CCJ StaffBusinessRyder 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, 2022BusinessCargo theft activity expected to rise for Labor DayThe extended weekend often leads to increased cargo theft activity across the country. Also: Peterbilt delivers two electric models; Leasing company places order for Cummins' hydrogen engine; Gatik signs another autonomous partnership.September 1, 2022Alternative powerDiesel prices reverse course, jump back over $5/gal | Cummins hydrogen engine gets first fitment in tractorsFollowing nine consecutive weeks of decreases, diesel jumped by 20.6 cents nationally last week. Also: Buhler Industries announced plans to integrate the Cummins 15-liter hydrogen engine in Versatile’s equipment; Wabash expands into two new dealerships.August 31, 2022RegulationsFMCSA extends severe-weather emergency declaration in KentuckyCarriers providing direct relief to the ongoing flooding emergency in Kentucky are exempt from parts of the hours of service regulations. Also: Saia opens third Illinois terminal this year; ITS Logistics launches new program for military veteran drivers.August 30, 2022RegulationsFemale fleet execs, drivers appointed to federal Women of Trucking Advisory BoardWOTAB’s launch was mandated by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and is part of the Biden-Harris Trucking Action Plan that is focused on improving job quality and recruiting more people into the truck driving profession.August 29, 2022WorkforceSecond tuition-free CDL program launches at Florida collegeThe Venice location is on the campus of State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, and is the second program launched in collaboration with the college. Also: Omni Logistics opens new 366k square-foot warehouse/cross-dock facility in Dallas.August 29, 2022TrucksWatch: Ride along in Western Star's new 57XRide along with CCJ Chief Editor Jason Cannon as he takes a spin around the Detroit-Metro area in the most fuel efficient Western Star ever built.August 26, 2022RegulationsNYC 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, 2022Previous PagePage 134 of 206Next PageTop StoriesAlternative powerTesla expects electric Semi debut in late 2026All signs continue to point to a 2026 mass production launch of Tesla's electric Semi.BusinessUSA Truck going back up for saleBusinessMidwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA CooperHomeMost heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxedRegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failure
