CCJ StaffIndicatorsTrucking conditions better in January, yet challenges remainFreight rates and financing costs were less negative than December, while fuel costs were up, FTR reported. Also: International LT trucks recalled for turn signal issue; Mack accepting 2025 calendar submissions.March 19, 2024Mergers & AcquisitionsTrimac Transportation has acquired Feldspar TruckingFeldspar Trucking has grown to 60 company drivers and a crew of contract carriers that specialize in the bulk transportation of feldspar, sand, clay and minerals.March 18, 2024TrucksMassive recall hits Kenworth, Peterbilt trucksMore than 116,000 trucks are included in the recall, stemming from an issue with the gear shifter and transmission. Also: New truck parking property open in Ohio; new trailer wrap raising awareness about fentanyl crisis.March 18, 2024RegulationsBill seeks to remove cost, redundancy from TWIC, hazmat certificationThe bill allows workers to apply existing valid background checks to multiple TSA-managed credentialing programs, such as the Transportation Worker Identification Credentials and Hazardous Materials Endorsements.March 15, 2024CompaniesTCA names 15 transportation leaders to Elevate young exec programThe Elevate TCA Young Leadership Program brings together young leaders to further their trucking knowledge and thrive in their careers. Also: Torc Robotics names new CFO; International, Mack trucks recalled for separate issues.March 15, 2024TechnologyConsolidating fleet management tools to improve operationsAccording to a recent study by trucking tech firm Motive, nearly half of fleet managers use more than 10 individual tools to manage their operations, with nearly a third saying they use too many to count.March 15, 2024CompaniesCARB pushes 'Smog Check' testing deadline to 2025Truck owners get a six-month reprieve from emissions testing in California. Also: Alabama flatbedder tasks former DB Schenker exec with leading the company; Peterbilt adds new AMT to work truck models; NFI appoints new Canadian group president.March 14, 2024AutonomousNavistar, Plus set to launch autonomous programNavistar is preparing to launch an autonomous commercial pilot program with driverless startup Plus. Also: After 31 years with FedEx, Robert Carter is retiring; Penske Truck Leasing opens a new 22,898-square-feet facility; more.March 13, 2024TechnologyA collision prevention system expands its coverage area and moreAlso: A logistics industry acquisition, a new less-than-truckload quoting and tendering feature and Truckstop's patent pending generative AI in freight transportation solutions.March 12, 2024RegulationsDTNA union okays work stoppage as labor negotiations continueUnited Auto Workers at Daimler Truck plants agree to authorize strike. Also: Mississippi legislation allows commodity haulers to skip small towns and residential neighborhoods; Westport, Volvo sign joint venture deal; SEFL moves in Bowling Green.March 12, 2024Page 1 of 145Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsBill seeks to remove cost, redundancy from TWIC, hazmat certificationThe bill allows workers to apply existing valid background checks to multiple TSA-managed credentialing programs, such as the Transportation Worker Identification Credentials and Hazardous Materials Endorsements.RegulationsNHTSA safety committee eyes trailer underride retrofit requirementEconomic trendsClass 8 truck orders saw gains in February, beating last year’s numbersMergers & AcquisitionsPS Logistics acquires Illinois flatbedder Yordy TransportFeatured SponsorReport: The 2024 State of Heavy-Duty Repair