CCJ StaffBusinessNew program connects private fleets, owner-ops for freight opportunitiesBroker/3PL Arrive Logistics this summer announced the launch of a pilot program aimed at helping private fleets connect with owner-operators, opening a new avenue to earning revenue for both sides of the partnership.August 19, 2022RegulationsMinnesota fuel haulers get more HOS reliefMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz has extended an emergency declaration through Sept. 11 that waives certain hours of service regulations for fuel haulers. Also: Truck driver petitions FMCSA for exemption from hours of service, ELD regs.August 19, 2022RegulationsEmergency hours of service suspension extended in KentuckyCarriers providing direct relief to flooding and other damage related to severe weather in Kentucky can operate under the declaration. Also: Used truck sales fell in July while prices stayed flat; Top 250 carrier relaunches podcast in video form.August 18, 2022Economic 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published a notice Tuesday with an updated Medical Examiner’s Handbook with proposed changes, seven years after it was withdrawn.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, 2022Previous PagePage 145 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
