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May 9, 2014
Business
Can a “flexibility” compromise ease e-log angst?
This industry is already walking a driver shortage tightrope. And nothing is going to push drivers out of it quicker than a rule that has them stopping, shutting down and sitting for 8 to 10 hours when they’re only 100 miles away from home.
May 9, 2014
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A balanced approach: Celadon uses technology to act quickly, strategically
Celadon is using a robust tool called Load Analyzer to stay true to founder’s roots of taking a very methodical, planned approach to business while quickly responding to new opportunities at hand.
May 9, 2014
Business
Rain-X’s Glass Cleaner, Rain Repellant Wipes
Rain-X 2-in-1 Glass Cleaner and Rain Repellent Wipes are formulated for strong water beading results on windshields and car glass without buffing. The wipes can be used directly on a vehicle’s glass to help remove and prevent rain, sleet, snow, ice, bugs and road spray from sticking. ITW Global Brands, www.rainx.com
May 9, 2014
Business
Black Magic’s Wheel Cleaner Wipes
Black Magic Wheel Cleaner Wipes can be used between heavy-duty cleanings to maximize shine or as a convenient all-purpose cleaner to remove dust, dirt and grime on-the-go. Each wipe uses the company’s proprietary formula that also helps maximize shine. ITW Global Brands, www.blackmagicshine.com
May 9, 2014
Business
Study: video-based safety programs could save 800 lives annually
Lytx, Inc. (formerly DriveCam Inc.), a global provider of delivering driver safety and compliance systems, announced that a new study of heavy truck and bus collisions conducted by The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) found that its video-based driver safety program has the potential to dramatically save lives and reduce injuries.
May 8, 2014
Business
Shippers, carriers push for natural gas adoption
During a panel discussion of carriers and shippers at the ACTExpo in Long Beach, Calif., shipper and carrier representatives from Owens Corning, American Honda Motor Co., Sheehy Mail Contractors and Seaboard Foods outlined their strategies for natural gas adoption. David Uncapher, transportation sourcing and operations leader for Owens Corning, says his company is making a […]
May 8, 2014
Business
Keen Transport selects Transflo scanning
Pegasus TransTech announced that Keen Transport, a national provider of heavy-haul logistics and transportation services, has chosen to go paperless with Transflo scanning. Keen Transport, based in Carlisle, Penn., operates more than 250 power units. The company’s initial motivation for implementing the Transflo Express truck stop scanning, Transflo Mobile and Transflo Now! in-cab scanning applications […]
May 8, 2014
Business
Celadon buys 500 International LoneStars in Navistar’s largest one-time sale
In what the company has said is its largest sale ever, Navistar announced it has sold 500 International LoneStar on-highway tractors to Celadon. The trucks are equipped with the Cummins ISX15 engine.
May 8, 2014
Business
Carriers serving Vancouver port sue over recent driver pay reforms
Port Metro Vancouver trucking companies have filed a lawsuit against Canadian authorities, arguing recent federal rate increases that ended a recent truckers’ strike are unconstitutional.
May 8, 2014
Business
Cummins’ VP Jeff Jones announces retirement
Cummins announced that Jeff Jones, Vice President – North American Engine Business and Marketing Communications, will retire from the company on June 30, 2014. “While we are excited for Jeff as he heads toward a well-deserved retirement, the company will miss his leadership,” said Rich Freeland, President – Engine Business, and Vice President – Cummins […]
May 8, 2014
Business
Penske adding CNG tractors to rental fleet
Penske Truck Rental announced Thursday at the Alernative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, Calif. it has added 85 compressed natural gas (CNG) Freightliner Cascadia semi-tractors equipped with Cummins Westport 12-liter engines to its commercial rental fleet in select markets. “An increasing number of customers have expressed a desire to incorporate natural gas vehicles into their fleets […]
May 8, 2014
Business
Senate begins search for highway funding; transportation bill expected Thursday
The U.S. Senate this week began debating how to fund surface transportation programs, ahead of the expected Thursday release of a multi-year federal plan. Collegial pledges of bipartisanship, however, don’t pay the bills.
May 8, 2014
Business
OEM panel outlines challenges and opportunities for alternative fuel vehicle market
At a panel discussion on global OEM strategies for natural gas vehicles at the ACT Expo in Long Beach, Calif., representatives from OEMs including General Motors, Audi, Daimler Trucks North America, Volvo Trucks and Tata Motors said awareness is key to future growth and development in the natural gas vehicle market.
May 7, 2014
Business
Caterpillar hid defects in 2007-2010 engines from buyers, lawsuits claim
Nearly 10 class-action lawsuits have been filed against Caterpillar claiming that its 2007-2010 year model ACERT C13 and C15 engines were defective — driving up costs for owners and driving down resale value — and that the company concealed the information from buyers and owners.
May 7, 2014
Business
Tightening capacity boosts rates, pushes Trucking Conditions Index higher
FTR’s monthly Trucking Conditions Index jumped in March by more than a point to a reading of 8.69 on the heels of what FTR says is an “extremely tight capacity” that spurred an increase in rates.
May 7, 2014
Business
Idle Free expands all-electric APU sales and service network
Idle Free Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of its Complete All-Electric Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) sales and service network through a partnership with Kile Truck Refrigeration. Located in Nashville, Kile Truck Refrigeration offers top-of-the-line products and services for transport refrigeration and bus air conditioning. After being named the Carrier Dealer of the […]
May 7, 2014
Business
Rush Enterprises and 3M announce natural gas agreement
3M and Rush Enterprises today announce an agreement to pursue the design, manufacture and installation of a portfolio of compressed natural gas (CNG) tanks and fuel systems for use in Class 6-8 vehicles in North America. The Agreement allows for 3M to supply tanks with proprietary technology, and for Rush Enterprises to provide enhanced fuel […]
May 7, 2014
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