CCJ Staff (CCJ)ProductsBridgestone’s Firestone drive tireBridgestone’s Firestone FD692 Drive Tire features more biting edges than its predecessor and carries a Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake certification for added performance in wet and winter conditions. The durable tire is engineered with a high-rigidity tread pattern to help control movement of the tread blocks for even wear and reduced rolling resistance. The company’s proprietary […]May 20, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, May 20: More trucking groups join legal battle against Calif. contractor lawA group of trucking organizations have joined the California Trucking Association’s lawsuit against California’s A.B. 5 contractor law. Lytx received a waiver allowing its driver assistance system to be mounted lower on windshields than is allowed by regulations.May 20, 2020ProductsCarrier Transicold’s multi-temp TRUCarrier Transicold’s Vector 8611MT multi-temperature trailer refrigeration unit (TRU) is designed for trailers split lengthwise with a center dividing wall, creating two refrigerated compartments without requiring a remote evaporator. The unit incorporates dual evaporators and fans into a single unit for two-zone cooling, with side-by-side compartments for perishable and frozen goods. It uses the company’s […]May 19, 2020ProductsHeilind’s SSI pressure sensorsHeilind now offers SSI’s MediaSensor P51 Series Pressure Sensor Family that offers stainless-steel construction and a laser-welded design. Engineered for accuracy over an operating temperature range from -40 to 105 degrees Celsius, the compact robust sensors measure pressures from 3 to 75,000 psi and are built for immunity to EMI and other noise sources that […]May 19, 2020ProductsPrestolite Electric’s brushless alternatorsPrestolite Electric’s Leece-Neville IdlePro Extreme 24V 275-amp Brushless Alternators are engineered for high efficiency and output at low engine speeds in a lighter-weight and lower-maintenance package to meet and maintain vehicle system voltage requirements for improved battery life. The 39-pound alternators feature the company’s Isolated Ground technology that protects the engine from electrolytic damage and […]May 19, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, May 19: Cargo theft rings expected to be ‘extremely active’ over Memorial DayCargo theft recording firm SensiGuard is warning trucking companies and drivers of “extremely active” cargo theft rings during Memorial Day weekend. SelecTrucks is expanding its lease program with Daimler Financial. Daimler has launched its new online parts shop.May 19, 2020ProductsMinimizer’s floor mats for medium-duty KenworthsMinimizer’s Tested & Tortured custom-molded floor mats for Kenworth’s medium-duty trucks are available in eight kits that fit the truck maker’s T270, T300, T370, T600, T800 and W900 models. The floor mats use a tray system that helps make cleaning easier by preventing liquids, spills and other materials from escaping the mat. The product is […]May 19, 2020ProductsMotorola’s two-way radioMotorola’s TLK 150 Mobile Two-Way Radio is compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations for driver distraction, with one-button push-to-talk hands-free accessories and no distracting screens. Safety features such as location tracking and emergency calling and alerts help drivers remain safe with nationwide cellular network coverage and crisp, clear audio. Powered by Wave, a […]May 18, 2020BusinessCarrier conglomerate Comcar filing for bankruptcy, will maintain operations pending sale of subsidiariesComcar Industries, the parent company of four trucking companies and a truck repair shop, announced Sunday, May 17, it is selling the five companies and filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.May 18, 2020BusinessCCJ Daily Dispatch, May 18: FMCSA denies split sleeper request for DOD haulerFMCSA denied a waiver request from PTS Worldwide that would have allowed its team drivers to split sleeper berth time into 6/4, 5/5 and 4/6 hours. The agency granted a waiver from the 14-hour rule to a fireworks hauler.May 18, 2020Previous PagePage 41 of 2865Next PageTop StoriesMergers & AcquisitionsKoch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisitionThe acquisition doubles Koch’s total nationwide square footage.Mergers & Acquisitions'Welcome home': USA Truck acquired by former, current leadership teamMergers & AcquisitionsDart Transit acquired by private equity firmRegulationsVenture Transport adds team drivers to dedicated businessRegulationsUSPS to remove unvetted non-domiciled drivers from trucking fleet
