CCJ Staff (CCJ)ProductsAmphenol Sine Systems’ heavy-duty connectorsAmphenol Sine Systems’ DuraMate AHDP Heavy-Duty Connectors for panel-mount or in-line heavy-duty applications feature a lightweight thermoplastic housing and are built to provide an impact-resistant mating. The circular plastic connectors feature a bayonet locking system to help withstand high vibration, two backshell systems for strain relief and additional wire seal protection and IP67- and IP69K-rated […]February 24, 2020BusinessJ.W. Speaker’s LED stop/tail light with backup cameraJ.W. Speaker’s Model 272 CHMSL LED Stop/Tail Light with a built-in backup camera is available as a combined warning light and a Center High-Mount Stop Light (CHMSL). The 7-by-2-inch light is positioned higher than side brake lights and directly in the driver’s line of sight. The camera is adjustable to allow for various mounting heights […]February 24, 2020BusinessSnap-on’s updated eTechnician toolSnap-on released an update to its NEXIQ eTechnician product Sunday at ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting in Atlanta. The company says its NEXIQ eTechnician 2.0 is an enhancement to its 2015 solution designed for large fleets using OEM diagnostic tools in their shops. Updated features include proprietary OEM engine and transmission information, […]February 24, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 24: Hours regs suspended in Alabama; Michigan announces spring weight restrictionsFlooding in Alabama prompted Gov. Kay Ivey to issue an emergency declaration suspending hours of service regs for drivers providing emergency relief to affected areas. Michigan DOT announced its spring weight restrictions, which began Monday morning.February 24, 2020BusinessCommentary: Don’t count out diesel just yetDiesel technology continues to improve. Even as new alternative energy technologies arise, diesel trucks will be on the road for years to come. Details here.February 24, 2020BusinessCCJ Symposium to tackle fleet cybersecurity, controlling insurance costs, leveraging data and moreThe event will be held at the Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa in Birmingham. Early registration is available through April 1. Among topics discussed at this year’s event are how to cap insurance costs, best practices in driver employment screening, cybersecurity, using data to drive productivity and more.February 22, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 21: Connecticut governor hits brakes on trucks-only toll planConnecticut Gov. Ned Lamont in a press conference Wednesday announced he’s going to back off on pushing for trucks-only tolls in the state, at least for now, while state lawmakers continue to put off voting on the issue.February 21, 2020ProductsContinental’s heavy regional tiresContinental’s 19.5-inch Conti HSR+ heavy steer and Conti HDR+ heavy drive regional tires are suited for Class 4 trucks in on-/off-road applications such as utility where traction and high on-road mileage are needed. The durable tires use a cap/base tread compound designed to enhance cut-and-chip performance and have a retreadable casing. The HSR+ is available […]February 20, 2020ProductsPhillips’ smart trailer noseboxPhillips has enhanced its QBox trailer wire management nosebox system to now include its Permalogic feature designed to manage power to the trailer dome lamps at the 7-way connection. With Permalogic, the possibility of leaving the lamps on is eliminated by either manually switching the dome lamps on and off on the QBox, stepping on […]February 20, 2020BusinessCarrier bankruptcies: Industry in distress or closures that catch headlines?Many carriers in 2018 reaped the benefits of strong rates and tight capacity, but 2019 closed on a much different note and the return to normal over in that time has been difficult for some fleets, leading to high-profile closures, layoffs and leaner profits.February 20, 2020Previous PagePage 56 of 2863Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failureFMCSA is withholding $40,685,225 in Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program funding from California.Business'Shocking' Montgomery Transport closure 'like losing family'BusinessThe cost of fleet compliance failuresBusinessCargo theft costs trucking $18 million per day, most loads never recoveredTrucksTrump delays heavy truck tariff one month, adds medium-duty tax
