John Baxter (CCJ)BusinessIn Focus: BrakesThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration likely will finalize its rule establishing a shorter stopping distance by this fall,…May 31, 2007BusinessIn Focus: TiresAfter fuel, tires are a fleet’s largest nonpersonnel expense. Unlike fuel, tires come in many different varieties and prices, which al…May 10, 2007BusinessIn Focus: EnginesCat C13 As engine makers transition to lower emissions, they are adopting varying approaches on horsepower and displa…April 5, 2007BusinessIn Focus: TransmissionsEaton says demand for its automated UltraShift transmissions, such as the LST, is increasing. Some in the industry ma…February 28, 2007BusinessIn Focus: Anti-idling systemsCutaway of an Espar coolant heater. Airflow into the burner and exhaust flow-out are shown at the bottom, while the coolant flows are sh…February 15, 2007BusinessCongressmen, engine makers, advocates address biodieselAt the National Biodiesel Board’s 2007 Conference and Expo in San Antonio, a bipartisan group of four congressmen announced their strong agre…February 9, 2007BusinessIn Focus: BatteriesA battery’s primary duty is to start the truck, but this task isn’t as simple as many would think. With diesel engines, cranking RPM …February 2, 2007BusinessTruck makers showcase aero researchThe Truck Manufacturers Association and Freightliner, International, Mack and Volvo this week showcased the fruit of two years of aerodynamics…November 15, 2006BusinessShell’s Rotella CJ-4 reduces engine wear, company saysShell Rotella CJ-4 diesel engine oil “gives 50 percent less wear,” according to Dan Arcy, the company’s business-to-business technical mark…August 25, 2006BusinessIn Focus: SuspensionsAs with almost any part of a truck, picking the right suspension system is critical in minimizing maintenance costs and providing seco…July 1, 2006Previous PagePage 5 of 10Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurity'Don't trust, always verify' is the expert advice when carriers onboard new productsIn enterprise operations, the experts tell trucking companies to implement a zero-trust architecture. The same goes when they bring new products into their environement.RegulationsHow DOT's non-citizen CDL crackdown could affect driver recruitingEmissionsEPA won't delay 2027 NOx rule, but plans 'major changes'WorkforceNo retirement plans on deck for aging drivers, but job satisfaction highWorkforceShow me the money: Drivers report falling pay, shrinking miles and pay disputes with carriers
