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Box truck human trafficking bust in Texas; delivery van crammed with illegal immigrants found in California
A box truck carrying 17 illegal immigrants was discovered recently at a U.S. border checkpoint on Interstate 35 near Laredo, Texas. U.S. Customs and Border Protection reports that all of the immigrants were in good health and that the driver, a U.S. citizen, was arrested on human trafficking charges. “These criminal organizations view these individuals […]
February 27, 2018
Trucks
Georgia looks to add trucks-only lanes on I-75 south of Atlanta
The Georgia Department of Transportation is currently in the planning stages for trucks-only lanes south of Atlanta on I-75, which the state says are intended to reduce freight congestion around the city. The proposed lanes would allow trucks and other commercial vehicles to travel in barrier-separated lanes from four-wheel traffic. The preliminary proposal has the lanes going […]
February 27, 2018
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Hit by cybercrime: experts advise fleets at Omnitracs event
Regis Billings, an FBI agent and cybercrime expert, recently investigated a case where a transportation company lost $340,000 in one transaction. The crime began by infiltrating the home laptop of an employee of the company. The criminal monitored his work transactions and correspondence to find a way to get behind the corporate firewall to misdirect […]
February 26, 2018
Vocational
Ritchie Bros.’ Orlando auction rakes in over $278M, setting new record
Twelve thousand plus equipment items and trucks spread out over 226 acres sold in just six days at Ritchie Bros.’ premier Orlando auction, reaching over $278 million in sales and making it Ritchie Bros.’ largest auction ever in its 60-year history. More than 13,350 bidders from 90 countries registered to participate in the Feb. 19 – […]
February 26, 2018
Trucks
CARB to begin blocking certain trucks’ DMV registrations in 2020
Carriers domiciled in California with trucks older than 2011 model, or using engines manufactured before 2010, will need to meet the Board’s new Truck and Bus Regulation beginning in 2020 or their vehicles will be blocked from registration with the state’s DMV, the state has said. The new “health-based requirements” will need to be met […]
February 25, 2018
Vocational
Mahindra’s latest UTV is tops in horsepower and towing
Mahindra recently launched its most powerful UTV yet, which offers industry-leading horsepower and towing capacity. The 1000cc Retriever packs 83 horsepower which can get the vehicle up to 60 mph and deliver best-in-class towing at 2,500 pounds. “Our dealers are enjoying great success with the Retriever line-up and we are pleased to add the 83-horsepower […]
February 25, 2018
Vocational
Five dead after semi crashes into oncoming traffic on I-10 in Southern California
At least five people were killed and others injured after a semi drove through a center guardrail today on Interstate 10 in Southern California and crashed into oncoming traffic. One of the responding officers told The Los Angeles Times that it was one of the worst crashes he’s seen. Debris and overturned vehicles covered the […]
February 22, 2018
Trucks
Tesla Semi speeds down a California street
Another video of a Tesla Semi has emerged, but this one more clearly shows the truck’s talent for quick acceleration. Yes, the posted speed is only 25 mph, yet about three seconds into the clip you’ll see the truck’s tires spinning up dirt and launching the Class 8 EV down the road. Though the location […]
February 22, 2018
Vocational
More industry confidence spurring Ritchie Bros. record-breaking Orlando auction
With nearly 13,000 items up for bid, Ritchie Bros. has been busy hosting its largest unreserved auction yet in Orlando this week. Spread out over 226 acres near the intersection of Interstate 4 and U.S. Route 27 is a sea of cranes, excavators, dump trucks, semis, bulldozers, box trucks, pickups, vans and so much more. […]
February 22, 2018
Trucks
UPS, Workhorse to build electric delivery vans
Alternative powertrains are known for much higher up-front costs–or at least that’s been the case until today. UPS announced today that its partnership with Workhorse Group will result in 50 plug-in electric delivery trucks that will be roughly the same price as conventional-fueled trucks without any subsidies. The comparable price is an industry first, according […]
February 22, 2018
Business
UPS partnering with Workhorse to develop fully electric Class 5 delivery truck
UPS will deploy several electric delivery trucks and will also partner up with Workhorse Group to design the electric delivery trucks from scratch. More on CCJ.
February 22, 2018
Business
EPA told to disregard glider emissions study conclusions pending investigation
Tennessee Technological University has told the Environmental Protection Agency to disregard a glider emissions study until it is validated. Details here.
February 22, 2018
Trucks
Mercedes all-electric eActros trucks to undergo fleet testing
Mercedes-Benz Trucks announced today that its all-electric eActros straight truck will enter real-world testing in Germany and Switzerland. Ten cab-over trucks, which offer a range of up to 125 miles, will be distributed among 10 fleets that normally use diesel-powered trucks to deliver groceries, building supplies and raw materials. Two variants with a gross vehicle […]
February 21, 2018
Trucks
Diesel prices fall to nearly $3 flat
Diesel fuel prices tumbled for the second week in a row, resulting in a nearly 6-cent decrease over the last two weeks after starting the year with six weeks of consecutive increases. The Department of Energy’s latest fuel pricing numbers have the U.S.’ average for a gallon of on-highway diesel at $3.027, down 3.6 cents […]
February 21, 2018
Vocational
Tire flies off semi on highway & strikes dump truck
Tire debris, or road gators, are pretty common on the highway—but how about an entire tire rolling down an interstate?! A trucker driving recently on U.S. 266 said an intact tire came off a semi and rolled into the path of a dump truck. The trucker’s dashcam caught all the action. No injuries were reported. […]
February 21, 2018
Business
Paccar recalling nearly 2,000 Kenworth, Peterbilt tractors for transmission issue
Almost 2,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks are being recalled due to an issue with certain transmissions. Read more about the transmission issues here on CCJ.
February 21, 2018
Business
Planning downtime through remote diagnostics
Remote diagnostics is able to plan for service times and fix minor issues while on the road. Find out what company takes advantage of this right here on CCJ!
February 21, 2018
Trucks
Bad brakes lead to diesel tanker fire
Bad brakes are to blame for a diesel tanker truck fire today in Woburn, Mass. No injuries were reported in the early morning blaze which led to an evacuation. The truck’s brakes ignited, firefighters said, and then caught the tank on fire. “I called 911, said there is a truck on fire and he is […]
February 20, 2018
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