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Court rules against owner-operator emissions flexibility options for California emissions regs

The Superior Court of Fresno directed the California Air Resources Board on June 9 to void the amendments to its Truck & Bus Rule. CARB says the amendments will remain in effect, however, while it appeals the court ruling. The court decision did not affect the Truck & Bus Rule itself.

June 13, 2016

Final version of next phase of truck emissions, fuel economy regulations advances

The agencies introduced the proposed rule last June that will begin taking effect for model year 2018 trailers and 2021 for tractors. The plan goes through 2027, when the entire vehicle – engine, truck and trailer – will be required to meet the standards.

June 8, 2016

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Major carrier to start charging California compliance surcharge

The strict California regulatory environment has prompted one of the country’s largest fleets to institute a nearly $6 surcharge for every load going into our out of California.

April 13, 2016

Navistar settles with SEC over probe into company’s 2010 emissions strategy; former CEO hit with charges

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced April 1 that Navistar International Corporation has agreed to pay $7.5 million to settle the criminal investigation into whether the company intentionally mislead investors about its progress in meeting 2010 emissions standards.

April 1, 2016

The International ProStar

DOT, EPA seeking comments on new data related to Phase 2 of greenhouse gas emissions standards

New data related to the next round of emissions standards for heavy trucks has prompted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency to ask for public comments on the new data and information.

March 1, 2016

NY, NJ ports propose banning older trucks

The proposal also would deny access to trucks with 1994 and 1995 engines by Jan. 1, 2018.

January 11, 2016

Emission mandates steering engineers to better MPGs, performance

Following the Volkswagen diesel debacle, a higher level of scrutiny is expected as emissions mandates continue to tighten.

January 8, 2016

The 2017 Cummins ISX15

Industry supports goals, questions strategies of proposed Phase 2 emissions and fuel economy regulations

The proposal yielded hundreds of thousands of comments, with trucking industry stakeholders mostly saying they agree with the purpose of the regs, but see flaws in the EPA’s massive rule. Here’s what equipment manufacturers and carrier interest groups said.

December 7, 2015

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Mitchell 1 adds 2015 truck repair data to TruckSeries software suite

Mitchell 1 has completed model year 2015 updates to its TruckSeries software suite, covering repair information, labor estimating and diagnostic trouble code procedures for all makes of medium and heavy trucks. TruckSeries is the only comprehensive repair information software suite of its kind available for Class 4-8 trucks, delivering a one-stop, single log-in, all-makes data […]

October 28, 2015

EPA enforces Calif. emissions regs, carrier hit with $400k in fines over DPF violations

A Virginia trucking company will pay $100,000 to the Environmental Protection Agency and an additional $290,000 to California in the first federal enforcement of the state’s Truck and Bus Regulation.

October 12, 2015

9. CARB gives relief to small carriers and owner-operators on Truck & Bus rule

California adopts rule to require 10 percent reduction truck-caused carbon emissions by 2020

The California Air Resources Board announced last week it has re-adopted a Low Carbon Fuel Standard, which requires a 10 percent reduction in the carbon intensity of transportation fuels by 2020.

September 29, 2015

9. CARB gives relief to small carriers and owner-operators on Truck & Bus rule

EPA rep: Next round of emissions regs won’t cause performance problems seen with Phase I

EPA representative Matt Spears said the emissions regulations will make the country’s fleet “the most technologically advanced and fuel efficient” in the world. Fleets and owner-operators have been skeptical of the regulations’ impact on truck costs.

September 24, 2015

Comment period for proposed fuel economy, emissions regs extended to Oct. 1

Here’s how to comment on the proposed fuel economy and GHG emissions regulations.

September 1, 2015

Customer acceptance of upcoming emissions standards at the forefront of Phase II public hearing

Industry stakeholders, including those representing truck makers, fleets and owner-operators, along with some environmental activists, spoke Thursday at a hearing on the next phase of fuel economy and emissions standards for heavy trucks.

August 7, 2015

Diesel fuel dispenser

EPA, DOT to hold public hearings on next round of emissions, fuel economy regs

The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation have announced they will hold two public hearings on the upcoming so-called Phase 2 of federal emissions and fuel economy standards for heavy-duty trucks.

July 27, 2015

Diesel fuel dispenser

International scores major Class 8 tractor order

International Truck announced that it has received an order for 1,050 new trucks from an unnamed North American fleet. The company also reports that the customer has indicated that it will order an additional 7,950 Trucks later this month. The three-year agreement is for International ProStar and LoneStar Class 8 tractors powered by Cummins ISX-15 engines. The […]

July 21, 2015

Among the most striking features on the ultra-aero International ProStar are chassis skirts that fully cover the drag wheels.

Provision that would exempt glider kits from Phase 2 emissions regs unlikely to pass, ATD says

The American Truck Dealers says H.R. 2822 – which includes an amendment that would prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency, for one year, from using funds to include the regulation of glider kits in the EPA’s controversial “Phase II” fuel economy/greenhouse gas proposed rule – is unlikely to pass, as it was pulled from the House floor.

July 16, 2015

Fitzgerald Glider Kits’ Byrdstown, Tenn., factory.

Judge again dismisses most of OOIDA lawsuit against Calif. emissions regs, transfers case

The federal judge overseeing the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association’s lawsuit challenging California emissions standards has again dismissed most of the owner-driver advocacy group’s claims.

July 16, 2015

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Partnerships with MC Tank Lines and Leahy Transport brings the Quantix network to more than 70 locations.

Quantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy Transport

Partnering with MC Tank Lines and Leahy Transport further strengthens Quantix's carrier network, the company said.

Koch said their Strategic acquisition of SOS to accelerates growth, expands reach, and bolsters geographic and industry-specific offerings for Koch Logistics & Warehousing.

Koch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisition

USA Truck was acquired by DB Schenker in June 2022 for approximately $435 million, and DB Schenker was subsequently acquired by DSV in April 2025. Prior to its own acquisition, DB Schenker had been shopping USA Truck, and DSV decided to divest the asset almost immediately.

'Welcome home': USA Truck acquired by former, current leadership team

Dart will retain use of its name and says that the transaction will not affect day-to-day operations.

Dart Transit acquired by private equity firm

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