CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, June 25: FMCSA advisory committee to review impacts of aging driver workforce, hemp legalizationFMCSA’s Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee will meet in mid-July to discuss the impacts on trucking of an aging driver workforce and the legalization of hemp. Cargo theft recording firm SensiGuard is warning carriers of increased theft activity in the Memphis, Tennessee, area.June 25, 2020BusinessFMCSA’s Mullen says agency looking into carriers’ claims of broker transparency violationsThe carriers' claims filed with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration state that brokers have violated federal laws around rates transparency.June 24, 2020BusinessKenworth offering extended remote diagnostics subscription to more customersKenworth TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics is now offering an extended subscription option for customers who forego an extended engine warranty plan. A south Florida HHG moving company was fined over $1.2M for deceptive practices. Three Calif. Love’s now offer electric charging stations.June 24, 2020BusinessCommentary: What maintenance expenses tell you about truck healthBy tracking maintenance and repair costs for particular assets, fleets can make more informed decisions about truck trade-in and purchases. Learn more on CCJ.June 23, 2020BusinessNot just drivers: Dispatchers and other fleet employees can file wage claims, tooMost discussions in the industry regarding wage and hour lawsuits revolve around drivers. But salaried workers like dispatchers may also have legal backing to make claims.June 23, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, June 23: CLP holders can continue driving without direct supervision, FMCSA saysFMCSA is extending a waiver from the requirement that commercial learner’s permit holders be accompanied by a CDL holder in the front seat of the truck. PIlot is now accepting nominations for its annual Road Warrior contest that recognizes truckers.June 23, 2020ProductsTE Connectivity’s two-position sealed connectorsTE Connectivity’s SuperSeal Pro Two-Position Sealed Connectors for inline applications are lightweight and suitable for a variety of wire-to-wire and wire-to-device commercial vehicle applications such as sensors, lights, gauges, actuators, switches, solenoids and various wiring scenarios on the chassis. The pro connectors are designed to offer 17A-current-carrying capacity and vibration resistance, improved terminal retention and […]June 23, 2020ProductsRand McNally’s latest ClearDryve headphone/headset devicesRand McNally’s latest ClearDryve headphone and headset devices for professional drivers are wireless stereo headphones that convert into mono headsets by removing one earcup for added flexibility. The three latest models are ClearDryve 220, a two-in-one wireless headphones/headset with a pliable boom microphone and plush over-the-ear cups for an acoustic seal; ClearDryve 210, a two-in-one […]June 22, 2020ProductsSnap-on’s trim pad tool setSnap-on’s ASGP102BG 2-piece Instinct Non-Marring Trim Pad Tool Set is designed to be strong enough to remove a vehicle’s interior clips and fasteners while gentle enough to reduce damage. The tools are crafted with durable nickel-chrome finished blades and ergonomic handles, and the vinyl sleeve on the 90-degree portion allows for added leverage without marring […]June 22, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, June 22: Volvo Trucks deploys first VNR Electric truckVolvo Trucks announced last week it has deployed its first pilot electric VNR truck in Southern California as part of the Volvo Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions (LIGHTS) project. Landstar is giving away a 2020 Freightliner Cascadia to an owner-operator. Hyliion announced a merger with Tortoise Acquisition Corp.June 22, 2020Previous PagePage 33 of 2863Next PageTop StoriesBusinessThe cost of fleet compliance failuresCompliance failures are threatening fleet survival. Industry experts reveal the critical gaps costing carriers millions.BusinessCargo theft costs trucking $18 million per day, most loads never recoveredTrucksTrump delays heavy truck tariff one month, adds medium-duty taxTrucksTest driving Volvo's all new VNLMergers & AcquisitionsTrimac acquires Service Transport Company
