CCJ StaffProductsNew all-position tire from ToyoThe new SmartWay-pending Toyo M156 succeeds the M154 with several upgraded features.June 26, 2024RegulationsFMCSA's revolving door at top continues with new Deputy AdministratorVinn White was named the agency's new Deputy Administrator, and Acting Administrator, on Tuesday. Also: Salem Carriers partner with Daimler for electric trucking hub; applications for California electric fleet charging projects opening soon.June 26, 2024TechnologySecurely share trailers with vetted carriers, a new wireless tracking unit and moreIn this week’s CCJ Tech Shorts, a new wireless tracking unit; REPOWR has announced a strategic integration with carrier identity platform Highway; and Bestpass has added new integration features within the Geotab ecosystem.June 24, 2024Battery electricWhy aren’t more carriers using heavy-duty electric trucks?Rental and leasing demand for heavy duty electric trucks isn't very high.June 21, 2024CompaniesATA pens concern to DOT over marijuana reclassificationATA asks Transportation Secretary Buttigieg to weigh in on marijuana reclassification. Also: Kenworth's truck assembly plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently hosted the annual Kenworth Truck Parade through downtown.June 21, 2024TrucksNew Peterbilt 589 hits orders, deliveries milestonesThe company recently received its 5,000th order for the 389's successor and delivered the 1,000th of the new models. Also: J.J. Keller offering Canada-specific driver, fleet training; Drivewyze weigh station bypass expands in Canada.June 20, 2024IndicatorsTruck tonnage sees first year-over-year increase in 15 monthsATA's Truck Tonnage Index was up 3.6% in May over April, and up 1.5% over May 2023. Also: Alaska requests renewal of CDL skills test waiver; FMCSA renews under-21 waiver for custom harvesters.June 19, 2024TechnologyA seatbelt innovation, a partnership to improve service lifecycle, and moreIn this week’s CCJ Tech Shorts, a seatbelt innovation from E_SMART; an enhanced shipper app from LogiNext; and Freightiner’s parent company enters a partnership to enhance service lifecycle.June 18, 2024EmissionsCalstart 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, 2024Previous PagePage 59 of 214Next PageTop StoriesBusinessAbilene Motor Express folding into Swift TransportationAbilene Motor Express was acquired by Knight-Swift in 2018.BusinessQuantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy TransportMergers & AcquisitionsKoch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisitionMergers & Acquisitions'Welcome home': USA Truck acquired by former, current leadership teamFeatured Sponsor4 Tips for Improving Fleet Cybersecurity
