CCJ StaffBusinessDiesel prices continue surge with 18-cent jump in last two weeksDiesel prices climbed nearly 11 cents during the most recent week and 7 cents the week prior to reach the highest mark since Dec. 1, 2014. Also: C.H. Robinson recognizes most dedicated carriers; Mack offering service agreement on electric LR.October 13, 2021Economic trendsSpot volume weakens but volatility loomsFuel costs pressure on rates likely will continue as crude is now trading at its highest price in seven years.October 12, 2021ProductsTruck-Lite intros heated stop/tail/turn LED lightsUsing self-regulating heating technology, the lamps are warmed continuously once the temperature falls below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.October 12, 2021WorkforceTexas goes on the offensive, bans vaccine mandate | Transition Trucking military vet award finalists namedThree military veteran rookie truck drivers from Stevens Transport, Prime Inc., and Knight Transportation are finalists for the award. Also: Navistar to deliver five medium-duty electric trucks to Penske; Tennessee's top driver named.October 12, 2021TechnologyDescartes adds AI, ML capability to routing platform | Koffie Labs inks two more states to Insurtech platformDescartes' enhancements help customers achieve outstanding optimization results and learn from real-world outcomes to maximize fleet performance. Also: Insurtech startup Koffie Labs has signed on with distribution partners in Georgia and Pennsylvania.October 11, 2021CompaniesUSA Truck founder Robert Powell passes awayPowell bought the truckload division of Arkansas Best Corporation in 1983, which he later renamed to USA Truck. Also: DAT announces new factoring partner for load board; Kenworth plant wins state environmental award.October 11, 2021BusinessCross-border parcel service carrier General Logistics Systems acquires Rosenau TransportGLS expands its service in Canada significantly and aims to play a significant role as a national logistics provider for parcels, LTL, FTL and customers brokerage with U.S. reach.October 8, 2021RegulationsOperation Safe Driver Week netted 7,500 warnings, citations to truck driversCVSA's annual week-long safe driving enforcement blitz saw speeding and seat belt use as the top violations among truckers. Also: Freightliner's electric trucks hit milestone; Nikola announces hydrogen production partner; New Ryder used truck dealerships.October 8, 2021TrucksVolvo makes turbo-compounding 13-liter standard on VNLIn the Volvo VNL 740, 760 and 860 models, the new D13TC engine offers more fuel savings for a wider range of applications.October 7, 2021BusinessCovenant completes rebranding to Covenant Logistics GroupThe company says the new name represents its transition to a "true logistics provider." Also: Penske dedicates new classroom at Maryland tech school; Parcel delivery company recognized for recent expansion; Volvo gets large electric truck order in Europe.October 7, 2021Previous PagePage 183 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
