CCJ StaffRegulationsFMCSA shuts down Mexico-based trucker after fatal crash, DUI chargesThe driver failed three field sobriety tests after a crash and had a breath alcohol content higher than the legal limit for CDL holders. Also: Recalls from Volvo, Mack, Paccar; Forward Air expanding LTL service area.June 15, 2021Freight demandCapital expenditures driving freight demand, analyst saysHigher than normal capital expenditures from manufacturers as the economy continues to recover from the pandemic will continue to drive freight demand for the next few quarters, but expect a shift in the coming months, according to ACT Research.June 14, 2021TrucksMack offers new day cab roof fairing for AnthemThe new Mack Anthem day cab roof fairing increases fuel efficiency.June 14, 2021IndicatorsFTR: Trucking conditions continued record-setting pace in AprilFollowing a record-setting month in March, FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) for April hit another record-high of 16.82, surpassing March’s record of 16.27. Also: NTTC announces new leadership; comments sought for pulsating lights request.June 14, 2021Equipment controlsTop 250 fleet embarking on multi-year platooning testPGT Trucking Inc., has inked a deal with autonomous truck technology startup Locomation to test its platooning technology. Also: ATA forms new climate-focused advisory committee; Volvo breaks ground on new vehicle testing lab; more.June 11, 2021RegulationsFleet owner sentenced for falsifying FCMSA documentsHe will serve jail time and must pay restitution for trying to hide his affiliation with a company under an out-of-service order. Also: Great Dane trailers recalled; fleet rebrands as 3PL.June 10, 2021SafetyTruck fatalities fell in 2020 despite overall increaseVehicle miles traveled were down 13% in 2020 from 2019, yet traffic fatalities increased by 7%, according to NHTSA's preliminary numbers. Truck-involved crash fatalities were down, however. Also: HOS relief for certain fuel haulers; I-40 bridge update.June 9, 2021Pay and benefitsSeveral Top 250 fleets boosting driver paySee how some of the nation's top carriers are rewarding their drivers.June 9, 2021TechnologyNavistar faces cybersecurity incidentNavistar finds itself in hackers' crosshairs. Also: Bolt Express celebrates 20 years; Goodyear, Cooper complete merger; Peterbilt delivers its first all-new Model 579.June 8, 2021BusinessFormer fleet employee sentenced for embezzling $700kThe former bookkeeper and office manager of a family-owned trucking company and farm was sentenced to over 6 years in prison. Also: NYC beer distributor orders 5 electric Volvos; J.B. Hunt announces endowed scholarship funds.June 7, 2021Previous PagePage 198 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
