Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessDTNA recognizes Masters of QualityDaimler Trucks North America has recognized 33 North American manufacturers from the United States and Mexico as recipients of DTNA’s Masters of Quality Supplier Award for 2011. The selected suppliers provide top quality components for Freightliner and Western Star truck brands. The 25-year program recognizes suppliers that meet or exceed DTNA’s stringent quality standards and […]August 20, 2012BusinessU.S. Army gets help with condition-based maintenance program from NoregonNoregon Systems announced that it has received a contract from QinetiQ North America to support the delivery of a Condition-Based Maintenance plus (CBM+) pilot system supporting the U.S. Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC) based in Warren, Mich. “We are honored to be able to team with QNA on this program,” said Bill Van […]August 20, 2012BusinessCatfish BluesSpend enough time on America’s highways and sooner or later you’ll see a U-Haul trailer with a couple of healthy-looking catfish plastered on the side announcing, “Belzoni, Mississippi – The Catfish Capitol of the World!” U-Haul does a great job with this mobile-marketing campaign. The various cities and attractions they highlight instantly catch the eye, […]August 17, 2012BusinessNew Bridgestone app helps truckers connectBridgestone Commercial Solutions, a division of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, recently launched a multi-platform mobile app for its Bridgestone Everywhere Network (b.e.n.). By selecting their location or entering a new location, truckers can find service, products or emergency help, complete with pinpoint maps offering directions to the most suitable dealers or truckstops. “Bridgestone Everywhere Network […]August 16, 2012BusinessThermo King launches Precedent temperature control trailer platformClass 8 truck manufacturers aren’t the only diesel engine producers affected by government exhaust emissions regulations. Diesel-powered refrigerated trailer temperature-control systems are classified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as nonhighway units subject to Tier IV regulations that become law next year. For Thermo King, the pending regulations – as well as existing California Air […]August 9, 2012BusinessCarrier Transicold unveils Virtual Tech appAs part of its new APX control system, Carrier Transicold introduced Virtual Tech, which it says is a comprehensive diagnostic application that monitors trailer refrigeration unit operation continually to help avert potential system problems. “The Virtual Tech application is like having a ride-along service technician watching the unit’s performance,” said Mark Fragnito, Carrier Transicold product […]August 8, 2012BusinessEPA files final Navistar ruleThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has filed a final rule that will determine whether Navistar will be allowed to continue to pay fines to sell diesel engines that do not meet 2010 diesel exhaust emissions standards. EPA filed its final rule for review with the Office of Management and Budget but did not disclose details. […]August 7, 2012BusinessMack announces driver-oriented cab enhancementsMack Trucks on Tuesday, Aug. 7, unveiled a suite of driver-focused enhancements for its Pinnacle highway models designed to improve comfort and productivity. The new interior enhancements include: • An optional center storage console, located between the seats in Pinnacle Day Cab models, that provides nearly one cubic foot of convenient space for large-item storage. […]August 7, 2012BusinessF/X chooses Ryder On-Site Fleet Maintenance solutionRyder System announced that it has been selected by truckload carrier Freight Exchange of North America to provide onsite maintenance and trailer leasing. The Ryder On-Site Fleet Maintenance solution brings Ryder’s maintenance technology and expertise right to a customer’s location. Ryder On-Site is made to provide customers the advantages of Ryder’s professionally managed vehicle maintenance […]August 6, 2012BusinessOver the cliffSo, here in Alabama, where the CCJ World Headquarters is located (We’re in Tuscaloosa: We have a football team here you might have heard of) it became illegal this week to drive down the road while texting a message on your phone. And in a (somewhat) related story, also this week, a college kid in […]August 6, 2012Previous PagePage 105 of 151Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyThe trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.BusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
