CCJ StaffEconomic trendsACT: Freight cycle likely nearing bottomACT Research reported that freight volumes and rates declined in February, but the freight downcycle is closer to the end than the beginning. Also: Teamsters, ABF start work on new deal; Looser capacity decreased shippers' conditions in January; moreMarch 29, 2023TechnologyTrucker Path creates product bundle for small- to mid-size fleetsAlso: Cover Whale partners to expand insurance coverage options for truck drivers; Haul Hero's new line of business involves truck navigation; Drivewyze offers weigh station bypass and driver safety services to Ezlogz customers via integration.March 28, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsBidding war erupts for TravelCenters franchiseAs BP's deal for TravelCenters of America inches closer to closing, a new suitor contends it has a better offer on the table.March 28, 2023Battery electricCalifornia installs first battery charger for heavy trucksInstalled at Truck Net, a full-service truck stop near the U.S./Mexico border, the 250-kilowatt (kW) chargers can charge a typical medium-duty box truck from 20% to 80% in about an hour.March 28, 2023RegulationsFMCSA removes sixth ELD from registered devices listCarriers are required to stop using the All-Ways Track ELD and replace it with a compliant ELD by May 26. Also: FMCSA denies request from brokers to remove broker transparency regs; recalls announced for certain International, Volvo, Peterbilt trucks.March 28, 2023RegulationsFlorida enacts law aimed at combating nuclear verdictsThe new law requires plaintiffs' attorneys to provide proof of medical bills and charges in civil lawsuits. Also: New York eyes increased speed limits; autonomous vehicle bill defeated in Kentucky; Schneider honoring safest drivers.March 27, 2023Oils & lubricantsIs your fleet using the right fluids?That one transmission oil that you've used for years? It might no longer be the right one.March 24, 2023RegulationsNew Clean Freight Coalition looks toward realistic zero emission timelineThe new group, comprised of five large trucking groups, is led by former FMCSA Administrator Jim Mullen. Also: PacLease leases first electric Peterbilt 579 tractors.March 24, 2023WorkforceLabor Dept. requests dismissal of fleet's countersuit of drivers seeking overtime payBimbo Bakeries USA Inc. is countersuing its drivers who are suing the company over alleged misclassification. The Dept. of Labor is seeking to have the countersuit dismissed. Also: Eight-state HOS waiver extended; more.March 23, 2023Economic trendsTrucking conditions improved in January, but downswing expectedFTR's Trucking Conditions Index improved from December to January, but the firm expects negative conditions into the third quarter of 2024. Also: Truck tonnage was up in February; R+L Carriers founder passes away; more.March 22, 2023Previous PagePage 116 of 215Next PageTop StoriesBusinessPeninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surchargeWashington-based carrier adding $3 per shipment surcharge to all freight originating in or destined for Washington and OregonTechnologyCourt halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providersBusinessAbilene Motor Express folding into Swift TransportationBusinessQuantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy TransportFeatured Sponsor4 Tips for Improving Fleet Cybersecurity
