CCJ StaffAutonomousGoodyear, driverless startup Gatik implementing smart tire integrationTire intelligence data regarding road conditions and tire health have helped Gatik advance its AV controllers with insights about accurate cornering and braking stiffness, rolling resistance and tire load.January 9, 2024RegulationsFMCSA looking to increase UCR fees by 25% for next yearThe proposed increases would vary between $9 and $9,000 per entity, depending on the size of the fleet. Also: Volvo and Mack are recalling trucks for two separate issues; Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association names new board chair.January 9, 2024AutonomousContinental, Aurora finalize design of scalable autonomous trucking systemThe finalized hardware design comes less than a year after the companies entered into a partnership.January 8, 2024CompaniesGroendyke shakes up leadership teamThe company has named a new president, a new senior VP of branding, and a new VP of operations. Also: International Trucks now offering the Xantrex Freedom XC 1800W pure sine-wave inverter/charger as a factory option on its trucks.January 8, 2024Driver coaching and scorecardingDriver education: How immersive learning can improve fleet safety and efficiencyIf you've got school-aged kids, you've seen firsthand how learning has evolved, and driver training is not immune.January 5, 2024BusinessPrime Inc. names new presidentDarrel Hopkins will assume the role of president of the company, while founder Robert Low will remain CEO. Also: PA Turnpike increasing tolls; Jim Walenczak is the new general manager of Kenworth and Paccar vice president.January 5, 2024Driver regulationsGeorgia 'modernizes' CDL skills testing processThe state announced a streamlined process aimed at a effective skills testing process that best assesses an applicant’s readiness to operate a CMV. Also: ATRI wants driver feedback on challenges for women truckers; SEFL opens expanded Charlotte terminal.January 4, 2024RegulationsCARB's periodic emissions testing program takes effect April 1Carriers operating in the state will be required to have their trucks' emissions tested twice a year in program's first three years. Also: FMCSA leaves random drug testing rates unchanged; Distinguished Woman in Trucking Award nomination period opens.January 3, 2024BusinessI-87 closing in New YorkThe northbound lanes of the Thruway (I-87) from exit 17 in Newburgh to exit 18 in New Paltz will fully shut down to all traffic at 7 p.m. Saturday. Also: Spot rates' pre-Christmas bump not merry; Freightliner recalling MY24 M2.January 2, 2024RegulationsFMCSA task force to examine maintenance impacts of inequitable leasesThe Truck Leasing Task Force will meet virtually Jan. 18. Registration is required. Also: Ohio diesel shop owner pleads guilty for violating Clean Air Act by removing emissions devices after previously agreeing with EPA not to do so.January 1, 2024Previous PagePage 79 of 215Next 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
