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Fleet Managementby Evan LockridgeDecember 2, 2016

Economic Watch: Unemployment Lowest Since Great Recession

Unemployment in the U.S. continued falling in November, hitting its lowest level since 2007, according to Labor Department figures issued Friday, as the trucking industry also contributed to some of the job additions.

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Driversby David CullenDecember 2, 2016

FMCSA Approves Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse

The long-anticipated final rule to establish a national drug and alcohol clearinghouse for commercial truck and bus drivers has at last been released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The rule goes into effect on January 4, 2017, with a compliance date of January 2020.

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Fuel Smartsby Tom BergDecember 2, 2016

Nikola One Fuel Cell Electric Truck Promises High Fuel Economy, Low Maintenance

If enthusiasm ensures success, Nikola One, the fuel cell-electric long-haul tractor unveiled Thursday night in Salt Lake City, is a sure thing. It promises low maintenance and high fuel economy, but production is still a ways away.

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Fuel Smartsby Jack RobertsDecember 1, 2016

Nikola to Unveil Electric Class 8, Strategic Partnership with Ryder

The day has finally arrived when Nikola Motor Company will unveil its electric Class 8 tractor tonight at a press event at the company's Salt Lake City headquarters.

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Fleet Managementby StaffDecember 1, 2016

Women In Trucking Seeks Nominations for Logistics Award

Women In Trucking and Truckstop.com are seeking nominations for the 2017 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award, which recognizes the achievements and leadership of women in logistics in North America.

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Fleet Managementby StaffDecember 1, 2016

KLLM to Join the Trucking Alliance

KLLM Transport Services has accepted an invitation to join the Alliance for Driver Safety & Security, also known as the Trucking Alliance, beginning in 2017.

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Fleet Managementby Evan LockridgeDecember 1, 2016

Economic Watch: Manufacturing, Construction Post Impressive Gains

In another sign the U.S. economy is gathering more steam, two reports released Thursday morning showed a strong rebound in the nation’s manufacturing sector while another indicated construction remains strong following earlier positive indicators.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffDecember 1, 2016

Chevron: Reformulated Delo 400 Engine Oils Boast Higher Performance

Chevron Products Company rolled out an expanded line of Delo 400 heavy-duty diesel engine oils on Dec. 1, the same day that oils formulated to meet the new API CK-4 and FA-4 service categories became eligible to to be marketed and sold.

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Fleet Managementby StaffNovember 30, 2016

Ohio DOT, Otto Initiate 'Smart Mobility Corridor'

The State of Ohio is investing $15 million to install advanced highway technology along its the 35‑mile stretch of U.S. 33 northwest of Columbus.

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Fleet Managementby StaffNovember 30, 2016

TransForce Changing Name to Reflect Expansion

Transportation and logistics company TransForce announced that it intends to change its corporate name to TFI International to reflect the increased geographic scope of its operations.

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