CCJ StaffBusinessATA's board re-ups Spear's contract through 2029Chris Spear will remain ATA's president and CEO through 2029 after receiving a contract extension. Also: Average diesel prices drop to $3.76 a gallon – the lowest since January 2022; FMCSA corrects Covenant's request for pre-CDL waiver.May 30, 2024RegulationsPHMSA proposes increase to hazmat registration feesUnder the proposal, PHMSA would increase the fee by $125 to $375 for small businesses and non-profits, and by $425 to $3,000 for other registrants. Also: FMCSA's Truck Leasing Task Force sets next two meetings; ATRI reveals 2024 research priorities.May 29, 2024Preventable or NotFlatbed brakes too late to avoid a road hazard. Was this accident preventable?In this Preventable or Not accident scenario, a machinery-laden flatbed brakes too late to avoid a rusted road hazard. Was this accident preventable?May 28, 2024CompaniesBison CEO retiring, transition announcedMike Ludwick will serve as interim president and CEO, succeeding Rob Penner who will retire at month's end.May 28, 2024TechnologySolar panels for commercial trucks and trailers, a risk mitigation tool and moreDriverReach and Haul partner up; a risk mitigation tool from Northland Insurance; new and lighter solar panels from Phillips Industries; and Diesel Laptops updates Truck Labor Times.May 28, 2024RegulationsI-95 fully reopened in Philly after 2023 bridge collapseWhile temporary lanes were reopened just 12 days after a bridge collapse last June, the permanent lanes are now fully open. Also: Five arrested in multi-state card-skimming diesel theft ring.May 27, 2024RegulationsFMCSA reinstates Blue Star ELD to registered devices listThe device was revoked from the list Tuesday, but the company corrected the deficiencies identified by FMCSA. Also: PGT Trucking recognizes safest drivers; Bendix expands Mexico operations; new OS/OW routing, permitting service for states.May 24, 2024Oils & lubricantsHow oil viscosity affects engine performanceThe thinner an oil is, the easier it pumps through the engine, but there’s a lot more to oil viscosity than now thick it is.May 23, 2024Economic trendsTruck tonnage continued to fall in AprilATA reported the 14th straight year-over-year decline in freight hauled by trucks. Also: Covenant looks to allow pre-CDL drivers to operate after passing skills test; Estes opens another former Yellow terminal.May 23, 2024RegulationsFMCSA removes two ELDs from registered devices listThe Blue Star ELD and the ELD Mandate Plus devices were placed on the revoked devices list. Also: Legislation package would cut red tape for military veterans to more easily attend CDL schools; new trucking industry image campaign launches.May 22, 2024Previous PagePage 62 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
