CCJ StaffEquipment controlsAurora debuts next-generation self-driving hardwareAurora expects to debut the suite on its Class 8 trucks in commercial pilots that will hit public roads at the end of this year.August 27, 2021Economic trendsTighter capacity utilization, volume and fuel costs driving tough environment for shippersFTR's Shippers Conditions Index fell in June, signifying a tough market for shippers and a strong market for carriers. Also: ZF, Locomation ink tie-up; FMCSA wants to know how many carriers are operating under the COVID emergency declaration.August 27, 2021VocationalRam updates fuel economy, tech and safety on 2022 PromasterRam Commercial introduced Wednesday its 2022 ProMaster commercial van and aimed it squarely at one of the largest commercial customer categories: vocational.August 26, 2021CompaniesFormer Scania exec appointed new Navistar CEOMathias Carlbaum has been appointed CEO and President of Navistar, effective Sept. 1, succeeding Persio Lisboa, who has held the position since July 2020. Also: OOIDA calls on Dept. of Commerce to address driver turnover, retention; more.August 26, 2021WorkforcePottle's Transportation driver earns top honors in virtual truck driving championshipsRon Round was crowned the winner of the Bendix-sponsored American Trucking Associations 2021 National Battle of the States: Virtual Truck Driving Championships. Also: FTR hosting 14 webinars in September in lieu of in-person Transportation Conference.August 25, 2021Economic trendsSpot, contract rates hit new highs in JulyContract truckload rates again set records for all three equipment types, reflecting urgency among shippers to secure capacity and reduce volatility in their supply chains.August 24, 2021Battery electricPort fleet moves toward electric with new Peterbilt 579EVsDrayage fleet Shippers Transport Express took delivery of 10 Peterbilt 579EV tractors for operations at the Port of Oakland. Also: Goodyear partners with autonomous developer Plus; recalls for medium-duty Peterbilt, KW trucks and Wabash reefers.August 24, 2021AutonomousAurora unveils framework for safe autonomous operationThe self-driving truck company will use the framework to evaluate when its vehicles are safe enough to operate on public roads. Also: Marathon partners with soybean producer to spur renewable diesel push.August 23, 2021CompaniesPGT expands western U.S. teamPGT Services has named Brittany Elmen its Director of West Coast Sales, Brandon Graham takes over SEFL's service center in South Charlotte.August 22, 2021Mergers & AcquisitionsPS Logistics continues expansion with brokerage acquisitionPS Logistics' 3PL division TA Services has acquired a Canadian perishable goods broker. Also: Electric truck manufacturer Xos going public after merger; Cowan launches incentive program for new regional drivers.August 20, 2021Previous PagePage 190 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
