CCJ StaffEmissionsCalstart aims to help EPA in lawsuits challenging Phase 3 GHG regsThe decarbonization-focused group has petitioned a court to join as an intervenor in lawsuits challenging the latest EPA regs on trucks. Also: Recalls for Wabash reefers, Autocar severe-duty trucks, and Mack and Volvo trucks.June 18, 2024Economic trendsTrucking conditions trending up for carriersFTR's Trucking Conditions Index saw a significant improvement in April, yet still remains in negative territory. Also: FMCSA has finalized an increase to the 2025 Unified Carrier Registration Plan and Agreement fees.June 17, 2024Alternative powerAnother California port announces zero emission planPort of Hueneme aims to make operations zero emissions by 2030.June 14, 2024RegulationsHomeland Security appropriations bill would create anti-fraud/cargo theft task forceThe appropriations bill passed the House Appropriations Committee with $2 million included to create the task force. Also: Artur Express partners with Kodiak Robotics; Wheaton | Bekins taps new president; Transition Trucking award nominations close soon.June 14, 2024MaintenanceReducing the expense of tires through data-driven insightsMany fleets today utilize tire pressure monitoring systems to monitor tire health, but by looking deeper into the data, fleets can be more proactive to save on their tire spend.June 14, 2024ProductsKonik Heavy Duty Products' new trailer underride guardFMVSS223 Certification ensures compliance with federal safety standards. A DOT certification sticker included with the kit.June 13, 2024RegulationsBrake inspection blitz sidelines 570 trucksCVSA's annual unannounced Brake Safety Day resulted in 11.6% of trucks inspected being placed out of service. Also: Channel to Port of Baltimore returns to normal operating dimensions; FMCSA to survey drivers' opinions on seat belt use.June 13, 2024RegulationsRegistration open for FMCSA's carrier safety rating virtual listening sessionsThe agency will host the sessions on June 25 and July 31, in addition to an in-person event at the Texas Trucking Show June 29. Also: Kenworth announces availability for CARB-compliant MX-13; Cargo Transporters breaks ground on new maintenance facility.June 12, 2024RegulationsFMCSA extends limited emergency declaration for Baltimore bridge collapseThe agency extended the limited hours of service waivers through June 22. Also: Fleet petitions for under-21 drivers to operate in other states; Oregon seeks permission to grant CDLs to certain noncitizens; PGT Trucking expands in Southeast.June 11, 2024Alternative powerIMC takes emissions out of peel pile sortIMC Logistics, the largest marine drayage company in the U.S., has taken its smart peel pile process to the next level: zero emission.June 10, 2024Previous PagePage 48 of 203Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsClean Truck group asks truck and engine OEMs to drop lawsuitGlobal environmental organizations, including the Sierra Club and NRDC, are pressuring major truck manufacturers to honor the Clean Truck Partnership.RegulationsGroup launches campaign against heavier truck limitsBusinessMultimodal group established to modernize freight movementBusinessTwo rail carriers join forces, go after Memphis to Nashville truck freightEquipment controlsInternational kicks off self-driving truck trials with fleets
