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Trump plan for private highway funding limited in its ability to fix U.S.’ ailing infrastructure
President Trump’s plan for bolstering infrastructure funding with private sector investments could buoy the country’s ability to repair overly worn highways.
March 8, 2017
If Trump’s call for greater private investment in U.S. infrastructure come to fruition, carriers could be doling out more money for tolls. However, private funding alone is limited in its ability to solve the country’s infrastructure funding shortage, experts argue.
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HR Resource Force partners with KeepTruckin to integrate ELD data
The partnership will help transportation companies stay compliant ahead of the ELD mandate and provide data that can feed into their back office functions.
March 8, 2017
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Demand for International LT Series up versus ProStar
The LT Series has also helped unlock the doors of several large private carrier customers. Learn about this on Commercial Carrier Journal.
March 8, 2017
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USA Truck expands logistics division into Mexico
The USA Truck division recently opened USAT Logistics de Mexico in Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico.
March 8, 2017
USAT Logistics is expanding into Mexico with the opening of USAT Logistics de Mexico in Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico.
Business
Towing big data: trailer tracking suppliers look to deliver new insights
Trailer tracking systems have added more reporting and analytical capabilities to respond to new market conditions and fleet requirements.
March 7, 2017
Spireon developed its new FL Solar device to keep a pulse on trailer activity regardless of assets being connected or disconnected from tractors.
Business
ATA, Navistar, Volvo join other trucking stakeholders asking new EPA chief to support clean diesel program
Trucking industry stakeholders issued a letter to the new administrator of the EPA asking him to continue support of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program.
March 7, 2017
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Business
Trucking lauds permanent removal of 34-hour restart restrictions
The study found that the two early morning provisions and the once-weekly limit on drivers' 34-hour restarts offer "no net benefit" for drivers, DOT's OIG said.
March 7, 2017
Trucking industry organizations such as ATA, TCA and others support the DOT’s latest findings in a study that determined the two early morning provisions and the once-weekly limit on drivers’ 34-hour restart regulations provide no benefit to the industry.
Business
Kenworth’s Truckers Against Trafficking auction truck the result of industry collaboration
Kenworth set in motion a project to build a T680 to be auctioned off by Ritchie Bros. to benefit Truckers Against Trafficking.
March 7, 2017
Kenworth’s ‘Everyday Heroes’ T680 set to be auctioned features a 76-inch sleeper, a 485-horsepower Paccar MX-13 and an Eaton-Fuller Advantage 10-speed automated manual transmission.
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Meritor intros new P600 series tridem heavy-haul planetary axle
The tridem was developed for global markets and validated in Meritor's technical center in Troy, Mich.
March 7, 2017
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Kenworth adding AWD spec to T880
The Marmon Herrington MT-22 front drive axle is available in a 6x6 or 8x8 Class 8 configuration with a capacity rating up to 22,000 pounds.
March 7, 2017
Kenworth’s T880 featuring a 40-inch sleeper.
Business
Teletrac Navman issues ELD compliance guarantee for Director product
Current Director HOS customers will receive firmware and software updates to comply with ELD mandate requirements throughout the ELD timeline and beyond.
March 7, 2017
Application view of Teletrac Navman DIRECTOR from desktop, laptop, mobile and driver’s device. (PRNewsFoto/Teletrac Navman)
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Diesel prices continue 2017 trend, remain flat
The Department of Energy reports diesel fuel prices increased by just two-tenths of a cent during the most recent week.
March 7, 2017
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Navistar losses grow as revenue slips
Revenues in the quarter slid 6 percent $1.7 billion, a decline of six percent from the first quarter last year.
March 7, 2017
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Schneider again named military-friendly employer
Schneider National always goes above and beyond for our military veterans. Check out all the ways Schneider supports the military on Commercial Carrier Journal!
March 6, 2017
Schneider has been named a military-friendly employer by Victory Media for the 11th time.
Business
Current 34-hour restart regs to stay put following issuance of long-awaited FMCSA report
Following more than two years of lingering uncertainty, the rules governing truckers’ use of a 34-hour restart are settled, following a long-awaited report.
March 6, 2017
Drivers will not be required to include two 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. period in their 34-hour restarts.
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Test driving Volvo’s highly efficient SuperTruck
Watch this video featuring Commercial Carrier Journal Equipment Editor Jason Cannon talking to Volvo engineers about the SuperTruck's many features.
March 6, 2017
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New out-of-service criteria take effect in April
Updated out-of-service criteria for commercial motor vehicles go into effect on April 1, 2017. Put together by the CVSA of law enforcement and industry.
March 6, 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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Will Werner's $245M FirstFleet buy signal new era of dedicated trucking consolidation?
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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.
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Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M
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