CCJ StaffRegulationsCuban 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, 2022Mergers & 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, 2022Previous PagePage 155 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
