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February 14, 2023

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Trucking caught in crossfire of Fed’s war on inflation

On Wednesday, the Fed raised interest rates by 75 basis points (0.75%), likely supporting the ongoing decline in trucking demand that began in early ...

February 13, 2023

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Tech and defensive driving techniques: Combating distracted driving

Distracted driving is a widespread issue, and for truck drivers who make a career out of driving, it poses serious threats. A seasoned truck ...

February 13, 2023

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Teamsters Union and TForce Freight Begin Negotiations in Arlington

National negotiations between the Teamsters Union and TForce Freight began this month in Arlington, Virginia with a few points of consensus already found, as ...

February 13, 2023

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KLLM increases pay up to 33% to recruit and retain drivers

KLLM Transport Services, a large US trucking company, has made major pay changes to recruit new drivers and retain existing drivers. Pay was increased ...

February 13, 2023

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I-10 Texas Corridor Study

Texas Department of Transportation is conducting an I-10 Texas Corridor Study across Texas, from the New Mexico state line to the Louisiana state line. ...

February 13, 2023

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ATA calls on Governor Abbot to rescind his Redundant Inspection Initiative

The President and CEO of the American Trucking Associations recently made an announcement regarding Governor Abbot’s initiative to enhance the safety inspection initiative for ...

February 13, 2023

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Kentucky officials hope new signs will keep hazmat trucks off Brent Spence Bridge

The state of Kentucky will begin the installation of new, upgraded signage along the Brent Spence Bridge this week. The improved “No Hazmat” signs ...

February 12, 2023

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Optimizing Freight Logistics with Drop-and-Hook and Trailer Pool Strategies

Shippers are taking advantage of technology to revolutionize the logistics industry by ushering in a new era for drop-and-hook and trailer pools. The concept ...

February 12, 2023

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Exclusive Partnership: Love’s and Interstate Batteries Enter into New Agreement

Love’s Travel Stops and Interstate Batteries recently sealed a landmark five-year deal that will provide Interstate-branded batteries exclusively to customers of Love’s out of ...

February 12, 2023

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The Impact of Trucking on the Economy

The trucking industry is an essential component of the American economy. It plays a critical role in transporting goods and products across the country, ...

February 12, 2023

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Seattle carrier tests single-lane relay strategy to increase utilization

Seattle carrier combines a proprietary technology platform with single-lane relay strategy to increase utilization This is an interesting strategy where one driver is starting ...

February 12, 2023

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Trump Officials Pressured Treasury To Approve $700 Million Loan For Trucking Company After It Was Deemed Ineligible

A struggling trucking company has received a $700 million COVID-19 pandemic loan even after the Defense Department advised against it. House Democrats released a ...

February 12, 2023

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He got his license to drive a tractor-trailer, but his instructor kept falling asleep!

Edward Chaparro, originally a tow truck driver, set his sights on driving an 18-wheeler. Edwards signed up to get his Class A license for ...

February 12, 2023

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‘There was no end in sight’: Woman leaves nursing to become CDL-A truck driver

Leah Gorham has spent most of her adult life caring for patients in operating rooms at a Canadian hospital. But now, she’s spending her ...

February 12, 2023

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Two I-5 rest areas in Washington closed this week

Are you driving through Washington this week? There are a few closures that we wanted to let you know about! They are at rest ...

February 12, 2023

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Truck drivers showcase their singing ability for the Overdrive-Red Eye Radio Trucker Talent Search

Overdrive and Red Eye Radio has again sponsored its Trucker Talent Search to find a trucker with the pipes to win a chance at ...

February 12, 2023

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Truck Climbed Concrete Barrier.

An unusual looking trucking accident shut down two lanes in both the north and southbound of Highway 19 in Campbell River, B.C. for hours. ...

February 12, 2023

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Tucking industry official warns 1 million truckers needed over next decade to meet demand

We all know that driver shortage is a real problem, but after hearing from the American Trucking Associations president and CEO, Chris Spears, it ...

February 12, 2023

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Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough May Affect Future of Electric Class 8 Vehicles

Several recent studies have shown that policymakers who have passed emissions regulations that are requiring a speedy, if not hasty, transition to zero-emission class ...

