many sources, often in disagreement.
Economic trends
November truck orders hit 26-year low
Business
Knight-Swift spends $150M to grow its LTL network
Business
Tell your story first: Using driver data to lower insurance costs
Sponsor Content
4 Steps to improve fleet uptime and save technician time
Shifting the driver paradigm: Winning with equipment, technology and culture
Join us in person on Nov. 30 - Dec. 2 at the beautiful Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Ariz., as top fleet leaders from across the country gather to strategize on how to recruit and retain the best drivers in the industry.
White Papers
2022 Fleet Technology Trends Report
This report shows that fleets leverage technology to combat the driver shortage, decrease fuel costs, address safety concerns, and improve customer service. Download your copy now to learn more.
