FMCSA group eyes sleep apnea regs
One recommendation would require all drivers with a body mass index measurement of 35 or higher to be tested for sleep apnea.02.07.12
| Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks were using the same brake component that affected production of Navistar and Volvo Group trucks. 02.07.12
| The reopened lane of I-40 West is near the Tennessee-North Carolina border. 02.07.12
| The Peterbilt 587 SmartWay conventional tractor won in the heavy-duty division. 02.07.12
| The state is seeking to get approval for tolling under a pilot program administered by the Federal Highway Administration. FedEx Ground
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Class-action suit ruling favors FedEx Ground
December 19, 2010
The federal judge ruled mostly in favor of the company in its stand that its drivers are contractors.
LogBook
October 1, 2010
Engine problems worsen, FedEx Ground wins key case, APU grants offered to OOIDA, truck-related fatalities drop and more industry issues are featured.
LogBook
September 1, 2010
Freight plan bill favors rail, bill would increase truck weight, a milestone truck is delivered, carrier safety rataings are available and much more industry news items are featured.
FedEx truckers honored as Entrepreneurs of the Year
August 27, 2010
FedEx Ground has announced one of its highest honors for three entrepreneurs whose businesses provide package delivery services for the company. Steve Crawford, of Steve Crawford Trucking, St. Louis, Mo.; ...
FedEx Ground wins key case
August 25, 2010
A federal judge ruled the company’s owner-operators in Kansas are not employees.
FedEx Ground honors entrepreneurs
August 18, 2010
Owner-operators were recognized for their business development, customer service, safety record and community support.
LogBook
August 1, 2010
Truck electrification services are spreading, FMCSA seeks better reporting of convictions, Arrow foresees used truck shortage, the hours rule proposal is advanced and more industry issues are featured.
FedEx Ground settles suit
July 21, 2010
FedEx Ground will pay $3 million to Massachusetts to settle claims the company misclassified drivers as independent contractors.
FedEx Ground sets new contractor rules
May 26, 2010
FedEx Ground has issued new standards for its owner-operators, include requiring independent contractors to be incorporated.
