CCJ Staff (CCJ)ProductsBridgestone’s tandem-axle long-haul/regional tireBridgestone’s M713 Ecopia tire is suited for tandem-axle applications in long-haul and regional service, with a casing designed to pair with a Bandag FuelTech retread to help extend tire life. The M713 Ecopia features an IntelliShape sidewall that helps reduce weight to minimize rolling resistance, and it leverages the company’s proprietary Fuel Saver Sidewall compound […]February 12, 2020ProductsYokohama’s expanded tire lineupYokohama introduced three new truck tires and new sizes for two other tires. • The 504C, which replaces the MY507, is an aggressive all-position radial designed with a sturdy undertread for improved retreadability and longer overall casing life to handle both on- and off-highway applications. It will be available in May in sizes 11R22.5 (H) […]February 12, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 12: Daseke names new CEO; TFI looks to raise $200M with U.S. IPODaseke has named Chris Easter its permanent CEO. Easter has served as interim CEO since August. The Canada-based TFI International has been approved to begin trading on the NYSE.February 12, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 11: Hydrogen-electric truck maker Nikola launches electric pickupNikola's electric pickup truck, the Badger, features an estimated range of up to 600 miles, delivers 980 ft.-lbs. of torque and more. Details here on CCJ.February 10, 2020BusinessCommentary: Six steps to improving fleet safetyAn integral part of fleet management is nurturing a culture of safety for your fleet. Discover the fundamental steps for fleet safety here on CCJ.February 9, 2020BusinessCarriers seize on conditions for cheap capacity as trucking acquisitions ramp upFor the past 18 months, larger trucking companies have been acquiring smaller fleets due to the market conditions in the trucking industry. Details on CCJ.February 7, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 10: Cargo theft volume increased, average loss value dropped in 2019According to SensiGuard, there were 703 cargo thefts recorded in 2019 with an average loss value of $118,396, representing a 17% uptick in volume and a 22% decrease in value when compared to 2018. The FreightWeb brokerage has launched a ‘partial truckload’ service connecting shippers with carriers that can haul between six and 20 pallets.February 7, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 7: EFS, Fleet One fuel cards back online after outageEFS and Fleet One fuel cards are back online after an outage earlier this week. Border Patrol agents busted two truck drivers attempting to smuggle illegal immigrants into the U.S., and another driver for attempting to smuggle drugs across the border.February 7, 2020ProductsMagnum’s radar-compliant moose bumpersMagnum’s latest Four Post Moose Bumpers for the Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, Peterbilt Model 579 and Volvo VNL are built to be radar-compliant with the OEMs’ collision avoidance systems. The bumpers are made of 6061-T6 aluminum for increased strength and improved protection around the headlight and fender area in the event of an off-center impact. […]February 6, 2020BusinessDaily dispatch, Feb. 6: Diesel prices fall to lowest mark in over two yearsDuring the week ending Feb. 3, the U.S.’ average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel was $2.956, the lowest since the week ending Dec. 25, 2017.February 6, 2020Previous PagePage 58 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
