James JailletJames Jaillet was Randall-Reilly's executive editor of trucking, focusing on coverage of business and regulatory updates and trucking industry trends for the Commercial Carrier Journal and Overdrive, until the Spring of 2021.BusinessCompany told them to defraud, say latest Pilot employees to plead guiltyTwo more Pilot Flying J employees have pleaded guilty to fraud charges, and both said the company held meetings to instruct salespeople on how to defraud customers.July 30, 2013Hours of ServiceChart shows just how long a 34-hour restart actually takesAn interactive infographic posted by the Journal of Commerce shows how a “34-hour” restart can become much more than 34 hours.July 26, 2013BusinessSafety board recommends trucks be connected to avoid crashesNTSB has made recommendations to other DOT agencies in response to a truck and school bus crash. One of them is that all vehicles on the road be connected via wireless technology.July 26, 2013Custom RigsRoad Hawg: Juan Ibarra’s 1989 Pete 379Juan Ibarra picked up his 1989 379 in near-junk condition from its previous owner in spring 2008. By November it was winning awards at shows across the country.July 25, 2013Electronic Logging DevicesE-logs, driver database, vehicle reports on FMCSA’s agendaAn rule mandating use of electronic logs is still slated to be proposed in November, the DOT said this week. It also expects to publish the drug and alcohol clearinghouse rule later this year.July 24, 2013BusinessClass members have until Oct. 15 to opt out of Pilot settlementThose affected by the rebate withholding will receive a check automatically, Pilot says, without action. However, those who want to opt out of the settlement must do so by Oct. 15.July 24, 2013BusinessAgency clears phones, GPS systems for use as bypass transpondersSmartphones, tablets, global positioning system navigation units and onboard telematics devices have all been cleared by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for use as transponders in commercial trucksJuly 23, 2013Custom RigsYamko’s custom Peterbilt 388Yamko Truck Lines fleet manager John Gonzales talks about his fleet’s No. 136, a shipping container hauler that has a part-time gig winning trophies at Pride & Polish shows.July 20, 2013BusinessPilot settles to repay owed funds with interest, CEO says checks issuedPilot Flying J has reportedly settled the nearly 20 class-action lawsuits filed it against it, while owner and CEO Jimmy Haslam said in an open letter to customers that Pilot has audited all accounts and issued repayment checks.July 16, 2013BusinessGreening America’s fleet: The effects of EPA’s regulations on exhaust emissionsInfographic details how federal emissions standards implemented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have reduced the amount of NOx and particulate matter from trucks and equipment.July 15, 2013Previous PagePage 162 of 190Next PageTop StoriesBusinessCould U.S. action in Venezuela bring diesel prices down?Not likely anytime soon, analysts say. The monetary and time investment to ramp up oil production in Venezuela means little near-term impacts on the global oil market. At once, experts predict good tidings for diesel prices through early 2026.Custom Rigs'Better than a horse and buggy': 1935 International a family heirloomCustom RigsCustom Rigs Showdown: Old iron rules the quarterfinal roundEquipment$9,500 tariff on a new truck? 2027 emissions regs pre-buy in questionFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
