CCJ StaffSafety & ComplianceFMCSA denies fleet's under-21 exemption request3 North LLC petitioned FMCSA to allow it to use under-21 CDL holders to drive intrastate in other states than their state of domicile. Also: Two Paccar recalls hit about 100 trucks; Trump assistant AG pick critical of AB 5; MATS registration open.December 11, 2024TechnologyData-powered supply chain insurance, heavy-duty towing software, Daimler’s new partnership and moreAlso: Trailer telematics provider FleetPulse expands into the Canadian market, and freight marketplace Truckstop introduces a new carrier vetting solution.December 10, 2024Government affairsTruck parking expansion project underway in ConnecticutThe state has begun a $31 million project that will expand public truck parking in the state by around 44%. Also: International recalls eMV and HX trucks; fleet owner ordered to pay restitution for fraud scheme; SEFL relocates Kentucky terminal.December 10, 2024IndustryDOT proposes change to drug-testing rulesThe proposal would "address unforeseen circumstances" with its oral fluid drug testing rule due to a lack of certified labs. Also: Wreaths Across America convoy under way; FMCSA eyes allowing hazmat endorsement waivers for certain jet fuel haulers.December 9, 2024Mergers & AcquisitionsFleetworthy acquires parking violation management companyFleetworthy, which recently acquired weigh station bypass system provider Drivewyze, has now acquired a company that management parking violation and resolution in the New York metro area.December 6, 2024RegulationsWhat a second Trump administration means for truckingA number of issues are on the industry’s radar for possible change, including independent contractor classification, emissions regulations and much more.December 6, 2024EquipmentFMCSA denies fleet's request to install pulsating brake light moduleThe company's USDOT number is deactivated, and FMCSA said it lacks enough carrier and safety data to grant the waiver. Also: Fleet owners charged with COVID loan fraud; former company owner gets jail time for falsifying logs before fatal crash.December 6, 2024BusinessFormer fleet ops manager sentenced for embezzling $1.5MCalifornia's Gabriel Ruiz De Chavez was sentenced to 2 years, 9 months in prison for a multiyear embezzlement scheme. Also: DB Schenker rebrands Canadian LTL services; FMCSA's MCSAC meeting this month; more.December 5, 2024Mergers & AcquisitionsCARB CTC certified telematics provider merges with fleet tracking companyZonar, which will now operate as part of the GPS Trackit portfolio, was the first telematics provider to become certified to participate in the California Air Resources Board's Clean Truck Check program.December 4, 2024Mergers & AcquisitionsMullen Group acquiring PNW | Odyssey Logistics acquires OctoChemThe acquisition further expands Mullen Group's real estate network in Canada. Also: Averitt names new VP of sales; Odyssey Logistics acquires OctoChem, Inc.; Transflo has launched the Transflo Wallet Fuel Card.December 4, 2024Page 1 of 175Next PageTop StoriesHealth & wellnessHighway to health: Pay, lack of sleep and home time are top factors in driver mental healthWhen listing their top concerns, mental health wasn't at the top of truckers' lists. But the many concerns they did highlight have a significant effect on mental health.WorkforceHighway to health: Stress a top contributor to lagging truck driver wellnessInsuranceCrash preparedness: A driver’s guide to effective accident scene documentationInsuranceOral arguments in nuclear Werner crash fatality case begin in Texas Supreme CourtFeatured Sponsor13 Step Plan To Boost Tech Efficiency from Fullbay
