CCJ StaffRegulationsFormer Texas DPS employee sentenced for issuing 215 fraudulent CDLsAccording to the U.S. Attorney in the Western District of Texas, Alonzo Blackman was paid approximately $1,000 per CDL. Also: CARB launching new pilot to help small fleets transition to zero-emission trucks; recalls from Daimler, Great Dane.July 12, 2022BusinessConnors Transfer acquired by Shoreland TransportShoreland has terminals in St. George, New Brunswick and Suffolk, Virginia, and operates a fleet of 115 trucks and 217 trailers with routes across Canada and throughout the United States.July 11, 2022WorkforceNeed tips on finding and keeping drivers in a demand-driven market?One week remains to register for CCJ's free webinar, "Finding and keeping drivers in a demand-driven job market." Click above to register.July 11, 2022BusinessNorth Carolina-based fleet picked to haul 2022 Capitol Christmas TreeHardy Brothers Trucking will haul the tree from the National Forests in North Carolina to Washington, D.C. Also: European EV charging joint venture between Volvo, Daimlar and Traton kicks off.July 11, 2022MaintenanceGoodyear recalls regional Kelly drive tireThe tire poses no immediate safety concern, but does not comply with federal safety standards. Also: California-based foodservice distributor acquires Graves Foods; Pacific Drayage opens new California location.July 8, 2022WorkforceSupply chain unaffected by 'Great Resignation'Total compensation for supply chain jobs has increased by an average of 12%.July 7, 2022CompaniesP.S.I. acquired by Clarience TechnologiesThe provider of trailer automatic tire inflation systems, has been acquired by the the parent company of Truck-Lite and Road Ready. Also: NHTSA forming underride advisory committee; GE adds electrics to fleet; Canadian insurer announces acquisition.July 7, 2022BusinessUniverse Trucking acquired by Greater Omaha ExpressThe acquisition, set to be finalized next week, will increase the size of the Greater Omaha Express fleet by 20%.July 6, 2022RegulationsHours waiver extended for baby formula haulersCarriers hauling baby formula and formula ingredients are exempt from maximum driving hours regs through the end of July. Also: Recalls hit severe-duty Autocars, small number of Cascadias; new leadership at specialized tanker fleet; more.July 6, 2022MaintenanceBridgestone announces Bandag price increaseBridgestone said it will increase prices up to 15% on all Bandag Tread, cushion and some ancillary items in the U.S. next month.July 5, 2022Previous PagePage 140 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
