CCJ Staff (CCJ)ProductsSnap-on’s lighted roll cabSnap-on’s PowerTop integrated-lighting system is designed to brighten up dark work conditions and can be incorporated into any of the company’s 60-, 68- or 84-inch Epiq stainless-steel roll cabs. The LED light is protected inside an aluminum extrusion with a clear polycarbonate lens for added visibility and durability. It illuminates with the push of a […]February 26, 2020ProductsSnap-on’s upgraded pliersSnap-on’s P-Series “A” Revision Cutting Pliers now feature an additional staked screw design to help relieve foreign object damage concerns. The pliers are built to stay sharp through 200,000 cycles and have an internal torsion spring engineered to return the pliers to the open position and keep them grip-friendly, and because the plier joints are […]February 26, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 26: Top 250 carrier lays off nearly 60 drivers as part of cut backsIllinois-based Black Horse Carriers closed a terminal in Wisconsin, laying of 68 employees, including 61 truck drivers. An Alabama trucking school owner pleaded guilty to bribery charges. A trucker was busted by Border Patrol agents for having more than $18 million worth of drugs in a load of broccoli.February 26, 2020BusinessCIE Manufacturing reveals Revere chassis at TMCCIE Manufacturing showcased its new Revere intermodal trailer chassis this week at ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting in Atlanta. CIE Executive Vice President Trevor Ash says Revere is the intermodal industry’s first chassis with a 10-year warranty on non-wear parts featuring components from PPG, Bendix, TSE Brakes, JOST, Phillips Connect Technologies, Hutchens, […]February 25, 2020ProductsHot Shot’s Secret’s spray lubricantHot Shot’s Secret’s Never Rust Lubricant is a multipurpose 100% synthetic spray lubricant formulated to protect metal parts from rust and corrosion. It is suited for metal nuts and bolts, cables and chains, metal tools, truck parts, door hinges and locks and is engineered to be effective in extreme temperatures with an operating temperature range […]February 25, 2020ProductsNew Pig’s water-absorbent mat padsNew Pig’s Pig Water Absorbent Mat Pads are designed to instantly soak up small pools and puddles of water caused by spills to help prevent equipment and structure damage as well as slip and fall injuries. Each high-capacity mat pad is treated to wick nearly one quart of water on contact. A tough, spunbond top […]February 25, 2020ProductsIMI’s Aluminum wheel cleaning systemIMI’s Aluminator System is designed to maintain aluminum wheels and extend their life by removing grease, concrete, asphalt, brake dust and corrosion while cleaning the entire surface rather than just one side, helping users to identify hidden damage that can lead to on-road safety hazards. The system is engineered to clean without cutting or removing […]February 25, 2020BusinessWalmart’s court-ordered $55 million payout to drivers a sobering reminder for fleets: Check your employee manualsWalmart's court-ordered $55 million payout to truck drivers reminds fleets to check their driver manuals to protect themselves from major payouts. Details here.February 25, 2020BusinessAIRman introduces automated landing gear toolAIRman showcased its newest solution to the trucking industry Tuesday at ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting with the introduction of its Automated Landing Gear Deployment and Retraction Technology. Developed to reduce the physical burden drivers face in handling landing gear multiple times per day, AIRman Vice President of Sales Jim Babbitt says […]February 25, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 25: UPS seeks waiver for CLP-holders to pull doubles; new Meritor expedited drivetrain orderingUPS is asking FMCSA to allow its commercial learner’s permit-holding driver trainees to pull doubles with a trainer in the truck. Meritor is offering an expedited ordering process for drivetrain components.February 25, 2020Previous PagePage 55 of 2863Next PageTop StoriesHomeMost heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxedTrucks that qualify for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA, tariffs will only apply to the value of the non-U.S. content.RegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failureBusiness'Shocking' Montgomery Transport closure 'like losing family'BusinessThe cost of fleet compliance failuresBusinessCargo theft costs trucking $18 million per day, most loads never recovered
