Department of transportation

Transfix Releases Second Annual ESG Report

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transfix, Inc. ("Transfix"), the Intelligent Freight Platform, today announced the release of its second annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.

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  • NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transfix, Inc. ("Transfix"), the Intelligent Freight Platform, today announced the release of its second annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.
  • The report highlights the company's progress across ESG initiatives in 2022 such as a commitment to decrease freight emissions and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within and beyond internal operations.
  • "From the very beginning, we've recognized our responsibility to build a more sustainable future across our industry," said Jonathan Salama, CEO and co-founder of Transfix.
  • "To that end, this report reflects the strategic steps we are taking to reduce our environmental impact and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion not just at Transfix, but across the industry as a whole.

DRiV Expands New Product Coverage in the Americas Across Leading Brands

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Friday, June 9, 2023

NORTHVILLE, Mich., June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DRiV, the aftermarket division of Tenneco, recently introduced 607 new part numbers across its portfolio of leading brands.

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  • NORTHVILLE, Mich., June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DRiV, the aftermarket division of Tenneco, recently introduced 607 new part numbers across its portfolio of leading brands.
  • From January through April of this year, DRiV introduced new part numbers that will provide millions of additional repair occasions across seven of its leading brands, including:
    Fel-Pro® Gaskets, the industry leader at providing easy-to-install, leak-free sealing solutions.
  • Monroe® Shocks and Struts, one of the automotive industry’s most well-known and most trusted brands.
  • “The steady expansion of these product offerings continues to position DRiV to lead the industry with the most comprehensive coverage across our leading brands so that shop owners and technicians will have a better selection of parts to provide to their own customers for a complete service repair – all backed by DRiV quality and consistency.”
    To learn more about DRiV and its leading brands and products, visit https://www.driv.com/brands-products.html .

TEAMSTERS CONDEMN PLAN TO RAISE FEDERAL LIMITS ON MAXIMUM TRUCK WEIGHTS

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Teamsters Freight Division Director John Murphy and Teamsters Carhaul Division Director Avral Thompson on a vote in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to approve HR 3372 and HR 2948, which raise maximum allowable truck weights for vehicles operating on the nation's interstate highways:

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  • This legislation is absolutely not – as proponents are falsely claiming – a good faith effort to address supply chain challenges.
  • "Furthermore, several states already allow trucks that are heavier than the federal limit to operate on their state and local roads.
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.2 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.
  • Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and "like" us on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters .

In Industry First, Goodyear Launches Tire with Monolith's Carbon Black

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

LINCOLN, Neb., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Monolith, a global leader in commercial-scale carbon black and hydrogen production using the methane pyrolysis process, announced the first of its products to appear in any tire. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (Goodyear), one of the world's largest tire companies, announced it will use Monolith's carbon black in a new tread formulation for its ultra-high performance, all-season ElectricDrive™ GT passenger tire in size 235/40R19, which is an ideal fit for vehicles such as the Tesla Model 3. Monolith and Goodyear are taking the next step on the journey toward zero-emissions carbon black in tire manufacturing.

Key Points: 
  • Monolith and Goodyear are taking the next step on the journey toward zero-emissions carbon black in tire manufacturing.
  • "Our delivery of a more sustainably made carbon black to Goodyear is a significant milestone in our company journey, and one we are proud to celebrate alongside an industry leader like Goodyear."
  • According to Goodyear, a typical consumer tire is comprised of up to 20 percent carbon black by weight.
  • Goodyear unveiled a 90% sustainable-material demonstration tire that included Monolith carbon black at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January 2023.

Canadian airlines brace for a summer of change as U.S. airlines consider reforms

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently issued a report on the causes of flight disruptions before and after the pandemic.

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  • The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently issued a report on the causes of flight disruptions before and after the pandemic.
  • The report also outlined the challenges airlines faced managing and responding to these flight disruptions.
  • The report was the result of requests made by the U.S. Congress to the GAO to examine key changes in the U.S. passenger airline industry resulting from the pandemic.

Canadian airline reforms

    • The meeting focused on the need to better protect air travellers’ rights in the face of such events.
    • At the end of April, Alghabra announced reforms for the Canadian Transportation Agency’s appeal-handling process and the Canadian Transportation Act.
    • In particular, the amendments will increase the maximum fine for violations to $250,000 and charge carriers with the regulatory cost of complaints.

U.S. airline reforms

    • The U.S. Department of Transportation has recently initiated passenger protection regulation development similar to the ones Canada has had in place since 2019.
    • An intriguing element of the GAO report is its review of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s awareness of airline scheduling practices and how such practices have impacted flight delays and cancellations.
    • The Department of Transportation indicated it will make an effort next year to build and sustain its oversight and analysis of airline scheduling practices.

Lessons for Canada

    • But it is equally — if not more — important to address the underlying causes of such disruptions.
    • Should Transport Canada step into this oversight role?
    • It might be time to seriously consider establishing a distinct civil aviation authority, separate from Transport Canada.

PGT Trucking Is Recognized for Fleet Safety, Overall Safety Culture

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

Additionally, PGT Trucking received the President's Trophy, a prestigious recognition to highlight the motor carrier with the top overall safety program and culture.

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  • Additionally, PGT Trucking received the President's Trophy, a prestigious recognition to highlight the motor carrier with the top overall safety program and culture.
  • PGT Trucking participated in the over nine million miles division, with the President's Trophy awarded among fleets with more than four million miles.
  • "These recognitions are a testament to PGT's comprehensive safety program, solidifying our position as a 2023 Top 20 Best Fleets to Drive For® company," states Joseph Newton, PGT Trucking Director, Safety.
  • Southern Pines Trucking, an affiliate of PGT Trucking specializing in cryogenic tanker and heavy haul operations, was also awarded third place in the four to nine million miles division.

Volvo Trucks Simplifies Truck Maintenance and Boosts Uptime with Volvo Blue Service Contract for Intelligent Maintenance

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Since first launching the Volvo Blue service contract, Volvo Trucks has onboarded and certified 37 dealer locations across the U.S., with an additional seven locations coming online in the near future.

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  • Since first launching the Volvo Blue service contract, Volvo Trucks has onboarded and certified 37 dealer locations across the U.S., with an additional seven locations coming online in the near future.
  • Adaptive Maintenance Approach to Increase Uptime — The Volvo Blue service contract provides an individualized maintenance plan for each vehicle based on its actual real-world usage.
  • Remote Diagnostics – By utilizing connected technology, Volvo Trucks can remotely diagnose whether a truck needs to be scheduled for maintenance or a repair.
  • “Customers who opt-in to the Volvo Blue service contract experience greater truck uptime than they’ve had before by reducing the number of oil changes and breakdowns with Volvo Trucks’ optimized service plan,” said Mike Furst, director, contract services & leasing technology solutions, Volvo Trucks North America.

Santa Cruz Jury Returns $7.4 Million Verdict for Construction Worker Injured in 2017 Highway Accident

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a three-week trial, Simon Greenstone Panatier, PC trial lawyers secured a $7.4 million jury verdict for the family of a construction worker permanently injured in an accident at the site of a 2017 mudslide along California Highway 17.

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  • SANTA CRUZ, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a three-week trial, Simon Greenstone Panatier, PC trial lawyers secured a $7.4 million jury verdict for the family of a construction worker permanently injured in an accident at the site of a 2017 mudslide along California Highway 17.
  • As an employee of Graniterock Construction, a Watsonville, California-based construction materials and contracting company, Stephen Whitmire was part of a crew assisting the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) in clearing a February 2017 debris flow and mudslide along Highway 17 between San Jose and Santa Cruz.
  • Working alongside Caltrans employees and the Graniterock crew were drivers from Hildebrand and Sons Trucking, hired to haul away slide materials.
  • Presiding judge was Timothy Volkmann of Department 5 of the Superior Court of the State of California, Santa Cruz.

Tyfoom Adds New Mental Health, DEIB, and Wellness Microlearning Content To Library

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

The new video-based microlearning content has been created in collaboration with industry experts.

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  • The new video-based microlearning content has been created in collaboration with industry experts.
  • Dr. Kane is a mental health counselor, author and speaker specializing in trauma, mood disorders, and mental health services for adults and teens.
  • "By using these videos and other content in Tyfoom's library of more than 750 microlearning videos, it is easy for organizations to jumpstart employee training."
  • The Tyfoom platform also allows organizations to quickly create and upload their own video-based microlearning content.

RLI Launches RLI Safety Solutions, a Full-Service Safety and Compliance Consulting Service for the Commercial Transportation Industry

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

RLI Corp. (NYSE: RLI) – RLI Insurance Company announced today the launch of RLI Safety Solutions™, a comprehensive suite of safety consulting services for small and midsized commercial transportation fleet operators.

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  • RLI Corp. (NYSE: RLI) – RLI Insurance Company announced today the launch of RLI Safety Solutions™, a comprehensive suite of safety consulting services for small and midsized commercial transportation fleet operators.
  • RLI Safety Solutions services are available nationwide to small and midsized commercial transportation fleet operators insured by RLI or other carriers.
  • Consulting services offered include Department of Transportation compliance reviews, customized driver training programs, compliance and safety practices evaluations, telematics and camera strategy development and other customized safety programs.
  • “Our suite of safety solutions is designed for commercial transportation companies that want to proactively increase safety, improve compliance and better manage risk,” said RLI Transportation President Dan Meyer.