CCJ StaffMaintenanceWhat causes brake imbalance and how can you prevent it?A balanced brake system is when the entire brake system, from front to back, (including the tractor and trailer) react at the correct time to produce equal timing and brake pressure.March 1, 2023TrucksIMC operating companies transitioning to IMC brandIMC's seven regional brands will be consolidated into the IMC brand. Also: Nikola recalls BEVs over brake issue; New TMC leadership; Saia further expands next-day delivery; Cox Automotive acquiring FleetNet America from ArcBest; more.March 1, 2023RegulationsFMCSA's former Chief Counsel sworn in as Deputy AdministratorEarl Adams Jr., who previously served as FMCSA's Chief Counsel, will work with Administrator Robin Hutcheson in leading the agency. Also: ATA lauds FHWA for updating memo prioritizing highway funding use; Paccar recalls 8,000 medium-duty trucks.February 28, 2023Career Leadership AwardWatch: Altec's Calhoun honored as 47th recipient of CCJ's Career Leadership AwardKenneth Calhoun is a giant among the trucking industry but stands particularly tall in Arkansas where he has raised the profile for trade education across many industries.February 27, 2023CompaniesWerner names new CFOChristopher D. Wikoff will serve as Werner's Executive Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, effective April 18. Also: Bestpass partners with CDL legal services firm for fleets, drivers.February 27, 2023MaintenanceOptimizing fleet maintenance for the changing of seasonsThere is no season for good maintenance, but the transition to warmer weather does present challenges and opportunities to hone preventive practices.February 24, 2023RegulationsFleet seeks waiver to allow pre-CDL drivers to participate in under-21 pilotPitt Ohio is asking FMCSA to allow commercial learner's permit holders to participate in the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot. Also: Shippers' conditions hit highest mark since May 2020; former safety manager sentenced in illegal tank repair scheme.February 24, 2023Economic trendsTruck tonnage opened 2023 with slight increaseATA reported a 0.7% uptick in truck tonnage in January. Also: FMCSA denies truck driver's HOS exemption request; another driver seeks split-sleeper flexibility; Fleetforce expands training programs in Florida; Tradepoint Atlantic expanding to Tampa.February 23, 2023AutonomousFirst carrier joins Volvo Autonomous Solutions reservation programAscend Dedicated – formerly Dedicated Transportation Solutions, which Ascend acquired last year – will pick up customer loads and transport them to V.A.S. hubs in Dallas and Houston, Texas.February 22, 2023TechnologyPlatform Science adds CAT Scale’s Weigh My Truck and CAT Scale Locator appsAlso: Geotab's new integrated intelligence tool aims to help fleets address rising operating costs, supply chain, talent and regulatory pressures; an industry vocational school is offering a new incident reporting app and more.February 22, 2023Previous PagePage 112 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