CCJ StaffRegulationsCarrier safety rating system revamp comment period opensFMCSA is accepting feedback for 60 days on ways to revamp its carrier safety rating system. Also: Unannounced hazmat inspection blitz sidelines 700; Canadian ELD mandate webinar set for Sept. 13.August 30, 2023Recruiting & retentionCCJ complimentary webinar, 'Maximizing driver potential' is ThursdayRegister now for an upcoming CCJ webinar and listen as top fleets share tips on how to maximize a truck driver's potential. Can't make it live? Register anyway and we'll send you the recording.August 29, 2023MarketPulse'Soft' trucking conditions likely for at least another yearHistorical trends suggest trucking conditions will remain soft through at least mid-2024.August 29, 2023BusinessATRI opens annual Top Industry Issues surveyCarriers are asked to weigh in on their top industry concerns by Sept. 29. Also: Navistar recalls HV, MV models for driveshaft issue; Trail King recalls trailer add-ons; Yokohama recalls severe-duty tires.August 29, 2023TrucksVolvo triples size of customer experience trackThe Volvo Trucks Customer Center has completed significant structural upgrades to the facility’s customer experience track in Dublin, Virginia. Also: OOIDA fires back at safety groups over speed limiters; DNJ Intermodal expands in Wisconsin.August 28, 2023RegulationsSafety groups urge Congress to oppose efforts to block speed limitersWith bills introduced in both the U.S. House and Senate that would block FMCSA from mandating speed limiters, safety groups are voicing their opposition. Also: Wildfires prompt Canadian HOS waivers; STG Logistics expands in Canada; more.August 25, 2023Economic 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, 2023Previous PagePage 95 of 215Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyCourt halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providersThe court's rulings pause the implementation of the surcharge and allow Bestpass by Fleetworthy and PrePass to continue their participation in NYSTA’s existing Standard Commercial Charge Account program while the court reviews legal and procedural issues related to the authority's newly established program.BusinessAbilene Motor Express folding into Swift TransportationBusinessQuantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy TransportMergers & AcquisitionsKoch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisitionFeatured Sponsor4 Tips for Improving Fleet Cybersecurity
