CCJ Staff (CCJ)ProductsDel City’s face masksDel City’s KN95 Particulate Respirators are constructed from five layers of melt-blown nonwoven fabric. The disposable face masks feature two elastic ear loops and an adjustable metal nose clip for a comfortable secure fit. They come in packs of 20 and are intended for use for general nonmedical purposes such as logistics, construction and other […]July 15, 2020BusinessInternational RH now available with new regional Allison transmissionThe first International RH Series regional tractors equipped with the new Allison 3414 Regional Haul Series transmission have rolled off the assembly line, International Truck announced Tuesday. Fontaine Heavy-Haul introduced its new Magnitude 60LCC RGN trailer that hauls 60-ton loads in 13 feet.July 15, 2020BusinessNavistar takes a stake in TuSimple, companies aim for fleet-ready autonomous truck by 2024Navistar says the goal is for the companies to co-develop a Level 4 autonomous truck to enter production by 2024.July 15, 2020BusinessNearly one-third of U.S. states sign on in support of electrifying commercial vehiclesIn an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, many governors in the United States have pledged support for the deployment of electric vehicles. Details here.July 14, 2020ProductsPremier’s air chamber latchPremier’s Saf-T-Latch (part number 820ELA) coupling is engineered to be connected to the company’s air chamber. If a driver forgets to close the hitch manually, the coupling is designed to close automatically when the emergency brake is released. Premier Manufacturing, www.premier-mfg.comwww.premier-mfg.comJuly 14, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, July 14: FMCSA extends some virus HOS waivers; ATA reports trucking’s latest annual revenue statFMCSA has extended the COVID-19 emergency hours of service waiver through Aug. 14. A new ATA report reveals trucking generated $791.7 billion in revenue in 2019. Eaton is joining a call for point-of-sale incentives to spur zero-emission truck production.July 14, 2020BusinessTrucking secures as much as $12 billion in government-backed PPP loansUpwards of 100,000 trucking companies snagged Payroll Protection Program funds ranging from loans of less than $10 to some in excess of $5 million. More on CCJ.July 13, 2020BusinessMore than 160,000 Freightliner Cascadias recalled over automatic braking system issueDaimler’s recall affects approximately 164,317 model year 2017-2021 Cascadia trucks in which the single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion, causing brakes to pull to one side. Howes has launched a sweepstakes for drivers to win various prizes from purchasing Howes products.July 13, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, July 10: Covenant sells factoring business to Triumph for $132MCovenant Logistics Group announced Wednesday it has sold its factoring arm, Transport Financial Solutions (TFS), to Triumph Business Capital for approximately $132.2 million, including contingent consideration of approximately $9.9 million.July 10, 2020BusinessBrake-focused inspection spree set for late AugustCVSA will hold its annual Brake Safety Week inspection blitz on Aug. 23-29 with a focus on brake hoses and tubing. The nomination period for TCA’s Best Fleets to Drive For contest is open.July 9, 2020Previous PagePage 28 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.
