Trucks
Business
Technology
Workforce
Products
Regulations
CCJ Top 250
Safety & Compliance: Page 11
Business
FMCSA meeting with ELD makers Friday to discuss tech specs
FMCSA says the meeting is intended for representatives of ELD vendors to present questions and discuss issues related to the transition from automatic onboard recording devices (AOBRDs) to ELDs, to discuss the data transfer process and related technical questions and more
September 2, 2019
Business
FMCSA sets second hours of service listening session for Sept. 17
The first listening session on the proposed hours changes was held at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas. Among talking points from truck drivers at that session were the proposed split sleeper berth provisions, as well as giving drivers the ability to split their 30-minute break into shorter breaks.
September 2, 2019
Sponsor Content
The new Volvo Trucks configurator
Volvo Trucks North America
The new Volvo VNL’s features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.
July 7, 2025
Business
More than 12,000 trucks placed out of service during Roadcheck
Of the 67,072 inspections, 45,568 of those were full Level I inspections that landed 9,817 (or 21.5%) of those trucks out of service.
August 30, 2019
Business
ATA, inspectors request extension of hours of service comment period
Citing complexity of the hours regs and the need for strong data and comments, ATA and CVSA have asked for an extension of the current 45-day comment period of hours regs.
August 28, 2019
Business
Drivers push for 30-minute break flexibility in first hours of service listening session
Though the subject of split sleeper berth provisions was a common talking point among those who commented, it was another split that drew more attention — the ability for drivers to divide their required 30-minute break into multiple, shorter breaks.
August 27, 2019
Business
Nationwide brake inspection spree looms
This year the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Brake Safety inspection week will focus on brake hoses and tubing. More information here on CCJ
August 26, 2019
Business
Hours of service comment period open until Oct. 7
Trucking industry stakeholders and the public at large have 45 days — until Oct. 7 — to file formal feedback for the U.S. DOT to consider when crafting a rule to overhaul federal hours of service regulations.
August 22, 2019
Business
Industry groups mostly supportive of proposed hours of service changes
The American Trucking Associations, Truckload Carriers Association and Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association supported the proposed changes, while the International Brotherhood of Teamsters expressed safety concerns.
August 14, 2019
Business
DOT officially floats HOS changes that would alter 14-hour clock, 30-minute break
The U.S. DOT has officially announced proposed changes to federal hours of service regulations for truck operators. Chiefly, the proposed changes, if made final, would allow drivers to pause their 14-hour clock for up to three hours in a shift and go off-duty in that time period.
August 14, 2019
Business
FMCSA effectively shuts down trucker after fatal crash
A Missouri-based trucker was driving in a work zone along I-465 eastbound in Indianapolis on July 14 when his truck, traveling faster than the posted speed limit, hit a line of cars. Two young children and their mother were killed, and seven others were hospitalized.
August 8, 2019
Business
Unannounced brake inspection spree leads to 1,600 trucks placed out of service
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announced commercial vehicle inspectors conducted 10,358 inspections across the U.S. and Canada and sidelined 1,667 (16.1%) of those trucks.
August 8, 2019
Business
FMCSA increases fines for trucking regs violations
The FMCSA increased fines for trucking regulation violations, affective immediately. For more details and updated penalty values, visit CCJ.
July 31, 2019
Business
FMCSA accepting comments to help redefine, clarify hours regs for livestock, ag haulers
The FMCSA is seeking feedback on how to define agricultural commodities and hours of service regulations for agriculture and livestock haulers. Details on CCJ.
July 30, 2019
Business
Comment period opens for move to allow drivers to take CDL test outside of home state
The FMCSA is proposing a rule that will allow drivers to take general and specialized knowledge tests for their CDL in a state other than their home state.
July 29, 2019
Business
FMCSA to explore prevalence of harassment against female, minority truckers
The FMCSA proposes a study to be conducted to explore harassment and assaults against female and minority male truck drivers. Learn more on CCJ today.
July 26, 2019
Business
TruckPark integrates parking app with Utech’s ELD
The TruckPark app developed to help truck drivers find safe and secure parking is available to fleets using Utech’s ELD, GPSTab. More details on CCJ.
July 23, 2019
Business
Zonar checklist helps to prepare for final ELD mandate
Zonar's guide for fleet managers outlines how to find the best system, avoid faulty products or services, and reach full compliance by the final ELD deadline.
July 22, 2019
Business
FMCSA denies ELD exemption request for small carriers
The FMCSA has denied the ELD exemption request bc the application did not meet regulatory standards for an exemption. Find out more information here on CCJ.
July 16, 2019
Previous Page
Page 11 of 60
Next Page
Top Stories
Cybersecurity
NMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technology
The trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.
Business
Kandel Transport acquired by Nagle Companies
Business
Marten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to return
Regulations
U.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck drivers
Featured Sponsor
Cargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
Get all the info on the top 250 trucking companies in America
View, sort and download the trucking industry’s most comprehensive ranking of for-hire carriers in North America, based on a blend of metrics including fleet size, annual revenue and number of drivers.
White Papers
In House or Outsourced Maintenance
The decision between bringing fleet maintenance in-house versus outsourcing is a pivotal one that could significantly affect your operations.
