CCJ StaffBusinessWhy 2.2 million truck drivers parked on highway ramps in a one-year spanAltitude by Geotab's new report on truck parking found 2.2 million observed truck parking events on highway ramps during the one-year period of Nov. 1, 2024, through Oct. 31, 2025.February 13, 2026BusinessStandard Forwarding Freight equipment heading to auctionStandard Forwarding Freight announced in December it was ceasing operations. Also: Love's will plans to open 20 new locations, renovate 35 existing locations, and add 1,500 new truck parking spaces; Right Weigh earns ISO certification.February 13, 2026RegulationsAlleged cargo thief accused of stealing more than $700K in goods arrestedA New York man was charged and arrested for allegedly stealing loads of frozen snow crab, blueberries and designer cologne. Also: New pay-to-park truck stop opens near Dallas, Texas.February 12, 2026RegulationsLighting manufacturer, fleet seek exemption for flashing rear lightsGrote Industries asked for a waiver to allow trucks to be equipped with auxiliary rear or side lamps that flash or strobe when controlled by Grote’s Rear-End Collision Warning (RCW) system. Also: Bulk tanker fleet seeks exemption for pulsating brake lights; Mack's NASCAR partnership renewed.February 11, 2026RegulationsFormer FMCSA boss takes over as TCA PresidentJim Mullen will take over as TCA president on April 6. Also: NMFTA opens Cybersecurity Conference registration; TRP opened 10 new aftermarket parts locations in 2025.February 10, 2026RegulationsTrucking org petitions FMCSA for ELD exemptionThe Federation of Professional Truckers group has asked FMCSA for an exemption from the ELD requirement for its members and others. Also: FMCSA requests feedback on request for paper medical cards; Averitt opens new terminal in Florida.February 9, 2026RegulationsSide underride legislation back in CongressThe bill would mandate side underride guards to be installed on all new trailers. Also: "Virtual" carrier CloudTrucks' exemption request denied; Truck Parking Club continues expansion.February 6, 2026CCJ InnovatorsGP Transco named CCJ's Innovator of the YearCommercial Carrier Journal has named Joliet, Illinois-based GP Transco its 2026 CCJ Innovator of the Year.February 5, 2026RegulationsShould brokers be liable in the event of a truck crash?What could very well be the biggest trucking court case of the year is before the Supreme Court.February 5, 2026RegulationsFMCSA extends 40-state emergency declarationThe declaration waives certain hours-of-service provisions for carriers providing direct relief in the affected states. Also: Fraudulent "trucking automation" company permanently shut down; Xos deploys new Class 6 stripped chassis; legislation looks to improve tow truck operator safety.February 5, 2026Previous PagePage 26 of 243Next PageTop StoriesTrucksCould dyed diesel damage your engine or void your warranty?Aimed at easing pricing pressure at the pump, a new executive order permits highway vehicles to burn off-road red diesel without risking engine damage, federal tax penalties, or warranty coverage.EquipmentFuel tax relief proposals languish in Congress with prices breaking recordsIndustryTrump at Peterbilt: American trucking is back. Rid of 'crap' emissions systemsFreight demandSpot vs. contract: Diverging freight rates and squeezed volumeFeatured SponsorStop Costly Torque Guesswork Before It Hits Uptime
