CCJ StaffEquipment controlsHirschbach eyes big autonomous fleet expansionThe CCJ Top 250 fleet entered a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Aurora to purchase 500 trucks equipped with the Aurora Driver autonomous system. Also: Penske, Bridgestone provide early results of Decarbonization Lab; FMCSA extends UCR fee increase proposal's comment period.May 4, 2026Battery electricFirst Tesla Semi rolls off the commercial production lineFirst production model Semi rolls off Tesla's high-volume line. Also: Mirror-alternative camera system manufacturer petitions FMCSA for exemption; missing trucker's body found in Georgia.May 1, 2026BusinessHow reefer fleets can save during fuel's pricing surgeDiesel prices are well above $5 per gallon nationally. Those increased costs are felt across trucking, but refrigerated fleets feel it even more than most.May 1, 2026RegulationsATA among orgs urging DOJ action on cargo theftA letter from organizations and businesses across industries called on the Justice Department to move forward with funds allocated for fighting cargo theft. Also: Fleet receives OK from FMCSA to use auxiliary brake lights; TCA awards $182K in scholarships.April 30, 2026RegulationsFMCSA adds ID verification for employers, others in ClearinghouseThe move is part of an effort to strengthen fraud prevention, improve record accuracy, and enhance accountability with FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Also: Fake fleet owner gets prison time, big fine for Ponzi scheme; FBI seeks info on missing trucker.April 29, 2026Alternative powerHyroad Energy partners to bring new hydrogen fueling station to TexasThe hydrogen fuel cell truck manufacturer has partnered with Total Hydrogen Solutions to support the development and operation of a new hydrogen refueling station in Katy, Texas. Also: Intellistop requests brake-light exemption; NMFTA's new Director of Cybersecurity.April 29, 2026BusinessSTG Logistics emerging from bankruptcy after reaching deal with lendersSTG Logistics entered a pre-packaged Chapter 11 agreement.April 27, 2026TrucksUpdated Detroit Assurance safety tech rolling out on 2027 CascadiasThe update introduces Cross Traffic Assist and Active Side Guard Assist 2 with left turn protection for Cascadias built beginning in 2027. Also: ATRI extends deadline for Ops Costs survey participation; FMCSA Barrs joins state's roadside effort; more.April 27, 2026RegulationsNew legislation takes aim at states' license issuanceThe "No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act" would cut states' federal highway funding by 10% for not verifying license applicants' legal status. Also: Amazon partners with Einride to add 75 electric trucks to fleet; Coke Canada expanding electric-truck fleet.April 24, 2026Safety & ComplianceRoadcheck check up: Are you ready?The 2026 CVSA International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 12–14, 2026, and beyond the focuses (ELD compliance and cargo securement), inspectors will obviously be on the lookout for other violations.April 23, 2026Page 1 of 225Next PageTop StoriesCCJ InnovatorsBison Transport rethinking driver fitness testingBy eliminating training washouts, Bison Transport saved $266,000 in one year while optimizing their most precious resource: instructors.AutonomousCalifornia sets rules for driverless truckingSafety & ComplianceTexas AG launches probe into trucking schools over English proficiency, safety standardsTrucksHigh diesel prices create 'financial crisis' for fleets running older trucksSafety & ComplianceFeds reclassify marijuana, still banned for truckers
