CCJ StaffBusinessSupply chain challenges have accelerated transportation innovationThe COVID pandemic and the resulting strain on the supply chain and logistics industries made it clear that innovations are still needed to make the transportation network more efficient.March 3, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsBig G Express acquires 90-truck Tennessee-based fleetNashville-based RTR Transportation is a family-owned, full-service nationwide dry van truckload carrier offering local cartage, warehousing, cross dock, trailer rework, and storage trailers.March 2, 2023BusinessATRI seeks carriers' ops cost data for annual reportATRI will use the data from fleets to compile its annual Operational Costs of Trucking benchmarking tool. Also: Old Dominion elects new VPs; XPO named LTL Carrier of the Year by Mode Global; Carrier Transicold releases new CARB-compliant reefer unit.March 2, 2023ProductsVolvo I-Torque wins truck writers' awardMarch 1, 2023TechnologyBestpass offers access to CDL legal protection services provider Open Road Drivers PlanAlso: API platform HyperTrack launches new features; Blume Global partners with a trucking fintech startup; Platform Science adds an education platform to its app catalog; and Isaac will unveil its new smartphone app at TCA.March 1, 2023RegulationsABS, cargo securement emphasis of Roadcheck blitz in MayWhile itself not an OOS violation, ABS helps reduce the risk of collision, and cargo securement is a Top 5 OOS issue.March 1, 2023MaintenanceWhat 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, 2023Previous PagePage 119 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
