CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessTruck orders dipped in November, build backlog remains at recordFTR says that this dip was expected and that the backlog remains at a record volume and few build slots remain for 2019. More information here.December 6, 2018BusinessVolvo adds another new efficiency spec for VNL, VNR for tanker and bulk applicationsThe Payload Plus packages provide a way to remove up to 540 lb. from Volvo VNR regional-haul models and more than 335 lb. from Volvo VNL long-haul models.December 6, 2018Business97 members of U.S. House ask for inquiry into carrier giant XPO’s workplace practicesSeveral members of the U.S. House have officially called for an investigation into treatment of employees by XPO Logistics. Get more details here on CCJ.December 6, 2018ProductsColdtainer’s portable containersColdtainer’s portable containers are made to be used for temperature control in any transportation application for shipping perishable goods. Details on CCJ.December 6, 2018BusinessJ.B. Hunt takes delivery of new Fuso eCanter all-electricFive Mitsubishi Fuso eCanters will be added to J.B. Hunt’s Final Mile Services division and used for home delivery in parts of California and Texas. Learn more.December 5, 2018BusinessFMCSA looking for crashes to review as part of CSA crash accountability programThe FMCSA reiterated that it is fielding requests from fleets to review crashes that weren’t the fault of the truck driver. Learn more right here on CCJ.December 5, 2018ProductsUtility’s 3000R reefer has new standard floorThese aluminum duct floor planks have 30 percent more upper-wear thickness than Utility’s prior 16K standard floor. Details here on CCJ.December 4, 2018ProductsBridgestone’s all-position Bandag retreadThis retread has an optimized tread design that discourages stone retention and is available in widths of 190, 200, 210, 220, 230 and 240 mm.December 4, 2018Businessproject 44 acquires GateHouse Logistics to offer global shipping visibilityproject44 acquired GateHouse Logistics, in northern Denmark, to create the largest visibility platform across North America and Europe.December 4, 2018BusinessATRI names new Research Advisory Committee membersThe American Transportation Research Institute recently announced the brand new members of its Research Advisory Committee. More on Commercial Carrier Journal.December 4, 2018Previous PagePage 131 of 2863Next PageTop StoriesBusinessUSA Truck going back up for saleUSA Truck didn't match new owner's asset-light business model.BusinessMidwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA CooperHomeMost heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxedRegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failureBusiness'Shocking' Montgomery Transport closure 'like losing family'
