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Carrier Transicold expands solar charging systems for refrigerated transport
Carrier Transicold
The company has improved its existing line of solar charging systems for reefer trailers and intermodal containers, as well as introduced new solar options.
July 3, 2023
Life
Tanker in I-95 bridge collapse lost control on off-ramp: NTSB
NTSB in a preliminary report said the driver lost control of his tanker, loaded with 8,500 gallons of gasoline, leading to it overturning and bursting into flames. Also: Latest recalls -- Volvo trucks for steering issue, eCascadias for e-stability system.
July 3, 2023
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February 19, 2025
Custom Rigs
'Back in Time': Kentucky-based owner-operator's 1989 Freightliner FLC 120
As impressive as the truck is, maybe even more of a draw to it at the 2023 Mid-America Trucking Show was owner Jason Earlywine's Basset hound, Cledus Snow.
June 29, 2023
Equipment
Test drive: 2024 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck best case yet for electric pickup
Range didn't budge much during city driving in the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck and tow mode offered a lot more miles than the F-150 Lightning even when the battery was half charged.
June 26, 2023
Life
NHTSA estimates traffic fatalities down for fourth straight quarter
The federal agency is estimating that traffic fatalities fell around 3.3% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the first quarter of 2022. Also: Stoughton intermodal chassis recalled; certain Great Dane trailers recalled; more.
June 26, 2023
Custom Rigs
Kenworth continues 100th-anniversary celebration with truck parade
The second annual Kenworth Truck Parade in downtown Chillicothe, Ohio, featured more than 50 trucks from Kenworth's 100-year history, including models built in the 1920s and '30s, a 1976 Bicentennial W900 and many more.
June 26, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA, NHTSA set to propose automatic braking mandate | National contractor ABC test resurfaces
NHTSA and FMCSA will publish in the near future a notice of proposed rulemaking that would require AEBs on new trucks. Also: PRO Act with national ABC test clears committee; new truck stop coming later this summer at Nevada casino; on the road with pets.
June 22, 2023
Custom Rigs
'Livin’ the Dream' with Willie Flores Jr.’s 1995 Pete 379
After spending its first 27 years as a show truck in the United Kingdom, Flores bought the truck and brought it home, where it made its U.S. truck show debut at the 2023 Mid-America Trucking Show.
June 22, 2023
Equipment
Solutions found for tricky PTO install, sources say
Impressive cooperation and collaboration between aftermarket service shops and vendors has solved a PTO installation problem found in the second-owner truck market.
June 22, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA finalizes lower UCR fees for 2024
Carriers will see a 9% decrease in UCR fees for the 2024 registration year. Also: International SuperTruck II boasts 16 mpg; TA opens new location in Huntsville, Texas; MHC Kenworth opens largest commercial truck dealership in El Paso.
June 21, 2023
Regulations
Brake Safety Week: Brake linings and pads under scrutiny
The late-August week-long inspection blitz will focus on brakes generally and linings and pads specifically. Also: I-15 closing overnight next Monday; FMCSA's new Truck Leasing Task Force sets first meeting; BulkLoads.com's TMS updates.
June 20, 2023
Life
Trucker lauded for 'skills of a linebacker' in tackling fleeing suspect
A sheriff's department in Florida got an assist from a "Good Samaritan" truck driver in apprehending a fleeing suspect. Also: 4,900 Peterbilt 579s recalled; Tesla Semi hit with second recall; two new Pilots in California, Texas.
June 19, 2023
Gear
Motive's new multicamera system for 360-degree views around the truck
The new AI camera system from Motive could eventually help eliminate truckers' blind spots, with further enhancement, and today serves the need for exculpatory evidence in insurance claims after a crash, mitigates against cargo theft and more.
June 15, 2023
Regulations
Effort to roll back EPA regs ends at Biden's desk, as FMCSA mulls 'proficiency exams' for authority
President Biden announced Wednesday he vetoed a resolution that would have nullified EPA's latest heavy-duty emissions regs. Also: FMCSA considering safety proficiency exam for new entrant carriers; eight states launch autonomous vehicle forum.
June 15, 2023
Custom Rigs
Idaho produce hauler’s 2023 Peterbilt 389X
Justin Clement, transportation director for grower and hauler Eagle Eye Produce, showed the fleet's special-edition Pete, which was brand-new at the time, at the Mid-America Trucking Show.
June 15, 2023
Maintenance
Fuel treatments increasingly part of owner-operators' PM routine
Fuel-quality issues, emissions-system maintenance and injector life: Three areas, among others, where owner-operators are finding relief through fuel treatments. A majority report treating year-round with one product or another.
June 14, 2023
Custom Rigs
'Doc Holliday' Peterbilt 379 wins top honors at SuperRigs
The 2007 Pete owned by Texas-based Truett Novosad won Best of Show and Best Theme. See a full list of winners from the 41st annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs here.
June 12, 2023
Regulations
Broker group establishes fraud task force | Potential fire at issue in two recent recalls, among others
TIA's Fraud Task Force aims to reduce fraudulent activities in the marketplace and actively engaging the FMCSA to address these concerns. Also: Recalls hit International, Volvo, Mack trucks, Wabash van trailers.
June 12, 2023
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Owner-op Lucas Zach's project 2017 Peterbilt 389, 2025 Timpte hopper
Mods through the years Zach's owned the 2017 389 result in what's a well-balanced look for this custom Pete, with sharp paint lines, a Cat under the hood, and a hopper-hauling setup built to handle the rough-and-dirty side of farm-haul work and still turn heads.
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