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February 7, 2023

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Fuel thieves adding to trucking industry problems

According to Ali Khalil of Easy Truck Rental in Sacramento, California, high fuel costs aren’t the only problem. He now has fuel thieves. Khalil ...

February 6, 2023

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Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolls Increase 5%

On January 8, toll prices rose in Pennsylvania. According to recent announcements from the Turnpike Commission, E-ZPass users can expect a 5% increase while ...

February 6, 2023

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New York Allows Trucking Companies to Give CDL Road Tests

According to Transport Topics, New York is now allowing trucking companies and other qualified third parties to administer commercial driver license road tests, in ...

February 6, 2023

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Senators Reintroduce Bill to Create Easier Road for U.S. Veterans in Trucking

United States military veterans learn invaluable skills during their service that makes them reliable, hardworking, and disciplined employees. When transitioning into civilian life, many ...

February 6, 2023

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Diesel prices across U.S. drop

Diesel prices are a hot topic for the trucking industry. The issue was rated in the top 10 list of the American Transportation Research ...

February 6, 2023

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U.S. Labor Department: Some truck drivers exempt from federal vaccine mandates

Despite concerns that federal vaccine mandates would exacerbate transportation supply chain challenges, it now appears the mandate could have little effect on the trucking industry, ...

February 6, 2023

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The Evening of The Holiday

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February 6, 2023

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ATRI seeks parking feedback from operators in Midwest during I-20 closures this week

There is a national parking shortage and everyone’s seeking for a solution. Recently reported by OverRide the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) launched an ...

February 6, 2023

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“Battle of the States” National Truck Driving Championship sponsored by ATA

You’re a safe driver but are you a CHAMPION? Find out by participating in the 2021 National Battle of the States: Virtual Truck Driving ...

February 6, 2023

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From Cash Register to Cab: Transitioning from Retail to Trucking

For many retail workers, making the transition to a career in truck driving can be an exciting and rewarding experience. With an ever-growing demand ...

February 6, 2023

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Trucker couple embraces healthy living on the road

It’s common for couples, families, and friends to drive across the country together. This couple, he is a chef and she is certified to ...

February 6, 2023

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Autonomous trucking future ‘is almost upon us’ says Uber Freight head

There is an ongoing truck driver shortage and Uber Freight believes they have the answers. In a report released earlier this month, the unit, ...

February 5, 2023

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BMW Aims to Take Advantage of Growing Number of Hydrogen Trucking Stations

BMW AG is exploring the potential of hydrogen fuel, seeing an opportunity to use existing infrastructure for trucks as a cost-effective way to make ...

February 5, 2023

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Minnesota Fights Back Against Rising Catalytic Converter Thefts

The Minnesota Senate voted to clamp down on a crime spree that has swept across the nation – catalytic converter theft. In an effort ...

February 5, 2023

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Budweiser truck catches fire on U.S. 301

Lawtey, FL – A semi-truck headed northbound on U.S. Highway 301 caught on fire last Thursday evening. They shut down the highway as the ...

February 5, 2023

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Why are Gas Prices Skyrocketing?

We ask “Why are gas prices skyrocketing?”. The primary reason is of course Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but there is more to it. Gas ...

February 5, 2023

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November Class 8 Sales Reach Second Highest of 2022

Class 8 retail sales have seen monthly gains compared to a year earlier since May. Last month, November saw the second highest number of ...

February 5, 2023

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CVSA Launches Procedures for Inspections of Autonomous Trucks

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has approved a new standard and procedure to govern inspections of self-driving commercial vehicles. CVSA President Chris Nordloh, a ...

February 4, 2023

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What Truckers are Saying About the Tesla Truck

After 5 long years of developing their first commercial electric vehicle, Tesla delivered its first semis to Pepsi this month. The enthusiasm for what ...

February 4, 2023

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Too much beer! Overload causes traffic mess

Commuters in Arvada, Colo., encountered an unusual hitch in traffic March 18 when a trailer carrying beer collapsed while on I-76 and Wadsworth. ...

February 4, 2023

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Operation Safe Driver Week 2021 to focus on speeding

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has provided new information about an upcoming driver enforcement effort targeting both commercial vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers. ...

February 4, 2023

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More Shortages at the Grocery Stores

Unfortunately, we are seeing empty shelves again in our grocery stores. We’re seeing the evidence in person as well as social media posts of ...

February 4, 2023

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SHIP IT Act Aims to Boost Supply Chain and Support Truckers

On Tuesday, Reps. Dusty Johnson and Jim Costa presented the Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking Act to the House in an ...

February 4, 2023

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White House weighs fuel export limits as prices continue to surge

The Biden administration has time and time again responded to the different issues concerning supply chain and fuel shortages and this is no exception. ...

February 4, 2023

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Six ways to improve driver safety

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently conducted a survey on driver safety. The results were given to the FMCSA’s Women of Trucking ...

February 4, 2023

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Biden Administration ramps up efforts to ease driver shortage

President Joe Biden and transportation officials have announced a plan to further combat a driver shortage that has worsened supply chain disruptions due to ...

February 4, 2023

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Kenworth Gears up to Celebrate 100th Anniversary in 2023

Kenworth Truck Co. is ringing in its centennial year with 100th-anniversary celebration events designed as an homage to the company’s founding back in 1923. ...

February 3, 2023

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Kenworth and Peterbilt Add Online Remote Diagnostic Management

Peterbilt and Kenworth’s remote diagnostic subscriptions can now be managed online through the Paccar Solutions Portal. Using the existing Paccar access online, customers can ...

February 3, 2023

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Wisconsin truck driver active in community service gifted new rig

Meet Carmen Anderson, a professional truck driver from Wisconsin with more than 21 years on the road with over 2 million accident-free miles. She ...

February 3, 2023

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OOIDA calls on White House to provide more truck parking

On Wednesday, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) implored the White House to address the truck parking crisis in an upcoming infrastructure package. On ...

February 3, 2023

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A look into the trucking industry’s economy in 2023

Supply constraints in October caused the trucking industry’s economy to look uncertain, as reported by The Trucker. As the country approaches the latter half ...

February 3, 2023

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Equipment & pay are key issues for driver retention, report says

For the second year in a row, failing equipment and compensation issues are the two biggest reasons truck drivers leave their job, according to ...

February 3, 2023

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Montgomery Transport Introduces Hands-Free Approach With Electronic Bill of Lading

As part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Montgomery Transport formally introduced an electronic bill of lading (eBOL) format with several of its ...

February 3, 2023

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Consider These Nonprofit Organizations that Help Truckers in Need this Giving Tuesday

Today, November 29, is Giving Tuesday, a movement created 20 years ago as a counterbalance to Black Friday’s and Cyber Monday’s focus on spending. ...

February 3, 2023

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Arrests in connection with human-smuggling tragedy have been made in San Antonio, leaving 51 dead

Homero Zamorano, 45, was arrested in San Antonio after he abandoned a tractor-trailer and he was seen fleeing the area. As reported by Express ...

February 2, 2023

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U.S. manufacturing output unexpectedly drops in May

This past month we have noticed a drop in retail sales as well as declines in homebuilding and permits. The ripple effect has created ...

February 2, 2023

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Nominations Now Open for the Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award

The Women in Trucking Association (WIT), Truckstop, and the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) are seeking nominations for the 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award ...

February 2, 2023

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Semi Loses 8 Wheels at Once

According to Illinois State Police, an 18-wheeler actually lost eight of its eighteen wheels along interstate 55 in Lemont, Illinois. The semi lost its ...