CCJ StaffEconomic trendsTrailer orders dip, but production improvingOverall demand for new equipment remains exceptional and is expected to remain strong as carriers are still in need of new equipment to supplement their replacement cycles.August 17, 2022RegulationsFMCSA proposes updated Medical Examiner's Handbook | NHTSA boss leaving postFMCSA published a notice Tuesday with an updated Medical Examiner’s Handbook with proposed changes, seven years after it was withdrawn. Also: NHTSA boss Cliff joining CARB; Schneider driver named Women in Trucking Driver Ambassador.August 17, 2022TrucksPaccar to offer nat-gas Cummins X15N in Kenworth, Peterbilt trucksThe natural gas engine offers up to 500 horsepower and 1,850 ft-lb of torque. Also: Navistar battery recall hits more than 8,000 trucks; widespread steering gear recall expands to certain terminal tractors; ECM recall affects small number of Volvos.August 16, 2022RegulationsOEMs withdraw lawsuit against CARB over emissions deadlinesThe lawsuit sought to ensure manufacturers had four full model years to comply with new CARB regulations. Also: Caltrux names new leader; J.B. Hunt expands partnership with University of Arkansas business college.August 15, 2022Alternative powerCalifornia funding available for diesel-truck replacement programThe funding is available for truck owners to replace an existing diesel-powered truck with a “zero-emission” truck. Also: ContainerPort Group reports impressive Q2 growth; CFI unveils truck wrap to recognize women.August 12, 2022CybersecurityCybersecurity tips fleets can use against modern-day piratesThe 2022 IBM Security study showed that 4% of all cyberattacks were aimed at the transportation industry, making it the 7th most targeted industry in the past year.August 11, 2022BusinessTesla boss says Semi deliveries will commence this yearElon Musk says that deliveries of Tesla's electric Semi will begin this year. Also: HHG moving company employee sentenced for defrauding the United States.August 11, 2022BusinessPS Logistics acquires Alabama flatbedderPS Logistics' 26th acquisition since 2014 positions the company as one of the largest 53-foot lightweight flatbed carriers in the country with more than 400 power units and 1,000 trailers.August 10, 2022BusinessDiesel national average falls below $5 per gallonFuel prices are at the lowest national average since early March. Also: FedEx opens new facility in Phoenix; SEKO Logistics has acquired California-based 3PL Pixior; two electric Thermo King refrigeration units eligible for CARB voucher.August 10, 2022TrucksSheppard steering gear recall hits 47,000-plus Kenworth, Peterbilt trucksThe expansive Sheppard steering gear recall prompted a recall from Paccar that includes numerous Peterbilt and Kenworth models. Also: EMC issue prompts Daimler recall of 1,300 trucks; Orange EV gets $35M investment to scale manufacturing.August 9, 2022Previous PagePage 136 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
