CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessCommentary: In a tough rates market, fleets can still boost their bottom line — here’s howIn challenging times, motor carriers that do not understand their costs will focus on pricing and miss important factors. See CCJ for the winning formula.July 29, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, July 29: Nominate military vet rookie truckers for award by FridayThe nomination period for the “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” program that recognizes America’s top military veteran rookie truck driver is open through Friday, July 31. Penske has added a remote check-in option to its Penske Driver app. A Kentucky man was indicted for illegally hauling hazmat.July 29, 2020ProductsDana’s Spicer limited-slip differentialDana’s Spicer Trac-Lok Limited-Slip Differentials (LSD) for medium-duty applications are built to deliver improved vehicle handling within a lightweight and compact design for maximum traction, durability and performance while placing less stress on the axle shafts, promoting longer part life and controlling tire wear. By limiting wheel-slip rather than fully locking, Spicer Trac-Lok acts as […]July 28, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, July 28: Trade groups petition Senators to leave insurance hike off highway billMore than 60 trucking-related trade groups sent a letter to the Senate transportation committee in opposition to a liability insurance hike for carriers. Mack has started initial production of its new MD Series medium-duty models. Illinois police are warning of a cargo theft ring near Chicago.July 28, 2020ProductsDouble Coin, CMA add new sizes to drive, all-position tiresDouble Coin and CMA added new tire sizes for their RLB452 Open-Shoulder Drive-Position Tire and RR202 Five-Rib All-Position Highway-Service Tire. The fuel-efficient RLB452 features a four-belt package and an open shoulder designed to allow debris to escape from between the tread lugs. It offers more biting edges across the tread surface to help enhance grip […]July 26, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, July 24: FMCSA shuts down driver after fatal crash, subsequent failed drug testAn Ohio-based truck driver that caused an accident that killed four children has been effectively shut down by FMCSA. Drivewyze’s weigh station bypass service has been expanded in Alberta, Canada. Nikola broke ground on its new 1-million-square-foot facility in Arizona.July 24, 2020BusinessTrailer orders rebound in JuneAs freight volumes continue to improve, more fleets will be confident to place orders for delivery this year.July 24, 2020BusinessCommentary: The continuing evolution of cruise controlCruise control has been quietly evolving and changing over the years to not only maintain speed but provide better fuel consumption and more safety features.July 23, 2020ProductsWabash National’s latest refrigerated trailerWabash National’s Molded Structural Composite (MSC) Refrigerated Trailer features the company’s proprietary MSC technology that allows a customer to either downsize the batteries required to haul cargo or increase the run time on a battery setup to provide enhanced thermal performance, maximized payload capacity, corrosion resistance and a high standard floor rating for added durability […]July 23, 2020BusinessTesla picks Texas for Semi productionElectric automaker Tesla announced Wednesday that is has tapped the Lone Star State for its Cybertruck Gigafactory, where it will build the company’s long-awaited Semi, along with other vehicles. PS Logistics has acquired Diamond State Trucking.July 23, 2020Previous PagePage 26 of 2861Next 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.
