Diesel Prices on the Slow Rise
National average diesel fuel prices hit $2.43 per gallon as of June 22. This represents a 3-cent rise from the previous week, but overall, prices are still down around 62 cents per gallon compared to same time last year.
Florida HHG company fined over $1.2 million
For restitution, legal fees and penalties
Kenworth Extends TruckTech+ Coverage Options
Kenworth TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics introduced an extended subscription coverage option for customers who forego an extended engine warranty plan for their new Kenworth Class 8 models with PACCAR MX or Cummins engines.
FMCSA investigating alleged broker transparency violations
The U.S. DOT has said it is investigating complaints filed against brokers by motor carriers, who allege violations of federal law that requires brokers to provide carriers records of what shippers paid for a load.
Volvo streamlines Galfab roll-off body installations
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Volvo Trucks has partnered with Galfab and Fontaine Modification to streamline the installation of roll-off bodies. Installations will occur at Fontaine’s facility near Volvo’s Dublin, Va., truck plant. Previously, Volvo truck chassi…
First TA Express in California by end of the yrear
TravelCenters of America Inc. today announced it has signed a franchise agreement with CSG Petroleum, Inc. to open a TA Express in Bakersfield, California. The 12-acre site is currently the 24/7 Travel Plaza located on Highway 58, Exit 117, at 209 Weed…
U.S. regulator wonders if some Covid-19 waivers could become permanent
TORONTO, Ont. – U.S. regulators have introduced a series of waivers in response to Covid-19, to ensure that freight continues to move south of the border. Now they’re looking at whether selected waivers could become a permanent fixture. Federal Motor C…
Rand McNally Releases 40th Edition of the Motor Carriers’ Road Atlas
Rand McNally’s new annual edition of its Motor Carriers’ Road Atlas marks the 40th anniversary of the professional drivers’ atlas.
DOE to Invest in Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research
The U.S. Department of Energy plans to invest up to $100 million over five years to fund two new DOE National Laboratory-led consortia to advance hydrogen and fuel cell technologies research and development.
Pandemic No Time to Relax Safety Standards
An unprecedented global pandemic such as COVID-19 is no excuse to relax investments in safety technologies.