CCJ StaffMergers & AcquisitionsMeritor acquiring commercial vehicle business from SiemensCummins, which is set to acquire Meritor later this year, has consented to and is supportive of the $200 million deal.May 20, 2022BusinessAre you a top fleet operating 30 or fewer trucks? Enter to be the next Small Fleet ChampThe initial entry period for the Small Fleet Championship ends June 30.May 20, 2022BusinessC.H. Robinson recognizes Carriers of the YearThe third-party logistics provider recognized 17 carriers for their service. Also: New Kenworth T680 will go to military veteran rookie truck driver; Fox Logistics acquires freight automation firm; Wabash creates new parts distribution network.May 20, 2022Alternative powerExamining the full life cycle emissions of 'zero-emission' powertrainsIn this week's 10-44, a look at ATRI's latest report examining the full life cycle carbon dioxide emissions of battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks.May 19, 2022ProductsEaton intros DC-DC converters for 48-volt commercial vehiclesEaton’s DC-DC converter takes power from a 48-volt system and reduces it to 24 volts.May 19, 2022Equipment controlsDetroit launching new active brake-assist systemDetroit's new Active Side Guard Assist will activate braking if it detects moving objects in the path of a right-hand turn at speeds below 12 mph. Also: FedEx, Aurora expanding autonomous trucking pilot; Southeastern Freight restructures LTL regions.May 19, 2022CompaniesCCJ Innovator of the Year named Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & YoungThe Entrepreneur of the Year program has recognized more than 10,000 U.S. executives since its inception in 1986.May 18, 2022Economic trendsTrailer orders drop, but 'long-term outlook remains bright'Final reporting will likely show that these lower order levels will still result in an average backlog-to-build ratio of just over eight months.May 18, 2022Economic trendsFTR's Trucking Conditions in negative territory for first time in two yearsFTR's Trucking Conditions Index fell from 12.06 in February to -7.38 in March. Also: Diesel prices level off after month of increases; used truck sales fell while prices rose in April; Yokohama increasing tire prices in July.May 18, 2022RegulationsThree commodities added to FMCSA's COVID emergency declarationThe declaration is set to expire at the end of May unless it's extended. Also: ATRI outlines 2022 Top Research Priorities, which include predatory towing, the driver shortage and driver retention, and more; WEL Companies expanding in Southeast.May 17, 2022Previous PagePage 146 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
