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Business: Page 313

Business
Good riddance SFD rule: FMCSA withdrawal underscores CSA’s lingering problems
The sudden cancellation of the SFD proposal was undoubtedly a relief to nearly every corner of the trucking industry. Too many flaws in the data. Read more here
April 14, 2017
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The Evolving Maintenance Landscape
April 14, 2017
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FMCSA holding listening session on autonomous trucks April 24
The FMCSA will hold a listening session on autonomous trucking. Have any input? The session will be held in Atlanta and is free to attend. Read more here.
April 14, 2017
Autonomous truck technology will be the focus of an upcoming listening session hosted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Business
SmartDrive analysis shows risks of distracted truck driving
Analysis of in-cab video and observation data show that distracted drivers are more likely to have a near collision, fail to stop at an intersection and speed.
April 14, 2017
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Business
Indicators: Freight volume climbs, but rates lag; contract market is ‘bluntly, ugly’
All three major truckload segments saw freight volume soar in March, but rates were slow to react. Likewise, a report from investment firm Stifel says carriers are still having a hard time securing better rates on the contract market.
April 14, 2017
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Fleet ordered to pay $17k in damages to driver in refusal to drive case
The fleet was ordered to pay $17k after OSHA found that the company had refused to pay the truck driver because they refused to work while they were sick.
April 13, 2017
Business
ELD Buyers’ Guide: How drivers, ELDs track duty status
From CCJ’s comprehensive ELD guide: While electronic logs generally automate parts of logkeeping and in some ways simplify the rest, they still require direct driver involvement in most duty status changes. Here’s what’s required of devices and where driver input will still be needed.
April 13, 2017
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Business
Tesla boss: Electric semi debut set for September
Innovative technology never ends in this day and age. Tesla announced their newest vehicle will be an electric semi truck. Read what the co-founder had to say.
April 13, 2017
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Business
High volume of used trucks brought retail prices down nearly 23 percent last year
Retail prices for sleeper tractors were down nearly 23% in 2016 when compared to 2015. Read all about the details and depreciation on Commercial Carrier Journal
April 13, 2017
Used truck prices are being driven down by an influx of aerodynamic, fleet-spec’d 3- to 5-year-old trucks returning to the market.
Business
OOIDA petitions Supreme Court to hear case against ELD mandate
The OOIDA has asked the nation’s high court to reevaluate ruling that upheld the rule to require truckers to use ELDs to track hours of service. Read more here
April 13, 2017
OOIDA has asked the Supreme Court to reevaluate a lower court ruling issued in October to uphold the U.S. DOT’s rule to require truckers to use ELDs.
Business
Navistar’s Fleet Charge program celebrating 30 years
Navistar's private label purchasing card program Fleet Charge is marking its 30th year. Read all about this on Commercial Carrier Journal.
April 13, 2017
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Business
Stoughton acquires land next to Brodhead trailer plant
With the purchase of 17 acres, Stoughton plans to increase its operation. Conveniently, this land is right across the street from one of their current plants.
April 13, 2017
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Business
Omnitracs leads $60M funding round for Peloton Technology
On Wednesday, April 11, Omnitracs announced that it lead a $60 million Series B funding round to help fuel Peloton’s growth plans
April 12, 2017
Joshua Switkes, founder and CEO of Peloton Technology, says the partnership with Omnitracs will help to expand the opportunities for inter-fleet platooning.
Business
The two ELD options: Smartphone-based platforms vs. dedicated devices
Though there are plenty of variations, two types of ELDs have emerged: Dedicated units and so-called BYOD (“bring your own device”) systems. More here in CCJ’s comprehensive ELD buyers’ guide.
April 12, 2017
J.J. Keller has acquired startup VideoProtects and will offer a video safety platform to Geotab customers in the second quarter.
Business
TCA urges Congress to forgo any increases to 80,000-pound limit
Truckload Carriers Association is urging Congress to keep the weight limit for tractor-trailers the same. Congress wants to increase the limit. Details here.
April 12, 2017
TCA wants Congress to abandon any legislation that would allow heavier trucks on U.S. roads. Despite this opposition, says TCA President and CEO John Lyboldt, “TCA is open to any and all discussions with key stakeholders in regards to improving overall transportation efficiency and productivity on our nation’s highways.”
Business
Trucking orgs back TWIC reform in the works in Congress
Congress is considering letting truckers with a Transportation Worker’s Identification Credentials to receive hazmat endorsements. Get the details here.
April 12, 2017
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Business
Volvo teases new regional truck model
The videos show reaction to Volvo's re-styled truck from people with mostly no connection to the trucking industry.
April 12, 2017
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Business
Flipping the e-log switch: CCJ’s comprehensive ELD buyers’ guide explains compliance options for carriers
Since the 2015 release of a rule requiring truckers to use ELDs to track hours of service, there’s been a rising swell of ELD development. Customers can choose from hardware and software options offered by dozens of vendors. Here, CCJ offers a comprehensive guide to compliance options.
April 11, 2017
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GP Transco upgraded its in-house TMS with two AI-powered tools to improve driver/load planning and reduce inefficiencies. Currently, 95% of load entries are automated through data robots and EDI, minimizing mismatched loads, reducing planner workload and boosting customer satisfaction. The company was named CCJ's Innovator of the Year Thursday night. Pictured are CEO Dominic Zastarskis and Amos Savickas, EVP of Operations.
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GP Transco named CCJ's Innovator of the Year
Commercial Carrier Journal has named Joliet, Illinois-based GP Transco its 2026 CCJ Innovator of the Year.
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Former Montgomery Transport trucks, trailers, other assets up for auction
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.
Business
Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M
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