CCJ StaffRegulationsAfter industry requests, FMCSA extends speed limiter comment periodThe comment period is now open through July 18. Also: Kenworth delivered its 10,000th next-gen T680 to System Transport during the company's 50th anniversary event; Volvo opens new EV training facility in Illinois for dealers, carriers.May 27, 2022BusinessTriStar Carriers and its parent company acquired by ShipXWith the acquisition, ShipX expands its focus beyond final mile parcel delivery and will be able to offer a more complete suite of e-commerce transportation services.May 26, 2022MaintenanceNot testing fluids? You could be missing a 150% ROITesting and sampling is fairly inexpensive, and the industry average is about a 150% return on what fleets are spending on those samples.May 26, 2022WorkforceState trucking group teams with state police to reduce CDL testing backlogThe Arkansas Trucking Association is working with Arkansas State Police to help ease a backlog of CDL applicants. Also: Drivewyze adds cargo theft 'hot spot' alerts; fleet adds 10 electric Volvos; Volvo intros fossil-free steel to truck production.May 26, 2022BusinessCargo theft activity expected to pick up over Memorial Day weekendCargoNet warns of increased theft activity over the holiday weekend. Also: Diesel prices drop slightly; Bendix is hosting a ride-and-drive event at Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama; Landstar lands on Fortune 500 list.May 25, 2022RegulationsFMCSA issues HOS waiver to speed baby formula production rampBaby formula was already included in the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, but now ingredients for production, such as corn syrup, casein, hydrolyzed protein and whey, are covered.May 24, 2022RegulationsCuban citizen pleads guilty in Texas CDL fraud schemeThe man reportedly paid a Texas Department of Public Safety employee to falsely certify that CDL applicants had passed the CDL skills test. Also: 200 Freightliner, Western Star trucks recalled; Penske opens new location in New Jersey.May 24, 2022MaintenanceDTNA seeks to combat theft of CPC modulesVehicles cannot operate without a CPC, which controls various engine and powertrain functions, and these modules routinely fetch several thousand dollars each on the open market.May 23, 2022RegulationsATA, OOIDA ask for speed limiter comment period extensionThe industry groups both want more time to file comments on FMCSA's speed limiter notice, despite having opposing viewpoints on the tech. Also: Sysco plans to add 800 eCascadias to fleet by 2026; Pitt Ohio deploys battery-electric Volvo box truck.May 23, 2022BusinessLGT Transport acquires Jason Thomas TruckingAs part of the acquisition, Jason Thomas Trucking drivers and operational employees will join the LGT Transport team.May 22, 2022Previous PagePage 145 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
