CCJ StaffTrucksKenworth adds 52-Inch flat roof sleeperThe 52-inch flat roof sleeper model is equipped with the new 2.1-meter wide cab.May 30, 2021CompaniesAndy Transport gets new president and CEOAlso: SELF names new Texas service center manager and Transervice named new executives.May 30, 2021RegulationsCalifornia's AB 5: Trucking association calls for Ninth Circuit to rehear caseAlso: The Alabama Trucking Association is asking local leaders in Mobile to reconsider its funding source for the bridge, which would only be used by trucks. Also: Legislation introduced in Massachusetts to protect non-OEM aftermarket parts buyers.May 28, 2021TrucksEnhancements made to Detroit's Gen 5 DD13 engine, new warranty available for older engines with expired warrantiesThe fifth-generation DD13 is 60 lbs. lighter than its predecessor due to its new aftertreatment system.May 27, 2021RegulationsCOVID hours, CDL waivers extendedFMCSA extends COVID-related waivers through August. Also, ATRI asks for fleets' operational cost data.May 27, 2021BusinessFreight volumes slowed in April while rates hit record highATRI has selected its top research priorities for 2021, which also include the decriminalization of marijuana, the impact of driver-facing cameras and more. Also: Rates hit all-time high in April, according to ACT Research; truckload fleet recognized.May 26, 2021TrucksUnion sets voting day for Volvo Truck labor dealAlso: Recalls issued for certain International, Peterbilt trucks.May 25, 2021TechnologyNorth Carolina testing in-cab traffic alerts for truckersNCDOT has partnered with the parent company of Drivewyze to send in-truck messaging with real-time alerts of urgent road conditions. Also: Shippers conditions have never been worse; Werner receives first Kenworth T680 Next Gen.May 24, 2021CompaniesWerner boss named chairman of the boardAlso: Kenan Advantage Group president and CEO retiring. Roadmaster gets new boss.May 23, 2021Business“Significant threat” of cargo theft activity Memorial Day weekendCargoNet warns of a "significant threat" to freight transportation over the long holiday weekend. Also: Large LTL carrier increases employee pay; free service technician webinar on truck collision repair.May 21, 2021Previous PagePage 200 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
