CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessFMCSA’s Administrator Darling visits Miller Transporters to see carrier’s safety programThrough the program, a trooper rides along with a member of Miller’s safety department and observes traffic violations on the highway.July 19, 2016BusinessPSI announces investment in new automatic aero deviceP.S.I. made an investment in a new aerodynamic technology and entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Plasma Stream Technologies. Get details hereJuly 19, 2016ProductsIPD’s IPDSteel pistons for Cat enginesIPD’s IPDSteel pistons for Caterpillar C-Series engines (C7, C13, C15, C18, C27 and C32) are designed to meet today’s increased cylinder pressure specifications and feature precision-manufactured and -machined high-strength alloys for added durability. The friction-welding process unifies the piston crown and skirt with integral pin bosses, creating a box structure with an integrated oil cavity […]July 19, 2016BusinessU.S. Xpress adding SAF ULX40 Slider Suspension Axle Systems, P89 Air Disc Brake to new trailersU.S. Xpress is equipping 1,800 of its new Wabash National and Hyundai Translead trailers with SAF ULX40 Slider Suspension Axle Systems, complete with the SAF-Holland’s new P89 Air Disc Brake.July 18, 2016Business10 finalists named in Trucking’s Top Rookie contestThe award is named for the late Mike O’Connell was formerly the executive director of the Commercial Vehicle Training Association, and originated the idea of honoring a top rookie driver to help show new drivers they are important to and appreciated by the trucking industry.July 18, 2016BusinessTerror attack in France actualizes threat of weaponized trucksThe suspect in the late Thursday terror attack in Nice, France, weaponized a straight truck in the Bastille Day attacks, materializing a fear held by the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security.July 15, 2016BusinessAveritt pledges to hire 1,200 military vets by 2020Averitt says it currently has hundreds of employees, from drivers to executives, that have served or are serving in the military.July 15, 2016BusinessKeep CCJ in your Facebook news feedA recent change to Facebook’s news feed algorithm put an emphasis on posts from friends and family and less of an emphasis on posts from media organizations. If you want to make sure you’re seeing all of CCJ’s Facebook updates, follow these steps.July 12, 2016BusinessEaton boosts its manual transmission warrantiesCustomers who spec an Eaton RTLO (13- or 18-speed transmission), with Solo Advantage clutch and Eaton-approved lubrication will get a 7-year/750,000-mile warranty on the transmission and 5-year/500,000-mile warranty on the clutch.July 12, 2016ProductsWix’s cabin air filters with antimicrobial protectionWix Filters’ cabin air filters have been enhanced with Microban’s proprietary antimicrobial protection to inhibit the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew and help keep negative elements from entering a vehicle’s interior, keeping cabin air fresher for the filter’s lifetime. Microban’s antimicrobial technology helps to inhibit microbe growth by attaching to the cell wall and […]July 12, 2016Previous PagePage 285 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 CompanyBusinessIsuzu breaks ground on 1M square foot truck plant in South Carolina
