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Drivers•by Steven Martinez•November 13, 2019

Trucking Group Challenges California Independent Contractor Law

The California Trucking Association and two California-based owner-operators filed a lawsuit challenging the "ABC" employment test mandated by the state's new independent contractor law, which the group says threatens the livelihood of independent truck drivers and is pre-empted by federal law.

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Safety & Compliance•by Staff•November 13, 2019

Brake Safety Week Puts 13.5% of Trucks Out of Service for Violations

While the vast majority of trucks inspected during CVSA's Brake Safety Week passed roadside inspections, over 4,600 vehicles were placed out of service for critical brake-related violations.

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Equipment•by Staff•November 12, 2019

Hyundai Completes its First Successful Truck Platooning Trial

Hyundai Motor Company successfully conducted its first platooning test involving two commercial trucks on the Yeoju Smart Highway in South Korea, while replicating real-world conditions.

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Fuel Smarts•by Staff•November 12, 2019

Daimler Launches E-Mobility Ecosystem to Consult with Fleets on Going Electric

Daimler is launching an E-Mobility Ecosystem consutling business to help fleets find out if their operations would be suitable for electric trucks.

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Fuel Smarts•by Staff•November 11, 2019

Jacobs Vehicle Systems Launches Nationwide Tech Tour

A Jacobs Vehicle Systems truck, loaded with technological enhancements to promote better fuel consumption, reduce harmful emissions and improve engine braking capabilities, is now touring North America.

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Fleet Management•by Steven Martinez•November 8, 2019

Driver Detention Remains a Balancing Act, Study Finds

Time is money in the trucking business. Yet, with carriers, shippers and brokers agreeing that detention is a problem, solving the issue is a delicate balancing act – with no side willing to take full blame.

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Aftermarket•by Staff•November 8, 2019

FleetPride Opens Illinois Distribution Center

FleetPride has opened a new 150,000 -square-foot distribution center in Elgin, Ill., replacing its existing facility in nearby Bolingbrook.

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Fleet Management•by Staff•November 8, 2019

Continental Unveils Predictive Driving Technology

Continental's technology division unveiled three new advanced vehicle control and interface systems at the NACV Show in Atlanta.

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Fuel Smarts•by Staff•November 7, 2019

Mercedes-Benz Electric Truck Testing Returns Promising Results

Mercedes-Benz has been testing its all-electric eActros commercial trucks in real-world usage for about a year. So far, it has received positive feedback for using the electric vehicles in short range distribution applications.

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Equipment•by Staff•November 7, 2019

Weak October Class 8 Truck Orders Signal Subdued 2020

Class 8 truck orders hit a high point for 2019 in October; however, in what is traditionally a great month for truck orders, that performance marked the weakest level since 2016, according to preliminary reports.

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