After trucking companies had to fork over thousands of dollars to get their trucks that had been towed off by a Memphis towing company, their complaints resulted in the company getting its permit suspended. A new study on predatory towing practices shows it's not an isolated case.
Ten more electronic logging devices have been removed from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's list of registered ELDs fleets and drivers can use to meet the mandatory ELD regulations.
With its acquisition of The GTI Group, Canada Cartage Corporation is expanding into the U.S. market for the first time in its 110-year history.
Forum Mobility said its charging depot in the Port of Long Beach will be able to handle up to 200 trucks per day. The company suggests it will take about 90 minutes to charge a Class 8 truck, depending on battery size.
Bestpass, known for its toll management and payment platform, has acquired Fleetworth Solutions. Through the combination of the two, Bestpass says it now covers all aspects of tolling, compliance, and safety for commercial fleets.
Continental has added new tire pressure monitoring capabilities with the launch of a valve cap sensor that communicates with the company’s existing telematics platforms.
Joel Morrow is pushing the envelope for oil drain intervals with his Volvo VNL, setting his sights on 200,000 miles. He’s worked closely with Volvo on several cutting-edge engineering initiatives.
United Petroleum Transports is in the process of acquiring Patriot Transportation Holding and its subsidiary Florida Rock & Tank Lines.
A report by the American Transportation Research Institute found that 30% of tow company invoices resulting from accidents charge excessive hourly or per-pound rates.
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has adopted a policy in support of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration moving forward to launch Beyond Compliance, a safety program that was approved in 2015 but has not yet come to fruition.
J. J. Keller’s Live Regulatory Update Service delivers a live presentation to keep companies up to date with relevant safety and compliance changes and best practices.
During the recent Cummins-Meritor PSI Fleet Technology Event, HDT joined the tour of the PSI production facility in San Antonio, Texas, to see how automatic tire inflation systems are made.
Fifth wheels are a safety-critical feature that often doesn't get the attention it should. Fontaine Fifth Wheel's SmartConnect aims to change that, with driver alerts and predictive maintenance for fleet managers.
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