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Waiting for OMC's New Boss
Trucking leaders swapped scarce information last week about their new chief regulator, Julie Cirillo.
February 2, 1999
Seth Clevenger and Mike Senatore dive into the Transport Topics Top 100 list of the largest logistics companies. They address trade challenges, mergers, sector trends and more.
Peek at New Ergonomics Standard Stirs Concerns
A draft of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s new ergonomics standard shows that the agency’s latest proposal is very similar to its 1995 plan, which industry studies estimated would cost trucking $6.5 billion.
February 2, 1999Two-Faced Winter
Trucking has faced the Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde of weather so far through the winter of 1998-99.
February 2, 1999ATA, Groups Hash Out Differences
More than 15 state trucking association executives were scheduled to meet Jan. 31 in Dallas to discuss the future of their organizations and their relationship with American Trucking Associations.
February 2, 1999Judge, Hill Review EPA Decrees
No decisions are expected anytime soon from a federal judge who is reviewing the Environmental Protection Agency’s settlements with engine manufacturers on emissions testing. While that process is moving forward, a congressional investigation of the settlements is under way.
February 2, 1999Volvo to Bolster Truck Division With Money From Ford Deal
AB Volvo will use the $6.5 billion Ford will pay for its passenger car division to expand its truck and other commercial products businesses, according to Volvo spokesman Stefan Lorentzson.
February 2, 1999Responsibility for Alcohol Testing After an Accident Has FHWA's Eye
The government is looking at moving the responsibility of testing drivers for their alcohol level after an accident.
February 2, 1999Mark Martin: The Fastest CEO in Trucking
NASCAR race car driver Mark Martin is shifting gears a little. The career-wins leader in the Busch Grand National Series is now the head of a trucking company, and while he’s accustomed to moving fast, he’s learning that 70,000 pounds of produce can really slow you down.
February 2, 1999Fuel Buyers Prefer Truck Stops, Natso Says
A new survey, announced at the annual conference of Natso Inc., suggests that fleet managers don’t always practice what they preach. According to the various fueling options available to them, fleet managers choose 61.5% of the time to buy fuel at truck stops, usually not the least expensive option.
February 2, 1999Editorial: Time for Hoffa to Assume the Mantle
The time has come for James P. Hoffa to be allowed to take his place at the helm of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
February 2, 1999