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Wisc. Association Stops Separate Truck Speeds

The radar guns are out in full force in Milwaukee these days and lead-footed truckers who find themselves on the wrong side of a speeding ticket have an alliance of state officials, law enforcement and industry leaders to thank.

July 20, 2000

Trucking Technology Report - July 20

Today's technology headlines: Paschall buys Logistics.com's MicroMap, Drop & Swap systems for driver-to-load assignment; P&P Transport uses information systems for growth; Microsoft to offer free long distance voice calls via Internet; and more.

July 20, 2000

Hours Proposal Could Slow Road Construction

Road construction could take as much as 20% longer to complete and cost as much as 15% more if proposed changes in hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers take effect, according to Associated General Contractors of America.

July 20, 2000

Liability on the Shop Floor

Truck maintenance shops used to call to mind images of dreary, poorly-lit places full of potential hazards, but OSHA – and the threat of lawsuits should anyone be hurt or killed – has done a lot to make these workplaces safer.

July 20, 2000

Viking's Control of Maintenance Cuts Costs

Preventive maintenance practices and good communication skills are keys to a successful truck maintenance shop, and Viking Freight has implemented a thorough maintenance control system to keeps its trucks in top shape.

July 20, 2000

A.M. Executive Briefing - July 20

In the news this morning: DaimlerChrysler continues spending spree, buys Detroit Diesel; ArvinMeritor, Hayes Lemmerz set stock buybacks; Volvo Truck shows profit drop on weak U.S. market; and more.

July 20, 2000

P.M. Executive Briefing - July 20

This afternoon's headlines: Volvo finalizes agreement to buy Renault truck division; Consolidated Freightways near break-even point for second quarter; British Columbia government stands to profit from Western Star sale; and more.

July 20, 2000

Report: DOT Uncertain of Hours Proposal's Life-Saving Effects

The Department of Transportation does not know exactly how many lives will be saved by proposed revisions to the federal hours of service regulations, a new report says.

July 19, 2000

A.M. Executive Briefing - July 19

In the news this morning: Western Star again focus of takeover talk; trade data shows import goods flow strong despite dip; third-party freight handler C.H. Robinson tops earnings estimates; and more.

July 19, 2000