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Fleet Managementby StaffDecember 9, 2015

Mesilla Valley to Use SmartDrive on 1,300 Trucks

Mesilla Valley Transportation says it has selected SmartDrive’s video-based safety device for its fleet of more than 1,300 tractors.

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Fleet Managementby Evan LockridgeDecember 9, 2015

For-Hire Freight Shipments Hit Highest Level of 2015

A measure of the amount of freight moved by for-hire transportation in the U.S. rebounded following a one-month decline, according to new U.S. Transportation Department figures.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffDecember 9, 2015

Westport to Advance Natural Gas Tech With Grant

The work will feature Westport's enhanced spark ignited (ESI) natural gas engine technology and demonstrate "High Frequency Corona Discharge Ignition" on an OEM partner's engine.

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Safety & Complianceby StaffDecember 9, 2015

Proposed Rule Would Require Seat Belts for Passengers in Commercial Trucks

FMCSA is asking for public comment on a proposal to require passengers riding in property-carrying commercial motor vehicles to use safety belts.

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Productsby StaffDecember 8, 2015

FMCSA Extends Regulatory Exemption for Bendix Windshield Cam

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has received a regulatory two-year exemption extension for the video camera component for two of its commercial vehicle safety systems from the FMCSA.

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Maintenanceby StaffDecember 8, 2015

Memphis Tire Dealers Joins Marangoni Family of Retreaders

Quality Tire & Service of Munford, Tenn., has joined the Marangoni Tread North America family of independent retreaders, the company announced.

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Fleet Managementby StaffDecember 8, 2015

Women In Trucking Seeks Nominations for Logistics Award

The deadline for the 2016 Women In Trucking Distinguished Woman in Logistics award has been set for Dec. 31, and the organization is still seeking nominations.

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Safety & Complianceby StaffDecember 8, 2015

NHTSA Proposes More Effective Rear Impact Guards

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has proposed rules that would require “more robust” rear impact guards on trailers and semitrailers. The stronger guards would remain effective at up to 35 mph – compared to 30 mph for current guards.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffDecember 8, 2015

Fuel Prices Lowest of the Year

Diesel and gasoline prices dropped again in the first week of December, setting new lows for the year, according to the latest numbers from the Energy Department.

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Aftermarketby StaffDecember 8, 2015

ConMet Named Top Performer by Paccar

Consolidated Metco has been recognized as a top performer by Paccar as part of its Supplier Performance Management Program for 2015.

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