CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessFMCSA shuts down trucker involved in fatal crash while under the influenceFMCSA says Gregory Alan Barnhart was driving on State Route 534 in Milton Township, Ohio, on Sept. 28 when his truck crossed the center line into oncoming traffic and hit a cargo van, killing its driver and a passenger. He was cited for driving under the influence.November 1, 2019BusinessPrime, Werner, UPS among 9 fleets in pilot program for under-21 driversThe FMCSA's pilot program allows 18-20-year-olds with the military equivalent to a CDL to drive across state lines. More details on CCJ.October 31, 2019BusinessFull coverage: Truck OEs and suppliers show off new equipment and features at NACVLive from the North America Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta: Updates from all major truck manufacturers and more show news.October 30, 2019ProductsPrestolite Electric’s medium-duty starter motorPrestolite Electric’s Leece-Neville PowerPro Extreme 5 12V Starter Motors are available for Detroit Diesel DD5 5.1L and DD8 7.7L 6- to 10-liter engine models and are designed to provide dependable performance and durability for medium-duty vehicles. The 21.5-pound 5kW starter features a planetary gear reduction design for higher torque and speed and less power consumption […]October 30, 2019BusinessTruck-Lite adds volumetric cargo sensing to Road ReadyTruck-Lite Co. says it is adding a volumetric cargo system to its Road Ready trailer telematics suite. Read more on this at Commercial Carrier Journal.October 30, 2019ProductsWeather Guard’s van rackWeather Guard’s All-Purpose Steel Van Rack and GlideSafe Load Assist System is made for storing and transporting materials and tools such as ladders, pipes and lumber to jobsites. The rack includes multiple hook-and-loop tiedown straps, a ladder stop and a ladder guide, and it also comes with airfoil to reduce road and wind noise and […]October 30, 2019BusinessLearn how to leverage — and monetize — your fleet’s data at CCJ Solutions SummitThe data your fleet generates can be a valuable asset, but only if you know how to leverage it to your advantage. At next month’s CCJ Solutions Summit, learn from experts on how to make money off the data your fleet is already generating.October 30, 2019BusinessFleet Advantage expands leasing program to trailersFleet Advantage's trailer lease program provides business intelligence and flexible finance programs, giving its customers a lower cost of ownership. More here.October 29, 2019BusinessPS Logistics shares strategies for showing commitment to driversStay Metrics shared a case study on PS Logistics (PSL) that shows their commitment to their truck drivers that allows them to excel in the trucking industry.October 29, 2019ProductsGo Power’s solar charging systemFor commercial liftgates and pallet jacks, the new solar only Go Power DCS is designed to eliminate dead batteries on straight trucks and trailers. More on CCJ.October 28, 2019Previous PagePage 68 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
