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Lawsuit seeks to roll back Indiana’s truck toll hikes

The OOIDA is suing Indiana and many state officials for the 35% increase in toll prices on I-80 & I-90 that took effect in October 2018. Learn more here on CCJ.

January 15, 2019

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Fleets using ‘smart trailers’ to protect cargo, components and profits

For more than 20 years, fleets have been using telematics to stay connected with driver and trucks. Now, attention has turned to the trailer.

January 14, 2019

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Preventable or Not

Preventable or not? Driver collides with quick-entering sports car

Check out this scenario of a trucker hitting a Mustang. Get details on the situation and share your thoughts on whether this accident was preventable or not.

January 14, 2019

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Truckers racking up tolls in Rhode Island despite industry’s legal challenge

Rhode Island's trucks-only tolling, which only charges Class 8 and larger vehicles, has pulled in more revenue so far than initially projected. Details here.

January 14, 2019

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Freightliner’s updated Cascadia named ‘Best Transportation Tech’ from CES

The 2020 Freightliner Cascadia was recently identified as the Consumer Electronics Show's "Best Transportation Technology" by Engadget. Get more details here.

January 14, 2019

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Trucking conditions rebound, but expected to weaken later this year

Trucking conditions for trucking companies improved in the month of November, according to FTR's Trucking Conditions Index report. Get more details here on CCJ.

January 11, 2019

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House DOT bill continues ELD waiver for livestockers, but fate uncertain

The House passed a bill that would fund the U.S. DOT for the 2019 fiscal year and extend the ELD mandate exemption for livestock haulers. Get more details here.

January 11, 2019

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FMCSA’s No. 2 leaving agency for another branch of DOT

Cathy Gautreaux's departure hasn't been formally announced by FMCSA, and no reason has been given for her departure. More information here on CCJ.

January 11, 2019

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FTR: Freight demand fundamentals stable to start 2019

Despite rising concern in recent weeks about the U.S. economy’s footing, FTR says the fundamentals for freight demand in 2019 remain mostly positive.

January 10, 2019

Virginia governor pushes for I-81 tolling plan

The proposal would establish limits on toll rates and give automobile and small truck drivers the option to purchase an annual pass for I-81. More here.

January 10, 2019

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ATRI releases updated list of state, local idling regs

The list links to each of the 65 state and local regulations the group identified and a cab card with a consolidated listing of the regulations. More on CCJ.

January 10, 2019

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Isuzu sets sales record for fourth straight year

Isuzu dealers sold 23,914 Isuzu trucks to customers in 2018 — a U.S. record for Isuzu-brand trucks and Isuzu parts sales increased 5.9 percent versus 2017.

January 10, 2019

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Kenworth, Toyota announce fuel cell technology partnership

Both Kenworth and Toyota plan to design and build 10 new zero-emission fuel cell electric T680s to promote the use of fuel cell electric tractors. More here.

January 9, 2019

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Custom Kenworth T680 to be auctioned to benefit Truckers Against Trafficking

Proceeds from the sale of the truck, which has a $162,000 retail value, will go directly to Truckers Against Trafficking. More information here on CCJ.

January 9, 2019

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ZF sensors add hearing, in-cab vision capabilities

At the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show, ZF shares their new Interior Observation System (IOS) and the Sound.AI to the sensor capabilities. Details here.

January 9, 2019

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Trucking keeps the economy trucking

Trucking is vital to the economy, whether you’re holding a steering wheel, a package scanner or an assembly tool. See how Mississippi stacks up here on CCJ.

January 9, 2019

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Continental demos robo-taxi, robotic delivery concept for urban centers at CES

Continental’s solution employs Anybotic’s quadruped robots that can navigate over and around obstacles on sidewalks, walk up front porch steps and more.

January 9, 2019

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J.B. Hunt Transport acquires home delivery firm for $100M

J.B. Hunt's acquisition of Cory 1st Choice Home Delivery will enhance its Final Mile offerings in the $13 billion large format home delivery market.

January 9, 2019

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With the addition of FirstFleet, Werner is expected to grow its Dedicated revenues by approximately 50% and become North America's fifth-largest Dedicated carrier by power units. The transaction also increases Werner’s share in more resilient categories such as grocery and baked goods.

Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M

The acquisition reshapes Werner’s portfolio, shifting the weight of its Truckload Transportation Services (TTS) toward long-term, stable contractual business.

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Pilot Travel Centers set to deploy Tesla Semi chargers spanning 5 states

Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. announced today that it will implement a Pacific Northwest Compliance Surcharge to help offset the rising regulatory and compliance costs associated with operating in Washington and Oregon.

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Electronic Toll

Court halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providers

Abilene will continue operating through Tuesday, January 27, the company said, maintaining its commitment to safe, reliable, and professional service as resources transition to Swift.

Abilene Motor Express folding into Swift Transportation

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