Judge Rules for 2 Large Fleets in Cases Involving Contractors
Two of the nation’s largest trucking companies won legal victories in Massachusetts when a U.S. District Court judge overturned two of his earlier decisions on independent contractor cases so they would line up with an appeals court decision.
February 16, 2015Carriers, Retailers Struggle to Absorb Costs From Free Shipping for Online Purchases
CORAL GABLES, Fla. — The surge in electronic commerce from customers who are seeking free delivery is taxing delivery companies and retailers alike, forcing them to figure out how to absorb the expense.
February 16, 2015Diesel Price Rises 0.4¢ in First Uptick of 2015
Diesel’s national retail average price rose 0.4 cent to $2.835 a gallon, the first increase since November, while the gasoline price jumped 12.3 cents to $2.191, the Department of Energy reported.
February 16, 2015SkyBitz, P.S.I. Collaborate on Tire Pressure Information Solution
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A remote asset-tracking and information-management service provider and a tire pressure systems firm have teamed up in what they’re calling a perfect marriage.
February 16, 2015Michelin Introduces Tire Care Monitoring Program for Fleets
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin Americas Truck Tires Division has announced the launch of Tire Care, a fully digital, nationwide fleet tire-monitoring program that the tire maker says will help maximize uptime and control costs.
February 16, 2015Dana Plans Web-Based Course to Help Fleets With ‘Downspeeding’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dana Holding Corp. is planning a new Web-based training and maintenance course aimed at keeping fleet technicians apprised of the changes in engine “downspeeding,” an increasingly prevalent strategy for boosting fuel efficiency.
February 16, 2015Noregon Systems Announces Truck Check-up Program
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Noregon Systems, a vehicle diagnostics provider, has announced that it will launch next month its truck check-up program, a tool that will allow drivers to plug in for a quick check of their vehicle while fueling.
February 15, 2015Silver Eagle Releases ‘T-Dolly’ for Connected Vehicles
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Silver Eagle Manufacturing Co. released an automated dolly for connected vehicles that it said can help boost fuel savings by shortening distances between trailers.
February 15, 2015Optronics Reveals New LED SuperLamp Technology
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Optronics International unveiled a new LED SuperLamp technology line of truck lights here that the company said boosts performance by re-engineering electrical components with chemical- and ultraviolet light-resistant coating.
February 15, 2015FAA Proposes Opening Skies to Drones But Not For Delivering Packages
President Obama’s administration took the first step to opening the skies above the United States to widespread civilian drone flights while proposing strict limits on commercial operations, including the use of drones as a delivery vehicle.
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