CCJ StaffBusinessCross-border freight on the rise at both bordersWith Mexico becoming the U.S.' largest trade partner, cross-border freight moved by trucks is on the rise.May 3, 2024Hydrogen fuel cellNew NorCAL ZERO project to deploy 30 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in OaklandThe project is a $53 million collaborative effort to deploy 30 units of Hyundai's Class 8 XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks. Also: FMCSA looking to incorporate new CVSA handbook into regs by reference; new fuel card accepted at TA.May 3, 2024WorkforceHigh school trucking program instructor up for big awardThe creator of a trucking program at a California high school is one of five teachers competing for a national Teacher of the Year title. Also: Covenant names new Chief Operating Officer; Boss Truck Shop offering free inspections ahead of Roadcheck.May 2, 2024BusinessTCA launches new 'Drivers’ Choice Awards' carrier recognition programThe new program will recognize the best carrier workplaces in trucking based on truck driver feedback and satisfaction. Also: Driver faces big prison sentence for cocaine charges; registration open for FMCSA Registration Modernization meeting; more.May 1, 2024RegulationsFMCSA shuts down driver for multiple alcohol violationsThe driver also violated an out-of-service order he received following a hit-and-run crash. Also: Ryder expands cross-border operations with new facility in El Paso; Calif.-based fleet expands partial truckload footprint nationwide.April 30, 2024TrucksAllison fully automatic transmissions now optional with International S13 enginesThe Allison transmissions are available to order in S13-equipped International RH and HX trucks. Also: Renewable natural gas use grew in 2023; former fleet owner pleads guilty to CARES Act fraud, falsifying FMCSA records; more.April 26, 2024MaintenanceYour coolant can tell you if other areas of maintenance are falling apartThis week's 10-44 looks at testing your coolant, not only for balance, but also to make sure other areas of maintenance aren't falling apart all around you.April 25, 2024Alternative powerMack, Volvo utilizing renewable diesel in new truck buildsThe companies are using the alt-fuel at their production plants in new trucks that roll off the assembly line to cut down on carbon emissions. Also: CARB launching new ZEV loan pilot; Averitt hits 20 years as SmartWay partner; more.April 25, 2024IndicatorsTruck tonnage ticked down in MarchATA's Truck Tonnage Index saw a 2% decrease from February to March, representing a 1% year-over-year decrease. Also: Senators call on NHTSA for regs on automated driving systems; Service One Transportation renews SmartWay partnership.April 24, 2024TechnologyFreight payments cross the border, AI to speed up downtime and moreIn this week’s CCJ Tech Shorts, freight payments cross the border; AI seeks to help speed up downtime; Descartes is tackling fraud all along the supply chain; and a new partnership from a Trimble subsidiary.April 23, 2024Page 1 of 150Next PageTop StoriesTest DrivesThe biggest and most power powerful 'green' engine I've ever drivenThe D17 is the largest and most powerful diesel engine Volvo's ever put in a truck.RegulationsHow to pass a roadside inspection: CVSA answers Roadcheck questionsCCJ InnovatorsChief Carriers uses financial incentive, gamifying safety scores and new job opportunities for safety initiativeCompaniesDaimler, union reach tentative deal to avoid strikeCompaniesUnion files unfair labor charges against Daimler Truck with strike looming