CCJ Staff (CCJ)BusinessATA trumpets persistence of shortage of qualified driversATA predicts the driver shortage stat to land at 59,500 this year, well up from ATA's 2017 estimate of a shortage of 50,700. More information here on CCJ.July 25, 2019BusinessCummins, Omnitracs collaborating on over-the-air engine programmingThe Cummins over-the-air programming solution will allow drivers to receive ECU software updates remotely, leveraging their existing Omnitracs hardware.July 24, 2019BusinessKenworth adds Alcoa black wheels to option listBoth heavy and medium-duty conventional truck models from Kenworth will now offer new Dura-Black Wheels from Alcoa. Click for more information on CCJ.July 24, 2019BusinessTonnage slipped again in June, still up year over yearTonnage in June fell 1.1 percent from May, However, for the 26th consecutive month, tonnage was up year over year. Click here for more information on CCJ.July 24, 2019BusinessAncra Cargo celebrating 50 yearsAnkra plans to celebrate by creating new products and advancing in cargo management solutions to meet customer satisfaction. Details on CCJ.July 23, 2019BusinessTruckPark integrates parking app with Utech’s ELDThe TruckPark app developed to help truck drivers find safe and secure parking is available to fleets using Utech’s ELD, GPSTab. More details on CCJ.July 23, 2019BusinessZonar checklist helps to prepare for final ELD mandateZonar's guide for fleet managers outlines how to find the best system, avoid faulty products or services, and reach full compliance by the final ELD deadline.July 22, 2019BusinessMesilla Valley partners with Rolling Strong to boost driver healthMesilla Valley has added Rolling Strong's mobile wellness app to promote driver health for its company drivers and owner-operators. Details on CCJ.July 22, 2019BusinessPeloton developing advanced, level 4 automated platooning platformPeloton's advanced level 4 automated platooning platform will use V2V technology that allows a single driver to control a pair of vehicles. More details on CCJ.July 22, 2019BusinessCaterpillar dealers form all-makes truck service network with 90-minute diagnosticsSeven CAT dealers have formed RIG360, an independent truck service centers network, to bring more truck parts and service capabilities to customers.July 19, 2019Previous PagePage 88 of 2863Next PageTop StoriesHomeMost heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxedTrucks that qualify for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA dodge more taxes. Tariffs apply to the value of the non-U.S. content.RegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failureBusiness'Shocking' Montgomery Transport closure 'like losing family'BusinessThe cost of fleet compliance failuresBusinessCargo theft costs trucking $18 million per day, most loads never recovered
