CCJ StaffEconomic trendsTrucking conditions, tonnage hauled both declining through summerFTR's Trucking Conditions Index was down in June from May, while ATA's Truck Tonnage Index fell in July from June. Also: FMCSA exploring new study on safety impacts of detention time; UPS Teamsters ratify new national contract.August 24, 2023TechnologyEcho accelerates freight bidding process with automated carrier negotiationsAlso: A trucking insurer has deployed claims management software to expedite the claims process; Descartes integrates Gusto's payroll management services; and Orbcomm uses Motorcity Systems to enhance integrations with TMS providers.August 24, 2023Battery electricVolvo launches one-stop-shop for EV charging servicesVolvo's Turnkey Solutions program offers a consolidated fleet management process for procuring vendor services, parts and products for EV charging. Also: OOIDA calls on FMCSA to move on broker transparency proposal; Priority Courier Experts acquired.August 23, 2023WorkforceNational Truck Driving Championship winners crownedThe American Trucking Associations announced the winners of the 2023 event on Aug. 19. Also: Nikola's battery-electric trucks recalled; first Mullen Class 3 EV trucks roll off assembly line; severe-duty Autocar models recalled.August 22, 2023Alternative powerMack's medium-duty plant certified for using renewable energyMack's Roanoke Valley Operations plant is certified and participating in Appalachian Power Company’s 100% Renewable Wind-Water-Sunlight Service. Also: New compliance management service for large fleets; DOT's new civil rights committee members named.August 21, 2023Battery electricDaimler exec named to new government working group on EVsDaimler's head of eMobility was tapped to join the Electric Vehicle Working Group (EVWG) by the U.S. DOE and DOT. Also: Bridgestone breaks ground on tire plant expansion; Marten names new executive VP; Heartland Express again recognized by FedEx Express.August 18, 2023BusinessHow the recent rise in diesel is impacting truckingDiesel's national average is up 57 cents in just the last four weeks. JKC Trucking Vice President Mike Kucharski talks about why, and what fleets can do to advocate for themselves.August 18, 2023CompaniesWerner picked to haul 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas TreeThe tree will be harvested from Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia, followed by a journey with special events in communities before being delivered to Washington, D.C. Also: Diesel prices continue to rise; Cummins, Chevron expand partnership.August 17, 2023ProductsNew lowbed trailer from FontaineThe Fontaine Magnitude 65 is designed to provide years of strong, dependable service.August 16, 2023RegulationsTrucker union supports meal, rest break waiversWhile trucking groups oppose the move, the Teamster union is in favor of "implementing stronger meal and rest break requirements for professional drivers."August 16, 2023Previous PagePage 88 of 207Next PageTop StoriesBusinessCourt: Yellow Corp $1.5B lawsuit against Teamsters can proceedYellow alleges the Teamsters intentionally destroyed the company by blocking modernization plan.TrucksThe VNL hotel: Volvo's largest sleeper big on comfort and functionalityCCJ InnovatorsRoadrunner deploys AI to eliminate excuses, slash missed picksEmissionsCARB suing truck manufacturers, allege group breached emissions dealBusinessTrucking market recovery will be driven by 'necessary evil,' ATA's economist says
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