CCJ StaffRegulationsHow the election could impact truckingOptilogic CEO Don Hicks joins The 10-44 to talk about what a Trump or Harris administration could mean for the freight market and trucking in general.September 20, 2024RegulationsTwo trucking bills pass House committeeOne bill would help FMCSA combat freight fraud, while the other would strengthen the DataQs challenge process. Also: J.B. Hunt is testing Cummins' X15N natural gas engine with Clean Energy; Teamsters elect not to endorse presidential candidate.September 20, 2024RecallsBrake light issue prompts recall of nearly 17K trucksDaimler Trucks recalled 16,889 Freightliner and Western Star trucks in which the brake lights may not illuminate during an Active Brake Assist event. Also: Saia continues Western expansion; NTP/Premium 2000 names new president.September 19, 2024TechnologyVolvo participates in $16.6 million investment in aifleetaifleet said it will use the new capital to scale its fleet and to invest in research and development, automation technology and its sales team.September 19, 2024BusinessBankruptcy court rules Yellow must pay pension plansThe judge rejected Yellow's argument that previous COVID relief funds paid to the pension funds should reduce or eliminate its withdrawal liabilities. Also: Cargo theft ring busted in New Jersey; Shell launches "Giving Pump" fundraising campaign.September 18, 2024RegulationsTruck Leasing Task Force sets October, November meeting datesThe task force will work on drafting a report on the equitability of truck leasing agreements and their terms and identifying best practices to help drivers assess lease agreements. Also: RXO completes Coyote acquisition; Mack partners with NASCAR team.September 17, 2024RegulationsFMCSA denies owner-operator's request for ELD exemptionThe driver said he had a new, one-truck company and limited funds to purchase an ELD when seeking the one-year exemption. Also: Canadian fleet Kriska announces changes to leadership team.September 16, 2024Battery electricFeds want feedback on charging infrastructure | Averitt expands in TexasThe FHWA is asking for feedback in several areas related to the infrastructure needs of medium- and heavy-duty battery-electric trucks. Also: Averitt opens new terminal in East Texas; Tenn. official charged for stealing fuel for personal trucking company.September 13, 2024RegulationsHHG moving scheme leads to jail time for employeeAn individual who worked for a number of moving companies was sentenced for his role and an HHG moving scheme. Also: Hawaii asks FMCSA for waiver from proof of citizenship CDL regs; Mack dealer expands in Wisconsin.September 12, 2024RegulationsEmergency declaration issued in Louisiana ahead of hurricaneHurricane Francine is expected to make landfall along the Louisiana coast Wednesday afternoon as a Category 2 hurricane. Also: FMCSA extends guidance-review comment period; former Yellow CEO lands new role; more.September 11, 2024Previous PagePage 36 of 201Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyHow fleets can protect themselves from cyber criminalsThe National Motor Freight Traffic Association is at the forefront of the fight against cybercrime in trucking and helping fleets increase their cybersecurity to ensure they don’t become victims of cyber criminals.BusinessKnight-Swift backs rail mega mergerCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
