Sen. Deb Fischer Urges FMCSA to Remove ‘Inaccurate’ CSA Scores from App, Provide Disclaimers
In a letter to Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx, Sen. Deb Fischer expressed hope that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration would remove from the agency’s QCMobile smartphone application Compliance, Safety, Accountability information that is deemed inaccurate.
April 10, 2015Infographic: Ryder’s Foundation for a Successful Freight Brokerage
Globally, supply chains are facing unprecedented levels of disruption. As a result, shippers and carriers are challenged more than ever to keep goods moving while remaining profitable. While most brokerages point to technology as the key to achieving success, today’s setbacks have proven that technology alone isn’t enough.
Trucking Size & Weight Guide Available from Xtra Lease
Xtra Lease said its 2015 Size & Weight Guide, which contains state-by-state listings of size and weight regulations, is available to fleets for free download.
April 10, 2015Wholesalers Face an Inventory Glut
Sales of durable goods at U.S. distributors in January and February suffered the biggest two-month drop since the recession's last gasp in early 2009, figures from the Commerce Department showed April 9 in Washington.
April 10, 2015Dossier Systems Adds Features, Zonar Integration in Updated Software
Dossier Systems has released a new version of its flagship fleet-maintenance software, which includes new mobile tools, cloud-based services and integration with telematics provider Zonar Systems.
April 9, 2015OOIDA Petitions Federal Court to Join Lawsuit Against DOT Over Mexican Truckers
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has filed a petition to join a lawsuit against the federal government for opening the border to Mexican longhaul carriers.
April 9, 2015Marc Llistosella Named President of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Co.
Marc Llistosella has been named president of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Co. and head of Daimler Trucks Asia, succeeding Albert Kirchmann.
April 9, 2015J.B. Hunt Adopts Drivewyze Weigh-Station Bypass Service On PeopleNet Units
J.B. Hunt Transport is adopting Drivewyze Inc.’s PreClear weigh-station bypass service through an integration with its in-cab PeopleNet units.
April 9, 2015Kriska Transportation Acquires Quebec-Based Carrier
Kriska Transportation Group has acquired JMF Transport, a carrier based in Valcourt, Quebec. Financial terms were not disclosed.
April 9, 2015Consumer Comfort Climbs to Highest Level Since May 2007
Consumer confidence increased last week to an almost eight-year high as Americans viewed the U.S. economy in a more favorable light and said it was better time to spend.
April 9, 2015House Lawmakers Push Bill to Aid Small Businesses Owned by Veterans
States that receive certain federal funds for infrastructure projects would be required to set aside a portion of that for veteran-owned businesses under legislation offered by a group of House lawmakers in recent weeks.
April 9, 2015