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Business: Page 63

Business
DOT Secretary Chao resigns in wake of riots at U.S. Capitol
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, who has been part of President Trump’s cabinet since his first weeks in office, will resign in wake of the riots at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday.
January 7, 2021
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Business
CCJ Daily Dispatch, Jan. 7: DOL publishes final rule to define ‘independent contractor’ within FLSA
The DOL has published its final rule to define ‘independent contractor’ within the Fair Labor Standards Act, despite the Biden administration announcing it will likely halt the rule. A large Canadian fleet was acquired by a global agriculture firm. Paccar Parts launches a line of EV chargers.
January 7, 2021
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Finance
Flexible finance programs a larger focus for fleets
The COVID-19 pandemic challenged trucking fleets to focus more on flexibility when it comes to financing equipment. Read about the benefits here on CCJ.
January 6, 2021
Financing
Preventable or Not
Flatbed driver tears fuel tank on a guard rail — Preventable or not?
After delivering a load of lumber, flatbed driver John Doe was backing down a makeshift ramp when his fuel tank scraped the side of a guard rail, tearing it open and spilling fuel.Was this crash preventable or not? Video presented by CCJ and Instructional Technologies.
January 6, 2021
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Business
CCJ Daily Dispatch, Jan. 6: Daseke CEO announces retirement
Chris Easter has retired as chief executive officer and as a member of the Board of Directors of flatbed conglomerate Daseke, Inc. XPO completed its acquisition of the majority of global freight firm Kuehne + Nagel’s contract logistics operations in the UK and Ireland.
January 6, 2021
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Business
Cost of truck repair hits record high in 2020, miles between breakdown fall
Following a dip of $3 from Q4 2019 to Q1 2020, the cost of mechanical repair has increased each quarter this year, and significantly so. Read more here on CCJ.
January 5, 2021
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Business
New tech monitors for risky behaviors, simplifies driver workflow
New IoT systems give fleet managers, drivers instant visibility of risky behaviors and problem areas. Read CCJ to see how to put these developments to use.
January 5, 2021
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Business
CCJ Daily Dispatch, Jan. 5: Pending independent contractor ruling, under-21 pilot program could be halted by Biden
The DOL’s pending independent contractor definition update, FMCSA’s proposed under-21 pilot program and more could be delayed when President-elect Biden takes office. Daimler Trucks North America was ordered by NHTSA to pay $30 million in penalties for not recalling vehicles in a timely manner.
January 5, 2021
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Business
Trucking in the driver’s seat of hotly contested election
As the end of the U.S. presidential election approaches, the USPS, along with contracted haulers, were the driving force behind more than 135 million ballots.
January 4, 2021
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CCJ Innovators
Innovators: Werner enjoying ROI from EDGE fleet management
Werner EDGE rolled out its propriety mobile fleet management program earlier this year and it has since delivered ROI in multiple areas. Details here on CCJ.
January 4, 2021
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Business
CCJ Daily Dispatch, Jan. 4: FMCSA proposes clarification to ‘yard move’ HOS guidance
FMCSA is proposing to add guidance on which types of locations are and are not considered “yards” in the hours of service regs for yard moves. Penske’s acquisition of Black Horse Carriers has been completed. Volvo issues recall of approximately 6,300 trucks.
January 4, 2021
Business
New stimulus plan includes another round of PPP money
The second round of PPP includes provisions for new loans and the ability to secure a second PPP loan for qualified small businesses.
January 1, 2021
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Business
Trucking in 2020: A look back the year’s top news, equipment and tech trends
As the curtain falls on 2020, CCJ editors compiled a look back at some of the top trucking headlines from the year.
December 30, 2020
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Preventable or Not
Motorist rear-ends trucker during yellow-light stop — Preventable or not?
Truck driver John Doe cautiously braked to stop when a traffic light turned yellow, but was hit by an unaware motorist. Could Doe have prevented this crash? Video presented via a partnership between CCJ and Instructional Technologies.
December 29, 2020
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Business
The driver shortage is back — but this time, it’s different
Commentary: The OTR truckload driver count is at an eight-year low. Traditional solutions to solving the driver shortage aren’t working. It’s time for all carriers to start investing and innovating in new solutions.
December 29, 2020
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Business
Hino halts production of North American trucks
Truck production in both countries is expected to resume in October of next year.
December 28, 2020
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Business
Fleets’ DOT-required Clearinghouse check-ins due soon: Here’s a quick how-to
Take a minute to review a quick how-to on how to perform your fleet's required annual CDL Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse checks on CCJ today.
December 28, 2020
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Business
Sunsetting of 3G networks makes 2021 a year of transition for fleets
With the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate in the rearview mirror, many fleets are facing another technology deadline to avoid losing connectivity with their assets.
December 23, 2020
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Regulations
Workforce Pell Grant unlocks funds for CDLs, diesel tech certs
Pell Grants would be available for programs lasting 8–14 weeks, helping students fund CDL and certain diesel mechanic certifications.
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Economic trends
Class 8 truck orders surge 159% in February, signaling cyclical recovery
Chief Financial Officer Chris Wikoff noted that last year, average truck count in Werner's One-Way division, where ECM operated, was 2,386, a 10% decrease year-over-year.
Business
ECM Transport future in question amid Werner’s One-Way reorg
Founded in 2012, NHH Services provides specialized transportation and project management services throughout the United States and Canada, with expertise in heavy haul, flatbed, general freight, and complex cargo movements.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Bennett Family of Companies acquires Indiana fleet
FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs speaks at TCA Truckload 2026.
Regulations
FMCSA boss: 'We're going to bite off more than we can chew'
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