CCJ StaffMaintenanceFTC looks to crack down on 'right to repair' violatorsThe FTC said it will now prioritize investigations into unlawful repair restrictions under relevant statutes, such as the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act. Also: Ohio KW dealership opens new service center.July 27, 2021Alternative powerHyundai set to deploy hydrogen tractors in CaliforniaNorCAL ZERO, where Hyundai expects to supply 30 XCIENT Fuel Cell by early 2023, will be the largest deployment of Class 8 hydrogen-powered vehicles in the U.S.July 26, 2021IndicatorsACT's For-Hire Trucking Index dipped in June despite strong freight volumes, ratesThe latest release of ACT’s For-Hire Trucking Index, with June data, showed a slowing in volumes, pricing moderating at a high level, and a still-strong supply-demand balance. Also: FMCSA tightening CDL reporting requirements for states; more.July 26, 2021RegulationsTrucking stakeholders support FET repealTrucking group supports the repeal of the highest excise tax on a percentage basis that Congress levies on a product. Also: Volvo rolls out contract service offering; Teamsters Union scores another win within XPO.July 23, 2021Mergers & AcquisitionsPaschall Truck Lines parent acquires Missouri carrierTDC will retain its name and current management team, and will operate autonomously under the IPS umbrella.July 22, 2021Economic trendsNet trailer orders drop in June, but demand for reefers surgesNormally ranging around 1.5, the trailer/tractor net order ratio started Q2 just below 1.0 and plummeted to approximately 0.65 at quarter’s end.July 22, 2021Preventable or NotTrucker's gambit leads to bridge strike — preventable or not?Trucker John Doe reroutes after missing a turn. His new path leads under a bridge. He appears to have enough clearance, but it will be close.July 21, 2021WorkforcePaper Transport gets cash infusion from investment firmSam Zell, named one of Forbes' 100 Greatest Living Business Minds, took a stake in Paper Transport. Also: NexGen trucking association partners with schools to provide CDL, diesel tech programs for young adults in three states. Benore launches EV fleet.July 21, 2021Economic trendsTruck Tonnage Index falls for second consecutive month, spot rates slidingFor-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1.5% in June after falling 1% in May.July 20, 2021EquipmentUnannounced brake inspection blitz sidelined over 1,100 trucksInspectors conducted more than 8,600 inspections on Brake Safety Day. Also: A truck driver crashes a day after being placed out-of-service in Michigan, resulting in a FMCSA shut down; more.July 20, 2021Page 1 of 21Next PageTop StoriesAlternative powerTesla delays electric Semi for third timeTesla cites "limited availability of battery cells and global supply chain challenges," in third delay of its Semi truck launch.TechnologyWhich company is most likely to succeed at self-driving trucks?Mergers & AcquisitionsPaschall Truck Lines parent acquires Missouri carrierTechnologyFleets see results from automated per diem programEconomic trendsTruck Tonnage Index falls for second consecutive month, spot rates sliding
