CCJ StaffAlternative powerWerner inks deal for 500 hydrogen Cummins enginesThe Omaha, Nebraska-based carrier plans to validate and integrate Cummins' 15-liter natural gas and Cummins’ X15H hydrogen engines into its fleet.September 7, 2022MaintenanceBrake relining and restorationCarefully measuring lining thickness is recommended, but if you are performing a visual inspection, look for lining thickness that is slightly higher than the rivet heads that secure it to the brake shoe.September 7, 2022TrucksDaimler, Paccar recalls affect more than 5,600 trucksA recall of certain Western Star trucks affects more than 4,000 units, while a recall of certain Peterbilt and Kenworth tractors affects approximately 1,600 units. Also: Schneider hosting Freightliner eCascadia at headquarters this week; more.September 7, 2022WorkforceATRI collecting top concerns of trucking industryTrucking employment was featured heavily in last year's report with a shortage of drivers (No. 1) and diesel technicians (No. 10) landing in the Top 10 concerns facing the industry.September 6, 2022Alternative powerEnergy Secretary gets close look at electric Volvo tractorDepartment of Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm recently visited Volvo's TEC Fontana dealership to experience first-hand the Volvo VNR Electric truck. Also: Two Southeastern Freight Lines facilities celebrate 70th anniversary.September 6, 2022RegulationsCOVID-related hours of service, CLP waivers extendedThe long-running COVID hours of service waiver was extended last week by 45 days, while waivers related to certain CLP regs were extended by 90 days. Also: 12 finalists named for military veteran rookie truck driver award program.September 5, 2022BusinessAtlas World Group subsidiary acquires pad-wrap fleetThe acquisition of Progressive Transportation, Inc. will accelerate growth within Atlas Logistics’ padded-van service offerings, the company said.September 2, 2022BusinessRyder acquires logistics tech startupRyder first invested in logistics startup Baton through RyderVentures during the startup’s Series A funding round in March 2021.September 2, 2022RegulationsFMCSA reduces 2023 UCR fees by 31%The reduction will be effective with the 2023 registration year beginning Oct. 1. Also: Small fleet petitions FMCSA for HOS waiver; CARB accepting applications from small fleets for zero-emission truck voucher; Horseless Carriage Carriers acquired; more.September 2, 2022BusinessCarriers' costs rose near 13% in 2021ATRI's annual Operational Costs of Trucking report showed how motor carriers' costs increased from 2020 to 2021. ATRI's Alex Leslie joins CCJ's 10-44 webisode series to discuss the results of the benchmarking report.September 2, 2022Previous PagePage 128 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.
