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News · Jul 11, 2019

Breaking News: 400-truck LTL carrier suddenly shuts down (with video)

"Sources reached out to FreightWaves on the afternoon of July 11 to report that less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier LME has suddenly and abruptly shut its doors, notifying shippers they were ceasing operations." - According to the article in freightwaves.com and its author Craig Fuller, CEO at FreightWaves "The company claimed that the team included “over 600 men and women.” Saferwatch lists the company having 382 power units and 1,228 trailers, with 424 truck drivers." - Fuller also wrote in his

News · Jul 11, 2019

How trailer ownership could boost your profits as a leased Owner-Operator

"After testing the waters of independence, Rich Rukstalis in 2011 returned to Landstar as a leased owner-operator, hauling dry van loads and transitioning away from working the spot market as a reefer hauler." - According to the article in overdriveonline.com and its author James Jaillet "A year into his stint with Landstar, he had a revelation. “I looked at the numbers, and I said, ‘Now wait a minute. If I had my own trailer, I could get an extra 7%,’ ” he says of the percent-age of revenue rat

News · Jul 11, 2019

Building a culture where trucking fleets consciously address driver plight

"In many ways, the primary objective of fleets is to make sure they keep their drivers in the best of spirits, and help them stay productive throughout their time behind the wheel – a challenge considering the myriad of complications that arise when on the road. Those complications can include mental strain arising due to excessive traffic bottlenecks, irate fellow drivers on the road, excessive documentation and regulatory measures and even family problems." - According to the article in freigh

News · Jul 11, 2019

Tropical storm taking shape, eyeing Louisiana coast and it may disrupt freight movement

"Tropical alert: A disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico, named Potential Tropical Cyclone Two, could cause significant disruptions in freight movement across the Deep South for the next several days. It’ll be a particularly big problem for the Louisiana coast, as well as the New Orleans and Baton Rouge metropolitan areas because the Mississippi River is already very high. It will likely rise above flood stage by Friday night."- According to the article in freightwaves.com and its author Nick Austin

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News · Jul 11, 2019

Autonomous vehicles regulations comment period closes later this month

"Trucking industry stakeholders can comment on two pre-rules from the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the regulatory path to integrating autonomous trucks and cars onto public roads."- According to the article in overdriveonline.com and its author Matt Cole "Those interested can comment on FMCSA’s notice here through July 29. The agency is asking the public to comment on the following topics regarding autonomous trucks: Do the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations require a human

News · Jul 10, 2019

Fuel efficiency highlighted as a benefit in proposed 65 MPH speed limit for trucks

"While there’s a strong safety argument to be made in limiting truck speeds to 65 mph, two major trucking groups are emphasizing fuel efficiency benefits as well in officially backing legislation requiring speed limiters on trucks." - According to the article in freightwaves.com and its author John Gallagher "The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and the Trucking Alliance announced on July 10 their support for S. 2033, introduced on June 27 by Johnny Isakson (R-Georgia) and Chris Coons (D-Del

News · Jul 10, 2019

Lack of qualified truck drivers being felt across U.S.-Mexico, and even throughout the world

"Drivers of 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, freight trucks, and tanker trucks hauled more than $671 billion in goods across the United States-Mexico border in 2018." - According to the article in freightwaves.com and its author Noi Mahoney "However, there are around 50,000 unfilled driver positions throughout Mexico, according to Enrique González Muñoz, president of the Mexico City-based National Chamber of Freight Transport (CANACAR)." Mahoney also wrote in his article. Lack of

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News · Jul 9, 2019

LTL carrier New Penn to close Pennsylvania headquarters after 88 years (with video)

"New Penn Motor Express (“New Penn”), one of three U.S.-based regional less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers controlled by YRC Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:YRCW), said Monday it will close its corporate offices in Lebanon, Pennsylvania after 88 years, and consolidate operations there with YRC’s Field Resource Center at the parent’s Overland Park, Kansas headquarters." - According to the article in freightwaves.com and its author Mark Solomon Read the full story HERE Source and credits: freightwaves.com

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News · Jul 9, 2019

FMCSA opens comment period for proposed third-party CDL testing changes

" FMCSA has opened the comment period for the rule that would allow third-party CDL trainers to administer the CDL skills test to applicants they trained themselves." - According to the article in overdriveonline.com and its author Matt Cole Comments can be made here through Sept. 9. The full proposed rule can be seen here. Read the full story HERE Source and credits: overdriveonline.com / Matt Cole

News · Jul 8, 2019

One week remaining to comment on pilot program for under-21 interstate truckers

"A proposal to expand the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s pilot program for CDL holders under the age of 21 to operate in interstate operations is open for comments for one more week through July 15." - According to the article in overdriveonline.com and its author Matt Cole "FMCSA says its request for public comments is to help it determine if it should propose the pilot program and, if so, what the parameters of the program should be. Some of the main topics the agency is seeking

News · Jul 8, 2019

First Volvo electric truck expected this year as part of a multi-partner effort in California

"Volvo Trucks North America is burnishing its image in climate change-conscious California. " - According to the article in freightwaves.com and its author Alan Adler "The Swedish truck maker is developing battery-electric versions of its VNR regional haul trucks for use in drayage from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to inland warehouses. The objective of the Volvo LIGHTS project is to improve freight and warehouse efficiencies and reduce emissions. Air quality is especially bad in neig

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News · Jul 7, 2019

CVSA’s annual unsafe driving and speeding crackdown set for July 14-20

"The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week, which focuses on unsafe driving of both trucks and cars, has been announced for July 14-20 with a focus on speeding." - According to the article in ccjdigital.com "Law enforcement officers during the week will be looking for speeders during the week while endorsing, promoting and supporting the message: “Late won’t kill you, speeding will.” - You can also read in the article. Read the full story: HERE Source and credits