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Test drive: 2016 Ford Transit commercial van

The commercial van Ford has tapped to replace E-Series got a few upgrades for the 2016 model year.

December 11, 2015

The standard 3.7-liter V6 engine provides 275 hp and 260 lb.-ft. of torque.

Test drive: 2016 Ford Transit 350 HD

It didn’t even take a full model year for Ford’s newest commercial van entry, Transit – the van destined to phase out the company’s blue collar E-Series – to become the best selling van in the U.S. Transit is built in Kansas City where the assembly plant casts its shadow over a dozen upfitters within 30 […]

December 10, 2015

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Longer tractor-trailers placed in critical U.S. budget bill

After being rejected by the Senate twice already, supporters of longer tractor trailers are carefully watching a stop-gap spending bill rider that may pass the House on Friday and make their goal a reality.

December 10, 2015

Electronic logging device mandate set for publication, will take effect Dec. 2017

A federal rule to require truck operators to use electronic logging devices to keep records of duty status is slated to be published Friday. The rule will take effect in early December 2017.

December 10, 2015

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Volvo becomes first OEM to endorse renewable diesel

Volvo is the first OEM to endorse renewable diesel as the second-generation alternative fuel continues to enjoy increasing popularity among fleets.

December 9, 2015

Volvo is the first OEM to endorse renewable diesel, a second generation alternative fuel whose popularity continues to grow quickly among fleets.

Moran Family offers vehicle winterizing tips

The Moran Family of Brands recommends that drivers in freezing cold climates prepare their vehicles by following their five tips.

December 9, 2015

The Moran Family of Brands, which includes Alta Mere and Mr. Transmission, suggests following their five tips for vehicle winterization.

State of California going with renewable diesel

California has inked contracts with four renewable diesel companies that will be providing the alternative fuel for roughly 14,000 vehicles operated by the state.

December 9, 2015

CCJ Innovator: Mesilla Valley validates every technology in effort to conserve fuel

Mesilla Valley also is on the leading edge of aerodynamic add-ons, some of which the company has developed itself. But it looks fleetwide — including to mega prizes for drivers — to chase as many tenths of a mile per gallon as it can.

December 9, 2015

Mesilla Valley Transportation uses its telematics system to create daily exception reports broken down by fleet manager so they can see a ranking of their drivers for various data, including number of miles, mpg and idle time.

Kelley Blue Book: Truck and SUV sales still driving the market

Over the past year, U.S. truck and SUV sales have increased the average price of vehicle, according to Kelley Blue Book.

December 8, 2015

The average price for an auto in the U.S. for the month of November rose only .7 percent over last year, and according to Kelley Blue Book, that increase is largely owed to truck and SUV sales.

Fleet manager feedback: Oakland remains happy with renewable diesel

Richard Battersby, fleet manager of the City of Oakland, talks to hardworkingtrucks.com about switching the city's diesel fleet to renewable diesel.

December 8, 2015

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World’s first modular electric CUV on display at N.J. expo

Cenntro Automotive is hoping the payload capacity and versatility its electric compact utility vehicle will go over big at the New Jersey Turfgrass Association's Green Expo today through Friday.

December 8, 2015

Cenntro Metro, the world’s first modular electric CUV, will be at the New Jersey Turfgrass Association Expo today through Friday.

Biofuel giant Abengoa closes another ethanol plant, U.S. headquarters next

More bad news from international biofuel giant Abengoa as news emerges that the insolvent company shuttered another ethanol plant and will be closing its U.S. headquarters.

December 8, 2015

Layoffs continue for international biofuel giant Abengoa, with at least one U.S. newspaper reporting that the company has already filed for bankruptcy. Pictured here is Abengoa’s 1-year-old ethanol plant in Hugoton, Ks., which was shut-down last week.

Volvo truck video goes viral thanks to 4-year-old who can’t drive

Volvo has garnered millions of hits on YouTube thanks to the reckless driving antics of a 4-year-old girl.

December 7, 2015

Volvo Trucks announces layoff for Virginia plant

A drop in tractor trailer sales is to blame for Volvo Trucks' recent decision to lay off hundreds of workers at its manufacturing plant in Dublin, Va.

December 7, 2015

Volvo Trucks’ manufacturing plant in Dublin, Va. will begin laying off hundreds of workers in February amid what the company says is a decreasing demand for tractor trailers in North America.

Fleet auction this weekend in Florida

Fleet vehicles in Florida will be offered for sale during a no-reserve auction this Saturday in Riviera Beach.

December 7, 2015

This Altec L42A over-center bucket truck will be up for auction along with hundreds of other fleet vehicles and equipment this Saturday in Riviera Beach, Fla.

Natural gas coalition applauds passage of transportation bill

Natural gas advocates are celebrating the passage of the U.S. 5-year transportation bill which they say will help expand their market reach and help them compete more with diesel.

December 7, 2015

NGVAmerica, a natural gas coalition that represents 230-plus companies, is celebrating Congress’ passage of the 5-year transportation bill which is expected to boost the natural gas industry.

Neste welcomes EPA’s decision to increase renewable fuels

The EPA's decision this week to raise the level of renewable fuels in the nation's fuel supply was welcomed by renewable diesel manufacturer Neste Corporation.

December 7, 2015

Neste Corporation, the largest provider of renewable diesel in the U.S., welcomed the EPA’s decision this week to increase the amount of renewable fuels in the nation’s fuel supply.

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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GP Transco upgraded its in-house TMS with two AI-powered tools to improve driver/load planning and reduce inefficiencies. Currently, 95% of load entries are automated through data robots and EDI, minimizing mismatched loads, reducing planner workload and boosting customer satisfaction. The company was named CCJ's Innovator of the Year Thursday night. Pictured are CEO Dominic Zastarskis and Amos Savickas, EVP of Operations.

GP Transco named CCJ's Innovator of the Year

Commercial Carrier Journal has named Joliet, Illinois-based GP Transco its 2026 CCJ Innovator of the Year.

Truck Accidents Freight Broker Liability

Should brokers be liable in the event of a truck crash?

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Will Werner's $245M FirstFleet buy signal new era of dedicated trucking consolidation?

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Former Montgomery Transport trucks, trailers, other assets up for auction

With the addition of FirstFleet, Werner is expected to grow its Dedicated revenues by approximately 50% and become North America's fifth-largest Dedicated carrier by power units. The transaction also increases Werner’s share in more resilient categories such as grocery and baked goods.

Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M

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