CCJ StaffRegulationsDiesel shops fined, charged for selling and installing emissions 'defeat devices'The EPA announced action in several cases involving diesel shops found to be selling or installing emission system "defeat devices."September 12, 2022RegulationsFMCSA revokes another ELD from registryMotor carriers and drivers who use the ELDorado ELD have 60 days to replace the revoked devices with compliant ELDs. Also: Digital brokerage adds low-fee, 8-hour payment option; Paccar Parts opens new parts distribution center.September 12, 2022Alternative powerLTL giant receives first Autocar electric terminal tractorAutocar delivered the electric terminal tractor to Old Dominion’s facility in Rialto, California. Also: Don Ake retiring from FTR; U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Tour dates, locations announced; Charlotte-based broker acquires Chicago-area 3PL.September 9, 2022Alternative powerInflation Reduction Act likely to influence trucking more than inflationFreight transportation moves 70% of goods to market in the U.S., and the IRA places $40,000 in tax credits in front of the buyers of medium- and heavy-duty zero-emissions vehicles.September 8, 2022RegulationsFMCSA wants to hear from carriers on COVID declaration useThe agency is asking carriers for feedback on how they are using the COVID-related hours of service emergency declaration. Also: TCA and CarriersEdge open Best Fleets to Drive For nominations.September 8, 2022Equipment controlsTuSimple legal chief steps down, company subject of class action lawsuitThe lawsuit claims that TuSimple made false and misleading statements to the market, overstated its commitment to safety and concealed significant problems with its technology, leading to a decline in the company's stock prices.September 7, 2022Alternative powerWerner inks deal for 500 hydrogen Cummins enginesThe Omaha, Nebraska-based carrier plans to validate and integrate Cummins' 15-liter natural gas and Cummins’ X15H hydrogen engines into its fleet.September 7, 2022MaintenanceBrake relining and restorationCarefully measuring lining thickness is recommended, but if you are performing a visual inspection, look for lining thickness that is slightly higher than the rivet heads that secure it to the brake shoe.September 7, 2022TrucksDaimler, Paccar recalls affect more than 5,600 trucksA recall of certain Western Star trucks affects more than 4,000 units, while a recall of certain Peterbilt and Kenworth tractors affects approximately 1,600 units. Also: Schneider hosting Freightliner eCascadia at headquarters this week; more.September 7, 2022WorkforceATRI collecting top concerns of trucking industryTrucking employment was featured heavily in last year's report with a shortage of drivers (No. 1) and diesel technicians (No. 10) landing in the Top 10 concerns facing the industry.September 6, 2022Previous PagePage 142 of 215Next PageTop StoriesBusinessPeninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surchargeWashington-based carrier adding $3 per shipment surcharge to all freight originating in or destined for Washington and Oregon.TechnologyCourt halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providersBusinessAbilene Motor Express folding into Swift TransportationBusinessQuantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy TransportMergers & AcquisitionsKoch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisition
