Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Emerge Launches Carrier Scorecards to Provide Transparency for Partners and Additional Capacity Options

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

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This technology puts known and new carrier performance metrics at a shipper’s fingertips when reviewing RFP bids from partners and sourcing new capacity.

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This technology puts known and new carrier performance metrics at a shipper’s fingertips when reviewing RFP bids from partners and sourcing new capacity.
"The latest enhancement to our industry-leading RFP solution, Carrier Scorecards, provides easy access to critical metrics, helping shippers make data-enabled carrier decisions,” said George Abernathy, President of Emerge.
Emerge Carrier Scorecards technology streamlines the process allowing shippers to assess critical information in a single view.
If a shipper needs additional capacity or a niche carrier for a unique lane, the Emerge Marketplace can augment the company's Network Partners.

Old Dominion Freight Line Announces Planned Executive Leadership Team Transitions

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

As previously announced, Mr. Freeman will succeed Greg C. Gantt as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer effective July 1, 2023.

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As previously announced, Mr. Freeman will succeed Greg C. Gantt as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer effective July 1, 2023.
Mr. Gantt said, “We are excited to promote Greg and Steve and are proud of their commitment to provide our customers with superior service.
Our forward-looking statements are based upon our beliefs and assumptions using information available at the time the statements are made.
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is one of the largest North American LTL motor carriers and provides regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated, union-free organization.

Stoneridge, KLLM Transport Services and Frozen Food Express Announce Adoption of Stoneridge's MirrorEye® Camera Monitor System

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Monday, February 27, 2023

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"MirrorEye represents a tremendous step forward in terms of technical sophistication for the KLLM/FFE fleets.

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"MirrorEye represents a tremendous step forward in terms of technical sophistication for the KLLM/FFE fleets.
"We are also pleased to demonstrate our commitment to safety, while reducing the carbon emissions associated with transporting our customer's goods.
MirrorEye is the first camera monitor system to receive an exemption from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) allowing MirrorEye-equipped trucks to operate on the road without mirrors, improving visibility and aerodynamic efficiency.
To learn more about the safety and fleet benefits of Stoneridge MirrorEye, or to inquire about bringing those benefits to your fleet, visit Stoneridge.com/MirrorEye.

Chicago Car Accident Attorneys at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers LLC Call for Action After IDOT Data Shows +80K Crashes in Illinois Annually

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

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According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), more than 80,000 car crashes are reported annually.

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According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), more than 80,000 car crashes are reported annually.
This high number of accidents has led to a call for action by the Chicago car accident lawyers at Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC .
"We are seeing a disturbing trend in the number of car crashes in Chicago," said Jonathan Rosenfeld , personal injury attorney and Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers, LLC founder.
These alarming statistics demonstrate the pressing need for action to reduce the number of car accidents in Chicago and throughout Illinois.

Old Dominion Freight Line Announces Chief Executive Officer Transition

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) today announced that effective July 1, 2023, its Board of Directors has elected Kevin M. (“Marty”) Freeman to succeed Greg C. Gantt as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer.

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Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) today announced that effective July 1, 2023, its Board of Directors has elected Kevin M. (“Marty”) Freeman to succeed Greg C. Gantt as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
Marty and I have worked closely together for most of my career, and he is an exceptional leader and champion of Old Dominion.
I look forward to watching Old Dominion continue to lead the LTL industry.”
Mr. Freeman said, “I am honored and excited to serve as Old Dominion’s next President and Chief Executive Officer.
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is one of the largest North American LTL motor carriers and provides regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated, union-free organization.

Old Dominion Freight Line Provides Update for Fourth Quarter 2022

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Monday, December 5, 2022

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) today reported certain less-than-truckload (LTL) operating metrics for November 2022.

