CCJ StaffRegulationsWilson Logistics' pre-CDL operation waiver renewedThe Top 250 fleet's CLP holders who have passed the CDL skills test will be allowed to continue operating without a CDL holder in the front seat. Also: SC&RA advocating for "superload" permitting harmonization; Nebraska Trucking Association to offer TCA educational resources.February 27, 2026Equipment controlsBot Auto to make Houston-to-Dallas autonomous run for brokerageBot Auto will run an overnight lane from Houston to the southern Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, for Ryan Transportation. Also: Forward Thinking System ELD reinstated; RXO launches middle-mile service; Einride divests design organization.February 26, 2026Alternative powerMore than 60 Tesla Semi chargers 'coming soon' nationwideTesla, on its map of charging locations, shows more that 60 Megachargers “coming soon" from coast-to-coast in more than a dozen states. Also: Indiana lawmakers look to strengthen ELP, non-domiciled CDL standards; Dunavant names new VP of Transportation; Montana launches truck parking info system.February 25, 2026BusinessATRI requests carriers' operational costs dataATRI is beginning the process for its annual Operational Costs of Trucking report. Also: International MVs recalled for ECU issue; Southeastern Freight Lines announces facility improvements; Peterbilt recognizes graduation of first Master Technician.February 24, 2026Test DrivesTest drive: Mack's brand-new PioneerCCJ Editor Jason Cannon takes Mack's newest truck, the Pioneer, on a test drive into New Jersey.February 23, 2026RegulationsTruck parking funding, planning update coming from DOTThe DOT's National Coalition on Truck Parking will host a meeting providing an update on the state of truck parking. Also: Lighting manufacturer seeks waiver to allow auxiliary brake-activated lights; Averitt touts expansion plans.February 23, 2026CybersecurityNew carrier ID system aims to make freight fraud harderA new SCAC verification requirement makes it harder for bad actors to impersonate legitimate carriers.February 20, 2026RegulationsEPA faces litigation after GHG regs rollbackA coalition of health and environmental advocacy organizations are suing the EPA and Administrator Lee Zeldin over the recent rescission of the 2009 Endangerment finding and subsequent GHG emissions regs. Also: New Fleet Advantage program aims to help fleets control equipment acquisition costs.February 20, 2026BusinessChicago's I-294 interchange takes over as nation's worst freight bottleneckThe George Washington Bridge was atop ATRI's annual Top Truck Bottleneck List for the last seven years. Also: Volvo's updated VNR begins production; more truck parking coming to I-71 in Ohio.February 19, 2026RegulationsFMCSA extends winter-related HOS waivers for 21 statesTruck drivers hauling heating fuel in the affected states are granted hours-of-service relief through the end of February. Also: 27K Western Stars recalled; parking brake issue prompts VNL recall; "chameleon carriers" targeted in new legislation.February 18, 2026Previous PagePage 2 of 220Next PageTop StoriesBusinessECM Transport future in question amid Werner’s One-Way reorgWerner paid $142.4 million in 2021 for an 80% stake in regional carriers ECM Transport and Motor Carrier Services of Pennsylvania.Mergers & AcquisitionsBennett Family of Companies acquires Indiana fleetRegulationsFMCSA boss: 'We're going to bite off more than we can chew'Recruiting & retentionDriver churn costs fleets $13K, report shows. Is tech helping or hurting?RegulationsTrump's Dalilah Law introduced into Senate, DOT funding tied to state compliance
