CCJ StaffBusinessPS Logistics acquires Alabama flatbedderPS Logistics' 26th acquisition since 2014 positions the company as one of the largest 53-foot lightweight flatbed carriers in the country with more than 400 power units and 1,000 trailers.August 10, 2022BusinessDiesel national average falls below $5 per gallonFuel prices are at the lowest national average since early March. Also: FedEx opens new facility in Phoenix; SEKO Logistics has acquired California-based 3PL Pixior; two electric Thermo King refrigeration units eligible for CARB voucher.August 10, 2022TrucksSheppard steering gear recall hits 47,000-plus Kenworth, Peterbilt trucksThe expansive Sheppard steering gear recall prompted a recall from Paccar that includes numerous Peterbilt and Kenworth models. Also: EMC issue prompts Daimler recall of 1,300 trucks; Orange EV gets $35M investment to scale manufacturing.August 9, 2022CompaniesXPO's Jacobs leaving CEO post, Harik assuming roleMario Harik will succeed Brad Jacobs as CEO of XPO and join the board of directors later this year. Also: Lou Schneeberger joins Load One board of directors; Drivewyze integrated into Verizon Connect; Women in Trucking seeking award noms.August 8, 2022Alternative powerNikola announces plans to open three hydrogen stations in CaliforniaThe stations will be located in Colton, Ontario and near the Port of Long Beach. Also: Werner's CFO John Steele set to retire; Thailand trailer manufacturer enters U.S. market; GreatWest Kenworth expanding in Alberta.August 5, 2022WorkforceUnderstanding Millennial, Gen Z workers' motivations key to hiring, retentionNew research from the American Transportation Research Institute dives into what motivates Millennial and Gen Z truck drivers to join a motor carrier and stay with them long-term.August 5, 2022BusinessCummins closes $3.7B deal for MeritorCummins will onboard Meritor’s people, products and capabilities in axle and brake technology into its components business. Also: Fastfrate completes Challenger Group acquisition; FMCSA grants target recruiting veterans; HHG mover sentenced for fraud.August 4, 2022BusinessKam-Way Transportation acquiring Produce Supply ExpressPSE will continue to operate under its current management with the Kam-Way Transportation leadership team providing additional support.August 3, 2022RegulationsFlooding prompts hours of service waiver in Kentucky | Werner pays $150M to settle crash lawsuitTruck drivers providing flooding relief in Kentucky are exempt from certain HOS rules. Also: Werner pays $150 million to avoid nuclear verdict and settle crash lawsuit; CCJ Innovator of the Year brings in more awards; Nikola buys battery company.August 3, 2022MaintenanceSelecting the right brake liningThe brake system is the means by which force is applied, but the brake lining is actually the component that bears the brunt of all the heat, weight, energy and force created during braking.August 3, 2022Previous PagePage 146 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