February 12, 2023

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Trucking Industry Raises Concerns to Changes in Renewable Diesel Regulations

The Renewable Diesel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Parity Act, a bill currently floating in Congress, is raising some concerns for trucking industry advocates such ...

February 11, 2023

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American and Canadian officials discuss takeaways from bridge shutdown

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Canadian Transport Minister Omar Alghabra discussed the 7-day blockage initiated in February. Alghabra admits that the American and ...

February 11, 2023

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Kentucky officials hope new signs will keep hazmat trucks off Brent Spence Bridge

The state of Kentucky will begin the installation of new, upgraded signage along the Brent Spence Bridge this week. The improved “No Hazmat” signs ...

February 11, 2023

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Renewable natural gas company signs slew of agreements to reduce emissions in trucking and transit

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. announced a handful of new deals last week in response to the demand for renewable natural gas (RNG) as more fleets ...

February 11, 2023

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Uber Freight Sets Out to Combat Human Trafficking with Expanded TAT Partnership

Uber Freight is teaming up with Truckers Against Trafficking to help truck drivers combat human trafficking. The partnership will provide free training and resources ...

February 11, 2023

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FMCSA Takes Action to Correct Truck Overcharge: 2024 Fee Cut Proposed

The federal government has taken steps to provide relief for truckers, announcing plans that could significantly reduce annual registration fees. This announcement follows reports ...

February 10, 2023

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“Creatures” help remind drivers to watch out for work zones

National Work Zone Awareness Week, observed April 11-15, 2022, is an annual spring campaign held at the start of construction season to encourage safe ...

February 10, 2023

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Cargo Theft Activity Expected to Increase this Week

CargoNet, has been analyzing theft data between December 23 and January 2 for the past five holiday seasons in an effort to help trucking ...

February 10, 2023

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Freight rail carriers uncertain about new BMWED concessions

Disagreements and tensions continue as the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employee Division (BMWED) try to negotiate a new labor agreement with U.S. freight ...

February 10, 2023

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Truckers share opinions on parking at MATS

The Mid America Trucking show (MATS) welcomed thousands of truck drivers March 24-26 to the Kentucky Exposition Center. While attendees spent plenty of time ...

February 10, 2023

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Truck driving students are left without training or licenses after school closes without warning

This past spring Esteban Hernandez set out to get his commercial driver’s license so he can start his career in trucking. He started a ...

February 10, 2023

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American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame opens in Kansas City

The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) has announced a new hall of fame to celebrate major transportation industry contributors and award winners. The American ...

February 10, 2023

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Trucking couples share what it’s like to be OTR together

Trucking teams are a hot commodity in the industry — You can keep your wheels turning by taking turns sleeping, so you can drive ...

February 10, 2023

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Good Samaritan saves trucker from burning semi

A trucker’s life was saved by a Good Samaritan after his rig caught fire in Florida on Tuesday. The accident happened on February 2nd ...

February 9, 2023

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Members of Congress and Truck Safety Coalition call for saving CMV safety advances

Washington, D.C. – The Truck Safety Coalition and leaders of Congress called for an immediate reaction to improve truck safety reforms following the release ...

February 9, 2023

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Get a closer look at the new Peterbilt 579

This week, Petebilt gave the world a look at the new Model 579, which the company designed to be more aerodynamic and fuel-efficient. On ...

February 9, 2023

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Any advice?

Do you remember when you took your CDL test? What were some things you wish you knew before? Share some of your tips and ...

February 9, 2023

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Reshoring manufacturers to the U.S.

Rosemary Coates, founder and executive director of the Reshoring Institute, shared during the FreightWaves: F3 Future of Freight Festival that an increasing number of ...

February 9, 2023

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Army Veteran and his brother work hard to grow local trucking company

Andy Mattingly started his trucking company, PACE Field Services LLC. PACE stands for Positive Attitude Changes Everything! They believe that the positive attitude has ...

February 9, 2023

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ATRI launches survey on driver-facing cameras

The ATA recently launched a brief survey to get more trucker perspectives on how they feel about driver-facing cameras. In 2021, ATRI’s Research Advisory ...