CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessFederal investigators looking into California truck-bus crash that killed 13NTSB sent a “Go Team” to the crash site Sunday afternoon, and in a Tuesday afternoon update, investigators said the tread depth on the steer tires of the bus were below minimum. Based on tire conditions, NTSB added, the bus was out-of-compliance with Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance inspection standards.October 26, 2016BusinessNominations sought for Driver of the Year awardsCarriers can nominate their top drivers for the annual awards here. The annual contest is hosted by the Truckload Carriers Association, Overdrive and Truckers News. The winners will receive $25,000 each.October 26, 2016ProductsOptronics’ LED headlampsOptronics’ LED headlamps feature advanced retroflective LED technology engineered to emit a wider, brighter beam for increased visibility and safety, with an LED conspicuity array designed to enhance the lamp’s style and appearance. The headlamps come in three formats that cover a range of vehicle makes and models: The HLL93HLB series fits a seven-inch round […]October 25, 2016ProductsStemco’s rear trailer fairingStemco’s TrailerTail Covered is a rear trailer fairing designed to increase driver usage and fuel efficiency. The fairing features side panels that cover the lockrod handles on most trailer styles, requiring operators to deploy the fairing before opening or closing the trailer’s rear doors and expediting the learning curve for inexperienced drivers. The fairing is […]October 25, 2016ProductsJacobs’ engine brake for Cummins’ X15Cummins, Inc.Jacobs’ optimized engine brake for the 15-liter 2017 Cummins X15 engine is designed to capitalize on the optimization of the VGT and braking cam to deliver 10 percent additional braking power at engine speeds under 1,700 rpm. At a typical engine speed of 1,500 rpm, the unit is built to provide 450 hp of braking […]October 25, 2016Business2017-2018 America’s Road Team finalists announcedThe 33 finalists now move on to the final round in the selection process, which will be held Jan. 8-12 in Arlington, Va.October 25, 2016BusinessDupre Logistics implements FourKites load tracking platformDupré Logistics announced it has implemented FourKites’ real-time load tracking platform to increase supply chain visibility. The company began using the platform three months ago. “We can share FourKites’ location data and ETA with both our shipping and receiving customers, so while we’re preventing calls and emails to our customer service team, our account team can actually […]October 25, 2016BusinessFMCSA issues safety advisory for Samsung Galaxy Note7 phonesThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is following in the FAA’s footsteps, which banned the phones from flights on Oct. 14. FMCSA has told truckers to turn off the phones and do not plug them in while in their vehicles.October 21, 2016ProductsHannay’s rewind reelsHannay’s 7500 Series manual and power rewind reels are designed to handle 1- to 1½-inch I.D. hoses for fuel dispensing, bulk transfer, suction and discharge operations. The heavy-duty reel is designed to handle longer-length hose pressures from 600 to 1,000 psi and is available with a gear-driven crank rewind or a chain-and-sprocket drive powered by […]October 21, 2016BusinessDOT gives S.C. $1M for road repairs after Hurricane MatthewDamage to transportation infrastructure is already widespread in 13 counties in South Carolina, says the DOT.October 21, 2016Previous PagePage 269 of 2863Next PageTop StoriesBusinessCargo theft costs trucking $18 million per day, most loads never recoveredNearly three-quarters of all stolen cargo is never recovered, and many thefts go unreported.TrucksTrump delays heavy truck tariff one month, adds medium-duty taxTrucksTest driving Volvo's all new VNLMergers & AcquisitionsTrimac acquires Service Transport CompanyFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
