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Many drivers begin their trucking careers working for a carrier that pays by the mile. Some pay different rates for loaded and empty miles, but
Many drivers begin their trucking careers working for a carrier that pays by the mile. Some pay different rates for loaded and empty miles, but
While the battle rages in Washington over what should be included in the latest infrastructure bill, drivers can rest assured that some version will eventually
Nobody likes them. Drivers go out of their way to avoid them, some changing their routes or schedules — or even taking time off —
Trucking provides a variety of opportunities for drivers, and each type of job has its own pros and cons. Many drivers begin their career with
Shipping volumes are picking up for rail, ship and pipeline but declining slightly for trucking, according to reports from several industry sources. Cass Information Systems
To no one’s surprise, in mid-April Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-IL-4) reintroduced his Improving National Safety by Updating the Required Amount of Insurance Needed by
If there are statistics that best show the weirdness of the U.S. market for Class 8 trucks, it might be these: May sales were down
When it comes to operating your own trucking business, being a great driver isn’t enough. It takes more than driving skill to profitably manage a
June 1 marked the official beginning of hurricane season, and the U.S. is in for another above-normal season, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Strong freight rates continued to drive trucking revenues upward in April, despite some loss of volume, according to reports received from several sources. The Cass
A common argument among commercial truck drivers pits drivers who were taught to drive by a relative or friend, or who learned by bouncing around
Trucks powered by electricity may be making the headlines, but trucks burning old-fashioned diesel fuel are still moving the freight. As summer approaches, diesel fuel
If you’re still driving without a dash camera, you’re missing out on some of the best protection you can get for your driving record. Dash
Some truckers relish the variety of running irregular routes, going wherever the freight — or a dispatcher — takes them. Others, however, prefer life to
U.S. sales of new Class 8 trucks declined in April, according to data received from ACT Research. Sales of 19,714 trucks were 12.4% lower than
After a brief slowdown due to severe weather in February, freight levels roared back in March and are expected to continue climbing in the coming
To no one’s surprise, Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-Ill.) in mid-April reintroduced his “Insurance Act” that would increase minimum liability insurance coverage mandates for motor
Many industries have advocacy groups, and there are many reasons for joining. The Truckload Carriers Association, however, has sweetened the deal with its TCA Profitability
The term “platooning” has mostly faded from trucking media, but it’s a huge part of the march to total autonomy at Pittsburgh-based Locomation. According to
There’s a lot to consider when planning a route, from transit times to fueling, weather, rest breaks, tolls, personal time for meals and showers, and