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03/02/2022

How the war in Ukraine will impact trucking and logistics

In the wake Russia's invasion of Ukraine fleets can expect inflation, some hiccups in semiconductor production and a media blitz around anyone showing competent leadership during the crisis.

03/01/2022

Woody Bogler Trucking turns to crypto in new age of driver appreciation

New company drivers hired in the first quarter this year will receive an NFT upon completion of their orientation and training.

02/28/2022

FMCSA shuts down Texas-based driver after fatal crash

The truck driver struck and killed a Tennessee sheriff's officer along I-75 and was subsequently found to be under the influence of ma*****na at the time of the crash.

02/25/2022

Try this ‘modern’ fleet management checklist

During the past 20 years, transportation management software (TMS) systems have evolved. Read more on CCJ.

02/24/2022

PREACH!

02/24/2022

Bills introduced in Congress would end Biden's cross-border vax mandates for truckers

The new legislation would allow Canadian and Mexican truck drivers to enter the U.S. without COVID vaccination. Also: FMCSA working to add brokers to complaint database; former Rhode Island fleet owner suspended by FMCSA.

02/23/2022

One Hard Thing Mentally Strong People Do When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned

The trick is to enjoy life. Don't wish away all your days waiting for better ones ahead. Just appreciate where you are. You've come a long way, and you're still learning and growing. Be thankful for the lessons. Take them and make the best of things right now.

02/22/2022

Cummins set to acquire Meritor for $3.7 billion

The two companies have entered into a definitive agreement. Read CCJ for more.

02/21/2022

What to Know About Being a Yard Jockey

A Yard Jockey is a driver who moves trailers within a cargo yard, terminal or warehouse. Though it may not seem like it, yard jockeys are the life force of any yard.

02/18/2022

With rising CPI, how fleets should address finance, maintenance agreements

With a rising Consumer Price Index, fleets should pay attention to their lease and maintenance contracts. More on CCJ.

02/18/2022

More charged in Louisiana staged-accident scheme targeting fleets, insurers

Seven more individuals have been charged in the widespread case, bringing the total charged to 47. Also: Kenworth receives largest BEV order to date; third-party CDL examiner pleads guilty.

02/17/2022

Safety violations lead FMCSA to shut down small Texas carrier

FMCSA determined that 4 Life Transport had connections with another Texas-based carrier that it shut down in January. Also: New EPA truck emissions regs in the works; C.H. Robinson, Waymo partner for autonomous runs in Texas.