CCJ StaffTrucksDaimler recalls more than 200,000 trucks over brakes system issueCorrosion could affect the functionality of the brake modulator valve in certain trucks, which during an adaptive cruise control braking event could cause uneven braking. Also: Ascend raises owner-operator pay.November 8, 2022RegulationsIowa joins growing list of states waiving HOS for fuel haulersIowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a proclamation waiving hours of service regs for certain fuel haulers in the state. Also: Bipartisan House bill would give more flexibility to independent contractors; next-gen Kenworth T680 with Aurora autonomous system.November 7, 2022RegulationsMovie production haulers' ELD exemption renewedFMCSA renewed the exemption for the Motion Picture Association that covers drivers transporting to or from a theatrical or television motion picture production site. Also: 3PL Echo Global Logistics acquires Chicago-based Fastmore Logistics.November 4, 2022WorkforceDrivers' prior traffic violations, convictions can help predict future crash involvementJoining Jason and Matt on this week's 10-44 is ATRI's Dan Murray, who talks about the firm's latest research into which regs violations are most statistically likely to predict future crash involvementNovember 3, 2022RegulationsHours regs waived for fuel haulers in Nebraska"Fuel shortages due to high demand" prompted Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts to issue an emergency declaration waiving hours of service regs for fuel haulers in the state. Ryder acquires e-commerce distribution firm.November 3, 2022Test DrivesWatch: Driving recap of Volvo's VNR ElectricGet a detailed breakdown on how you can tell the truck is ready to move in the absence of the familiar sound of a running diesel engine.November 2, 2022Mergers & AcquisitionsHeniff acquiring Texas liquid bulk carrierHeniff Transportation Systems Founder and Chief Executive Officer Bob Heniff said he was "pleased" to welcome a one-time competitor into the fold.November 2, 2022RegulationsCVSA announces 2023 enforcement blitz datesCVSA plans four scheduled enforcement campaigns this year, and the first starts in May.November 2, 2022TechnologyOtonomi to bring new freight insurance product to marketAlso: MyCarrier offers new version of its TMS; a Solera company has updated its cargo sensor; Skybitz launches the next generation of its trailer telematics platform; and a tech company has partnered with Nauto on predictive AI safety services.November 2, 2022BusinessWerner’s Leathers named ATRI chairmanLeathers was first appointed to the ATRI Board of Directors in October 2015 and will now chair the Board comprised of 13 trucking industry CEOs. Also: Former Google cybersecurity exec joins Kodiak Robotics; Transition Trucking award voting opens.November 2, 2022Previous PagePage 120 of 200Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyThe trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.BusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
