Matt Cole (CCJ)Matt Cole is the News Editor for CCJ and Overdrive. Reach him at [email protected].BusinessFMCSA expands Irma regional emergency declaration to six more statesDrivers in these states will not be subject to HOS regulations, as long as they are hauling emergency relief supplies to areas affected by the storm.September 12, 2017BusinessDiesel continue to climb following major hurricanesHurricane Harvey and Irma have caused major destruction in the areas they've passed through. This has had a direct impact on diesel fuel prices. Details on CCJ.September 11, 2017BusinessFront axle weight issue prompts recall of certain 2017-18 Western Star 4900 trucksDaimler Trucks is recalling a few dozen Western Star 4900 trucks in which the weight of the front axle could exceed the spring capacity. Learn more about this.September 11, 2017BusinessIrma closes major highways in FloridaSeveral major highways and bridges in Florida have been forced to close due to Hurricane Irma's expected path of travel. Details on Commercial Carrier Journal.September 11, 2017BusinessFMCSA declares regional emergency ahead of Irma landfall, suspends certian regsTransportation Secretary Elaine Chao issued the declaration for Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Click here for details.September 8, 2017BusinessConstruction group seeks hours exemptions for asphalt haulersA group that is representing asphalt haulers and producers are asking for drivers to be exempt from two particular hours of service rules. Get details on CCJ!September 7, 2017BusinessHours regs suspended in Oregon, Washington for wildfire relief haulersI-84 is closed in Oregon in both directions between milemarker 17 in Troutdale and milemarker 62 at Hood River, according to the Oregon DOT.September 6, 2017BusinessFuel prices soar as result of HarveyDiesel prices increased by an average of 15.3 cents during the week to an average of $2.758 per gallon, according to the Department of Energy’s weekly report.September 6, 2017BusinessPublic meeting regarding changes to CSA system set for FridayThe FMCSA will discuss the National Academies of Sciences’ recommendations regarding possible revision of the CSA program for trucking fleets. More here on CCJ!September 5, 2017BusinessCargo theft likely to increase over Labor Day weekendTo combat theft over Labor Day weekend, SensiGuard recommends truckers & trucking companies confirm with receivers their hours of operation. Read details here.August 30, 2017Previous PagePage 43 of 100Next 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.
