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Driversby Heavy Duty Trucking StaffJuly 23, 2021

FMCSA to States: Phase Out Paper CDL Disqualifications

A final rule issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration revises existing regulations to require that states implement a system and practices for the “exclusively electronic exchange” of driver history record information through the Commercial Driver's License Information System.

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Fleet Managementby Heavy Duty Trucking StaffJuly 22, 2021

TCA Launches Trucking Image Initiative

The Truckload Carriers Association is partnering with LaunchIt Public Relations to develop and roll out a comprehensive campaign “to showcase the trucking industry and the strength and pride of the people in it.”

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Fuel Smartsby Heavy Duty Trucking Staff July 22, 2021

XL Fleet, eNow Partner to Electrify Refrigerated Trailers

XL Fleet will supply battery and power electronics systems for the first 1,000 units of eNow’s new electrified refrigerated trailer solutions.

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Fleet Managementby StaffJuly 22, 2021

Uber Freight to Acquire Transplace

Uber Freight is acquiring third-party logistics company Transplace for approximately $2.25 billion, saying the move will create one of the leading logistics technology platforms.

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Driversby David CullenJuly 22, 2021

Study: The Dangers of Distracted Truck Drivers

The most distracted truck drivers are nearly 72% more likely to be involved in a “near collision” than other drivers, according to new data insights released July 22 by Omnitracs.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffJuly 21, 2021

New Gamification Software to Improve Driver Fuel Efficiency

TruckLabs launched TripDynamics, a gamified software platform for driver engagement, real‐time feedback, and miles‐per‐gallon performance measurement.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffJuly 21, 2021

Oakland Port Launches Electric Truck Project

The Port of Oakland debuted ten new battery electric Peterbilt trucks and will construct 10 electric charging stations at the port-based trucking operation Shippers Transport Express.

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Driversby Heavy Duty Trucking StaffJuly 21, 2021

Study: Foodservice Drivers Earn Far Above Average

The average annual wage for Class A CDL delivery drivers working in foodservice distribution now stands just shy of $70,000, according to a study released by the International Foodservice Distributors Association.

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Fleet Managementby StaffJuly 20, 2021

Supply Chain, Driver Shortage Issues Affect Truck Tonnage

Truck tonnage has flattened out, according to the American Trucking Associations, which has seen its tonnage Index fall slightly for two months in a row.

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Fleet Managementby StaffJuly 20, 2021

Nominations Open for Influential Woman in Trucking Award

The Women In Trucking Association's 2021 Influential Woman in Trucking award honors women in the transportation industry who make or influence key decisions, and mentor and serve as a role model to other women in the industry.

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