CCJ StaffCompaniesXPO's Jacobs leaving CEO post, Harik assuming roleMario Harik will succeed Brad Jacobs as CEO of XPO and join the board of directors later this year. Also: Lou Schneeberger joins Load One board of directors; Drivewyze integrated into Verizon Connect; Women in Trucking seeking award noms.August 8, 2022Alternative powerNikola announces plans to open three hydrogen stations in CaliforniaThe stations will be located in Colton, Ontario and near the Port of Long Beach. Also: Werner's CFO John Steele set to retire; Thailand trailer manufacturer enters U.S. market; GreatWest Kenworth expanding in Alberta.August 5, 2022WorkforceUnderstanding Millennial, Gen Z workers' motivations key to hiring, retentionNew research from the American Transportation Research Institute dives into what motivates Millennial and Gen Z truck drivers to join a motor carrier and stay with them long-term.August 5, 2022BusinessCummins closes $3.7B deal for MeritorCummins will onboard Meritor’s people, products and capabilities in axle and brake technology into its components business. Also: Fastfrate completes Challenger Group acquisition; FMCSA grants target recruiting veterans; HHG mover sentenced for fraud.August 4, 2022BusinessKam-Way Transportation acquiring Produce Supply ExpressPSE will continue to operate under its current management with the Kam-Way Transportation leadership team providing additional support.August 3, 2022RegulationsFlooding prompts hours of service waiver in Kentucky | Werner pays $150M to settle crash lawsuitTruck drivers providing flooding relief in Kentucky are exempt from certain HOS rules. Also: Werner pays $150 million to avoid nuclear verdict and settle crash lawsuit; CCJ Innovator of the Year brings in more awards; Nikola buys battery company.August 3, 2022MaintenanceSelecting the right brake liningThe brake system is the means by which force is applied, but the brake lining is actually the component that bears the brunt of all the heat, weight, energy and force created during braking.August 3, 2022BusinessA.N. Webber acquires flatbed brokerageHicks Co., a force in the west-coast flatbed brokerage market for 40 years, will continue to operate under its own name and authority until the end of the year.August 2, 2022Equipment controlsSchneider set to autonomously haul freight in TexasSchneider will begin weekly autonomous hauls this week between Dallas and Houston. Also: PGT Trucking names new VP; 115 of XPO's truck drivers have been honored for reaching “million miler” status; Another NY LTL terminal for SaiaAugust 2, 2022TrucksWatch: More driving and details on Peterbilt's new Model 579Watch as CCJ Chief Editor Jason Cannon spends some time getting the walk-around details on Peterbilt's Model 579 before striking out on the open road.August 1, 2022Previous PagePage 137 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
