CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessOmnitracs, SkyBitz to integrate tractor-trailer devicesThrough the partnership, Omnitracs and SkyBitz plan to integrate tractor-trailer devices that provide analytics and automation for fleet management. More here.October 7, 2019ProductsCitgard now available at Pilot Flying J Truck CareBoth Citgard 600 15W-40 and Citgard 700 Synthetic Blend 10W-30 lubricants are now available for purchase at all Pilot Flying J Truck Care locations.October 7, 2019BusinessWestern Express expands use of E-Smart ADASThe ADAS software/firmware manages the maximum truck speed for any posted speed limit and uses geofencing to protect drivers from high risk locations like low bridges by restricting the allowed speed as it approaches the bridge.October 6, 2019BusinessLuma recognized with Stevie Award for driver training programLuma Brighter Learning was named a finalist in the Company of the Year category for the Stevie Awards for Women in Business.October 4, 2019BusinessIndicators: Spot rates rosier in SeptemberSpot market rates in September mostly rallied from August, positive news amid an otherwise rough 2019 for spot rates and in line with typical seasonal spot market trends.October 3, 2019BusinessFleets, drivers can now register for accounts in CDL Drug/Alcohol ClearinghouseStarting Jan. 6, 2020, carriers will be required to query the database for all driver hires, as well as once a year for existing drivers.October 3, 2019BusinessDOT dismisses allegations in Congress’ ethics investigation against ChaoDOT, in response to a Congressional inquiry into ethics concerns raised against Secretary Elaine Chao, says allegations that Chao has used her position at the DOT to benefit her family’s maritime shipping company are “simply false,” chalking the accusations up in part to misunderstandings about her family and their relationship.October 2, 2019ProductsWabco’s rear blind spot detection system for trailersWabco, a supplier of braking control systems and other advanced technologies designed to improve the safety, efficiency and connectivity of commercial vehicles, last month launched TailGuard in North America. The rear blind spot detection system with active braking is designed for commercial trailers to help mitigate rearward collisions. Active braking is enabled when paired with […]October 2, 2019ProductsVMAC’s HVAC cooling systemVMAC’s HVAC Cooling System is designed to provide truck cab cooling with the engine off, reducing noisy idling, fuel consumption and operating costs while improving truck life with fewer engine operating hours and less engine wear. The system is engineered to integrate with the company’s Multifunction Power System, a 6-in-1 multipower system that includes a […]October 2, 2019ProductsMichelin announces price increase, expanded X Line Energy D availabilityMichelin North America increased prices up to 4.9% effective Dec. 1 for all North American Fleet Account customers for Michelin, BFGoodrich, Michelin Retread Technologies and Oliver brand products in the United States and Canada. The company also announced that its X Line Energy D tire, an ultra-low-rolling-resistance dual-drive line-haul tire in size 275/80R22.5, now is […]October 2, 2019Previous PagePage 71 of 2861Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyThe trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.BusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
