Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessManual transmission twilight, Part 2: Do manual transmissions have a future with fleets?Automated-manual transmissions have made major marketshare gains in recent years. What does that mean for the future of manual transmissions? Part 2 in our series….September 14, 2015BusinessManual transmission twilight? After decades of dominance, they could be relegated to special status soonTime appears to be catching up to the manual transmission. Spurred by the pressure to maximize fuel economy and safety and to integrate new drivers into fleet operations quickly and seamlessly, more carriers are spec’ing new truck purchases with automated-manual gearboxes.September 10, 2015BusinessInternational to introduce industry-first Wi-Fi engine reprogrammingInternational Truck today announced it plans to offer over-the-air (OTA) reprogramming of engine control modules (ECM) for International trucks powered by its N9, N10 and N13 proprietary engines. The company has completed its initial testing in its International Truck test fleets and will finalize testing in customer fleets this fall. The official launch of two-way connected […]August 31, 2015BusinessDriver concerns drive equipment specs today, top fleet officials sayLeading fleet executives shared their insights in a wide-ranging discussion at the inaugural CCJ Market Movers conference, a new fast-paced conference at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas, Texas, on Aug. 28.August 28, 2015BusinessTrucking’s technology revolution already begun, futurists say at CV Outlook panelIt’s easy to get caught up in all the glittering new technology truck OEMs and associated component suppliers are putting out today. But according to experts presenting at CCJ publisher Randall-Reilly’s Commercial Vehicle Outlook seminar in Dallas on Aug. 26, the focus is firmly on measured steps with an consistent emphasis on both efficiency and affordability.August 26, 2015BusinessThe comforts of home: More fleets using in-cab TV to recruit, retain driversNew advances in reliable high-quality satellite TV systems are allowing more drivers to catch their favorite shows in the privacy of their sleeper cabs. Also, more progressive fleets are viewing in-cab television as a shrewd way to attract new drivers and keep good ones.August 25, 2015BusinessNote to disgruntled former trucking editors: Trucks are not killing usTrucking has made huge gains in terms of safety. And even more giant leaps are coming. To suggest otherwise is irresponsible and hypocritical, especially coming from someone who drew a nice paycheck from the trucking industry for 16 years.August 24, 2015BusinessVolvo offers a deep-dive look at its new Adaptive Loading systemLast week, on a stretch of I-84 running through the Utah-Idaho border, Volvo gave an in-depth look at the new 6×2 front lift axle to highlight the various safety, efficiency and fuel economy benefits it offers fleets that run diminishing loads or are forced to deadhead on a regular basis.August 24, 2015BusinessA fast and furious future for truckingAt the end of this month, we’ll be in Dallas ahead of the Great American Trucking Show at CV-Outlook. Usually, industry conferences cover a huge swath of issues, but this one will be different: The encompassing theme of CV-Outlook this year is simply the future. Specifically, the future of trucking.August 14, 2015BusinessNACFE releases in-depth low rolling resistance tire study and recommendationsThe North American Council for Freight Efficiency has released an in-depth report detailing acceptance and real-world use of low rolling resistance tires. The report includes Decision Making Tools to help fleets and owner-operators select the best tires for all tractor-trailer positions. These tools include a Decision Guide with high-level information on general tire details, a […]August 14, 2015Previous PagePage 4 of 151Next PageTop StoriesEmissionsCalifornia drops pursuit of Advanced Clean Fleets ruleFacing the likelihood of repeal, California has withdrawn an emissions waiver request that would have effectively mandated electric trucks in the state.TechnologySolving the truck parking crisis: Custom apps to the rescueBusinessOne week per year wasted sitting in traffic, study findsBusinessPotential port strike could disrupt key industries and freight flowFeatured Sponsor13 Step Plan To Boost Tech Efficiency from Fullbay
