CCJ StaffEquipmentWhat California’s new zero-emission requirements mean for smaller fleetsOn this week's 10-44 webisode, Vorto CEO Priyesh Ranjan talks about how he sees California's latest zero-emission sales targets impacting trucking, particularly small fleets and owner-operators.April 14, 2023Battery electricSchneider completes Frito-Lay's first third-party EV shipmentSchneider was the first outside carrier to deliver a Frito-Lay load with an electric truck. Also: Renewable natural gas use rising in transportation; P.S.I. launches real-time mobile app; Berkeley researchers want feedback on hydrogen fuel cell trucks.April 14, 2023TechnologyATRI report examines industry views on driver-, road-facing camerasThe new report identified points of consensus and potential compromise on in-cab camera systems and policies among drivers, carriers, legal experts and insurers. Also: NFI expanding electric operations in SoCal; NFMTA names new COO.April 13, 2023SafetyStudy shows Michigan the safest state for truck driversAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there have been 4,842 large trucks involved in fatal crashes in the past year.April 12, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsBP’s acquisition of TA takes another step forwardA federally required waiting period has passed without action from FTC, clearing another hurdle for the deal. Also: House resolution would overturn EPA's 2027 regs; trucking company owners sentenced in bribery scheme; Pitt Ohio adopts Maven AI platform.April 12, 2023ProductsFreightliner offering Hendrickson’s HAULMAAX EX on vocational modelsThe HAULMAAX EX suspension provides versatility for trucks that operate both on-and off-highway.April 11, 2023TrucksECM issue prompts recall of International trucksNavistar is recalling more than 750 International LT and RH trucks for an ECM malfunction. Also: Forward Air growing in NJ; FTR opens registration for annual transportation conference; Great Dane recalling dry van trailers; two new trucking schools open.April 11, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsPilot Company names new executives as part of Berkshire Hathaway ownershipBerkshire Hathaway purchased 38.6% of Pilot Flying J in October 2017 and became majority owners of Pilot Company Jan. 31 this year.April 10, 2023RegulationsFormer Idaho CDL tester pleads guilty to accepting bribesA former third-party CDL tester in Idaho pleaded guilty recently to accepting bribes for passing scores on Idaho CDL skills tests. Also: Illinois-based diesel shops fined for manufacturing, selling and installing emissions "defeat" devices.April 10, 2023CompaniesOld Dominion wins ATA's President's Trophy, Excellence in Security AwardOld Dominion honored with top safety awards. Also: ArcBest names new CFOApril 7, 2023Previous PagePage 106 of 207Next PageTop StoriesAlternative powerGroups press states to leverage public funds to lower electric truck pricesClean energy advocates are urging regulators in California, New York, and Washington to mandate ZEV truck price disclosure as a condition for state incentives.BusinessCourt: Yellow Corp $1.5B lawsuit against Teamsters can proceedTrucksThe VNL hotel: Volvo's largest sleeper big on comfort and functionalityCCJ InnovatorsRoadrunner deploys AI to eliminate excuses, slash missed picksEmissionsCARB suing truck manufacturers, allege group breached emissions deal