CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessFMCSA meeting with ELD makers Friday to discuss tech specsFMCSA says the meeting is intended for representatives of ELD vendors to present questions and discuss issues related to the transition from automatic onboard recording devices (AOBRDs) to ELDs, to discuss the data transfer process and related technical questions and moreSeptember 2, 2019BusinessStay Metrics creates new reporting tool for driver survey dataJoining its survey products in one platform, Stay Ahead, lets carriers make the most of their data, the company says.August 29, 2019ProductsYokohama’s regional drive tireYokohama’s 715R open shoulder regional drive tire is SmartWay-verified for low rolling resistance and available in a 11R22.5, with three more sizes – 295/75R22.5, 285/75R24.5 and 11R24.5 – set to arrive in early 2020. Longer wear is facilitated by a deep 26/32-inch tread pattern and an advanced tread design featuring strategically placed tie bars that […]August 29, 2019BusinessFirms issue usual cargo theft warnings around Labor Day weekendTruckers can protect their trucks and cargo by avoiding leaving equipment unattended in high-theft metropolitan areas and by using secured lots with high-visibility lighting, secure fences and staffed security services, CargoNet says.August 28, 2019BusinessATA, inspectors request extension of hours of service comment periodCiting complexity of the hours regs and the need for strong data and comments, ATA and CVSA have asked for an extension of the current 45-day comment period of hours regs.August 28, 2019ProductsPhillips’ improved electrical, air assembliesPhillips has redesigned its Premium 3-In-1 and 4-In-1 Electrical and Air Combination Assemblies with QCP Trailer Side Connections to help reduce fatigue and strain on the plug and 7-way electrical cable that can be experienced on some trailer applications where the electrical connection is higher than the air connections. The trailer side lead on the […]August 27, 2019BusinessSelf-driving truck upstart CEO charged with stealing trade secretsIn light of Anthony Levandowski latest legal entanglement, Pronto says it is elevating Chief Safety Officer Robbie Miller to the role of CEO.August 27, 2019BusinessCummins adds to X15 engine line for MY 2020Cummins for the coming model year will expand its X15 portfolio with a new X15 Efficiency Series engine and new X15 Productivity Series rating to further optimize fuel economy and power. The 2020 X15 Efficiency Series engine, Cummins said, delivers up to 5% better fuel economy than the prior X15 Efficiency Series, and will feature […]August 27, 2019BusinessDrivers push for 30-minute break flexibility in first hours of service listening sessionThough the subject of split sleeper berth provisions was a common talking point among those who commented, it was another split that drew more attention — the ability for drivers to divide their required 30-minute break into multiple, shorter breaks.August 27, 2019BusinessHeartland Express set to acquire Millis TransferMichael Gerdin, chairman, president and CEO of Heartland, said his company will fund the approximately $150 million purchase price and pay off the assumed debt with existing cash.August 27, 2019Previous PagePage 78 of 2862Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyHow fleets can protect themselves from cyber criminalsThe National Motor Freight Traffic Association is at the forefront of the fight against cybercrime in trucking and helping fleets increase their cybersecurity to ensure they don’t become victims of cyber criminals.BusinessKnight-Swift backs rail mega mergerCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
