CCJ StaffRegulationsNYC cracking down on illegally parked trucksThe Trucking Association of New York said issuing tickets and towing trucks is not how the city should be addressing the issue. Also: Lane Keeping Assist now an option on Class 8 Kenworths; Michigan International dealer opens public EV charging station.August 26, 2022BusinessPS Logistics acquires Phoenix Leasing of Tennessee, strikes deal with Colonial Freight SystemsPS Logistics has made two acquisitions this month, one each in the reefer and flatbed segments.August 25, 2022RegulationsFMCSA fields request to report hair drug testing results to ClearinghouseFederal law currently requires truck drivers to be tested via urine sample.August 25, 2022Economic trendsTruck tonnage down in July after June increaseATA's Truck Tonnage Index fell 1.1% in July after rising by 0.5% in June. Also: Universal Logistics Holdings subsidiary joins Teamsters; Electric yard tractor manufacturer Orange EV has expanded its yard truck rental program.August 25, 2022Alternative powerFoodservice distributor McLane adds three electric Volvos to SoCal fleetMcLane will deploy the three Volvo VNR Electrics in the Los Angeles metro area. Also: ACT's Class 8 tractor market demand outlook remains negative for fourth straight month; Louisville-based Sysco drivers vote to join Teamsters union.August 24, 2022Economic trendsTrucking conditions negative for second straight monthFTR's Trucking Conditions Index fell from -0.3 in May to -3.36 in June. Also: Ascend names new President of Distribution and Dedicated; Kenworth T680s recalled over fuel tank issue; medium-duty Macks recalled; Hub Group acquires TAGG Logistics.August 23, 2022WorkforceUtah-based Pride Transport raises driver payThe new pay range for solo over-the-road drivers at Pride Transport is now 57 cents per mile to 75 cents per mile. Also: Specialized climate-controlled fleet launches bi-monthly shuttles.August 22, 2022Alternative powerTruck manufacturers call for investment, coordination to support zero emission rolloutPanelists pointed to California as an example of MHD ZEV leadership, noting that more needed to be done to achieve the aggressive ZEV adoption goals that many states are pursuing, with investment in charging infrastructure as a key example.August 19, 2022BusinessNew program connects private fleets, owner-ops for freight opportunitiesBroker/3PL Arrive Logistics this summer announced the launch of a pilot program aimed at helping private fleets connect with owner-operators, opening a new avenue to earning revenue for both sides of the partnership.August 19, 2022RegulationsMinnesota fuel haulers get more HOS reliefMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz has extended an emergency declaration through Sept. 11 that waives certain hours of service regulations for fuel haulers. Also: Truck driver petitions FMCSA for exemption from hours of service, ELD regs.August 19, 2022Previous PagePage 130 of 201Next PageTop StoriesBusinessKnight-Swift backs rail mega mergerA proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is gaining powerful trucking allies.CybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
