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How the war in Ukraine will impact trucking and logistics

How the war in Ukraine will impact trucking and logistics In the wake Russia's invasion of Ukraine fleets can expect inflation, some hiccups in semiconductor production and a media blitz around anyone showing competent leadership during the crisis.

Woody Bogler Trucking turns to crypto in new age of driver appreciation

Woody Bogler Trucking releases NFT collection New company drivers hired in the first quarter this year will receive an NFT upon completion of their orientation and training.

FMCSA shuts down Texas-based driver after fatal crash

FMCSA shuts down Texas-based driver after fatal crash The truck driver struck and killed a Tennessee sheriff's officer along I-75 and was subsequently found to be under the influence of ma*****na at the time of the crash.

Try this ‘modern’ fleet management checklist

Checklist for a modern fleet TMS During the past 20 years, transportation management software (TMS) systems have evolved. Read more on CCJ.

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Bills introduced in Congress would end Biden's cross-border vax mandates for truckers

Bills introduced in Congress would end Biden's cross-border vax mandates for truckers The new legislation would allow Canadian and Mexican truck drivers to enter the U.S. without COVID vaccination. Also: FMCSA working to add brokers to complaint database; former Rhode Island fleet owner suspended by FMCSA.

One Hard Thing Mentally Strong People Do When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned

One Hard Thing Mentally Strong People Do When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned The trick is to enjoy life. Don't wish away all your days waiting for better ones ahead. Just appreciate where you are. You've come a long way, and you're still learning and growing. Be thankful for the lessons. Take them and make the best of things right now.

Cummins set to acquire Meritor for $3.7 billion

Cummins acquiring Meritor for $3.6 billion The two companies have entered into a definitive agreement. Read CCJ for more.

What to Know About Being a Yard Jockey

What to Know About Being a Yard Jockey - Drive My Way A Yard Jockey is a driver who moves trailers within a cargo yard, terminal or warehouse. Though it may not seem like it, yard jockeys are the life force of any yard.

With rising CPI, how fleets should address finance, maintenance agreements

Rising CPI's impact on equipment and maintenance costs for fleets With a rising Consumer Price Index, fleets should pay attention to their lease and maintenance contracts. More on CCJ.

More charged in Louisiana staged-accident scheme targeting fleets, insurers

More charged in Louisiana staged-accident scheme targeting fleets, insurers Seven more individuals have been charged in the widespread case, bringing the total charged to 47. Also: Kenworth receives largest BEV order to date; third-party CDL examiner pleads guilty.

Safety violations lead FMCSA to shut down small Texas carrier

Safety violations lead FMCSA to shut down small Texas carrier FMCSA determined that 4 Life Transport had connections with another Texas-based carrier that it shut down in January. Also: New EPA truck emissions regs in the works; C.H. Robinson, Waymo partner for autonomous runs in Texas.