CCJ StaffEconomic trendsTrailer backlog increasing as production rate dropsDemand overall remains strong, and cancellations are low, but some orders are being made to replenish dealer stock, rather than going directly to fleet customers.February 20, 2023RegulationsEight-state regional hours of service waiver extendedOngoing fuel supply issues in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah and Wyoming prompted FMCSA to extend a waiver in effect since mid-January. Also: Rhode Island seeking appeal of unconstitutional truck tolls ruling.February 20, 2023CompaniesRoadrunner expanding to first new market in yearsRoadrunner adds service in Denver. Also: Midwest Carriers raises pay 5-cents per mile; Two Florida universities conducting survey of truckers to identify safe truck parking during dangerous weather.February 17, 2023TechnologyNew benchmarking tool helps carriers identify growth opportunitiesAlso: FreightPOP unveils several new features; Transporeon's new solution helps transportation providers generate instant quotations for truckload spot transports based on predicted market rates; Foley's new platform eases driver onboarding and more.February 16, 2023IndicatorsCarriers' conditions improved in December with falling diesel pricesFTR reported other indicators – including freight volume, capacity utilization, and rates – were negative. Also: ATRI wants carrier feedback on marijuana legalization's impact on recruiting; New SVP at Atlas Van Lines; more.February 16, 2023RegulationsATA's Spear: Trucking can't meet zero emission regs on California's timelineATA President and CEO Chris Spear noted the industry has a history of working with regulators on emissions targets, and that the bully approach California has taken is doomed.February 15, 2023TrucksPhotos: Kenworth W900 Limited EditionFebruary 15, 2023TrucksPhotos: Kenworth T680 Signature EditionFebruary 15, 2023RegulationsCoalition calls for increased weight limits for auto haulersA group of auto haulers and others said as adoption of heavier EVs grows, higher weight limits are warranted. Also: Mack expands EV-support offerings with partnerships; Saia opens two new terminals; two fleets announce leadership appointments.February 15, 2023RegulationsPipeline disruption prompts hours of service waiver in NevadaThe Kinder Morgan pipeline that supplies gas, diesel and more to southern Nevada was temporarily shut down last week. Also: Legislation takes aim at catalytic converter theft; Michigan spring weight restrictions take effect; Beemac names new CEO.February 14, 2023Previous PagePage 107 of 201Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyHow fleets can protect themselves from cyber criminalsThe National Motor Freight Traffic Association is at the forefront of the fight against cybercrime in trucking and helping fleets increase their cybersecurity to ensure they don’t become victims of cyber criminals.BusinessKnight-Swift backs rail mega mergerCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
