CCJ StaffTrucksIsuzu kicks off production of F-Series, including its first foray into Class 7All F-Series models are available in eight wheelbases (from 152 to 248 inches) accommodating bodies from 14 to 30 feet in length.October 19, 2021CompaniesAAA Cooper, XPO opening new LTL facilities | Amazon kicks off seasonal hiring spreeXPO's 150,000-square-foot site includes 264 dock doors to accommodate high volumes and ongoing growth. Also: All Amazon jobs in the U.S., including seasonal roles, have an average starting pay of $18 per hour. Ryder inks another autonomous deal.October 19, 2021Economic trendsDAT: Contract rates catching up with spot ratesThe national average contract van rate rose 3 cents last month compared to August and now equals the national average spot van rate.October 18, 2021Equipment controlsEmbark opens reservations to partner carriers ahead of 2024 launch, gets nearly 15,000The non-binding reservations give the carriers like CCJ Top 250 fleets Knight-Swift (No. 4) and Mesilla Valley Transportation (No. 71) priority access to Embark-equipped trucks.October 18, 2021Driver/operator coaching/trainingNew mobile apps from SmartHop, CEI Group | project44 rolls out capacity locatorThe CEI Group (CEI) has launched a new driver engagement mobile safety solution and SmartHop debuts its first load-booking app. Also: project44 debuts first-ever solution to help 3PLs uncover available and reliable truckload capacity.October 18, 2021CompaniesCummins, Mack founders headline first trucking HOF inductee classThe American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame was formed in May 2021 to showcase corporate and association award programs, along with individual trucking industry leaders. Also: Isuzu debuts Isuzu Connect platform.October 18, 2021ProductsNew wireless headsets from BlueParrottThe S650-XT is the first convertible headset from BlueParrott with stereo to mono sound.October 15, 2021CompaniesRandall-Reilly names chief technology officerRandall-Reilly taps former Dell Technologies executive to help lead its growth and innovation trajectory.October 15, 2021BusinessTop 250 flatbedder adding 100 hydrogen trucks | FTR's Trucking Conditions back on the rise in AugustFladbed carrier agrees to lease 100 H2 units from Nikola. Also: Freight volume and utilization were down, but more robust rates resulted in stronger overall market conditions for carriers; J.B. Hunt recognizes 116 multi-million-mile safe drivers.October 15, 2021RegulationsCummins partnering with driverless tech upstart | FleetPride adds parts ordering function to websiteCummins, Locomation ink joint testing, integration deal. Also: FleetPride beefs up its website to now include order capabilities; Driverless tech company Aurora debuts subscription service.October 14, 2021Previous PagePage 182 of 216Next PageTop StoriesBusinessWerner acquiring FirstFleet for $245MThe acquisition reshapes Werner’s portfolio, shifting the weight of its Truckload Transportation Services (TTS) toward long-term, stable contractual business.Alternative powerPilot Travel Centers set to deploy Tesla Semi chargers spanning 5 statesBusinessPeninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surchargeTechnologyCourt halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providersBusinessAbilene Motor Express folding into Swift Transportation