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Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) today reported certain less-than-truckload (LTL) operating metrics for November 2022.
Greg C. Gantt, President and Chief Executive Officer of Old Dominion, commented, Old Dominions revenue growth for the first two months of the fourth quarter reflects the ongoing improvement in our yield, which more than offset the decrease in volumes.
We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect developments occurring after the statement is made, except as otherwise required by law.
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is one of the largest North American less-than-truckload (LTL) motor carriers and provides regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated, union-free organization.

Rosco, Inc. Granted 5-Year Exemption for Commercial Vehicle Digital Camera Monitor System (CV Digital CMS) DCAMS™ [Docket No. FMCSA-2021-0186]

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

JAMAICA, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rosco, Inc. dba Rosco Vision, applied for an exemption from 49 CFR 393.80(a) to allow its CV Digital CMS, named DCAMS (Digital Camera and Monitor System) to be installed as an alternative to automotive rear-vision mirrors through Docket No. FMCSA-2021-0186. FMCSA has reviewed the Rosco CV Digital CMS submission and believes that the Rosco DCAMS is likely to achieve a level of safety equivalent to or greater than the level of safety than standard rear-view mirrors. FMCSA has determined that the Rosco DCAMS exceeds both the FOV required by FMVSS No. 111 and rear-vision mirrors currently installed by manufacturers. The exemption is applicable December 4, 2022 and ending December 4, 2027.

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JAMAICA, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rosco, Inc. dba Rosco Vision, applied for an exemption from 49 CFR 393.80(a) to allow its CV Digital CMS, named DCAMS (Digital Camera and Monitor System) to be installed as an alternative to automotive rear-vision mirrors through Docket No.
FMCSA has determined that the Rosco DCAMS exceeds both the FOV required by FMVSS No.
Offering better visibility around the vehicle, the Rosco DCAMS has been engineered to replace rear-vision mirrors on commercial vehicles.
The digital cameras and monitors cover views shown in both the flat and convex lenses of rear-vision mirrors.

ATrack Launches 4G Vehicle Trackers Reducing Fleet Operating Costs

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

ATrack Technology Inc. , a leading global vehicle telematics device designer and manufacturer, is expanding its line of vehicle telematics products with its recent launch of two new 4G fleet management products.

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ATrack Technology Inc. , a leading global vehicle telematics device designer and manufacturer, is expanding its line of vehicle telematics products with its recent launch of two new 4G fleet management products.
These both facilitate logistics operators improving management efficiency and reducing operating costs.
This allows for performing preventive maintenance and management of driving behavior to help significantly reduce operating costs.
They also facilitate understanding asset status through engine diagnosis to allow performing preventive maintenance to avoid interrupted vehicle operation as well as manage driving behavior, thereby improving driving safety, reducing fuel consumption, and reducing operating costs.

Modern Hire Rolls Out Virtual Job Tryout (VJT) for Commercial Drivers

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

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CLEVELAND, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Hire, the enterprise hiring platform that uses advanced selection science to mitigate bias and predict candidate fit, today announced the launch of the Virtual Job Tryout (VJT) for Drivers, a preconfigured pre-hire assessment for candidates seeking employment as a commercial driver. The VJT for Drivers is the latest offering in Modern Hire's growing portfolio of job simulation and text-based assessments that measure key skills and abilities critical to success in the role and that provide candidates with a realistic preview of a typical day on the job.

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Global demand for commercial drivers is at an all-time high.
Modern Hire's VJT for Drivers helps address these challenges by enabling recruiting teams responsible for large volume hiring to quickly, ethically, and more accurately identify best-fit candidates based on job-specific content.
"Virtual Job Tryouts help reduce friction in the hiring process by maximizing candidate fit, a known predictor of employee retention and success."
For more information on Virtual Job Tryout for Drivers , please click here .

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of TuSimple Holdings Inc. - TSP

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Sunday, October 30, 2022

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NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of TuSimple Holdings Inc. (TuSimple or the Company) (NASDAQ: TSP).

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NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of TuSimple Holdings Inc. (TuSimple or the Company) (NASDAQ: TSP).
Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at [email protected] or 888-476-6529, ext.
The investigation concerns whether TuSimple and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions.