Ports, refineries are closed; local interstates remain flooded
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New officials take leadership roles at FHWA, FMCSA
Hendrickson becomes acting administrator of Federal Highway Administration
Rand McNally Adds Three Dashboard Devices to Product Line
Rand McNally launched three new devices for commercial vehicle operators that address cab connectivity, advanced navigation and electronic logging.
Analysts Predict Spot Rates Could Soar Once ELD Mandate Goes Into Effect
Blockchain Group Formed to Advance Use of Digital Ledger
A new industry group formed in August, the Blockchain in Trucking Alliance, intends to promote and establish the use of blockchain, a distributed digital ledger, in the supply chain.
Wabco Agrees to Buy RH Sheppard Co. for Active Steering Capability
Wabco Holdings Inc. has agreed to acquire RH Sheppard Co. Inc., a supplier of vehicle steering capabilities, as the Brussels-based company expands its focus on self-driving commercial vehicles.
Where Rosie Once Riveted, Vehicles Will Now Drive Themselves
Self-driving cars will begin taking test laps this December on the site of a famous World War II airplane factory in Michigan where Rosie the Riveter helped produce a shiny B-24 Liberator bomber every hour more than seven decades ago.
Minimizer Expands Product Line With Mattress for Sleeper Cabs
Aftermarket supplier Minimizer introduced a mattress specified for professional, over-the-road truck drivers.
Trucking Industry Needs ‘Ban the Box’ Solution
For many motor carriers, part of the driver shortage solution has been to attract nontraditional drivers to careers behind the wheel, including felons who have served time in prison and now are seeking employment.