MTC Truck Driver Training approved for third-party CDL testing
SAINT ANN, Mo. — MTC Truck Driver Training is announcing its approval as a third-party testing site for the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam by the
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FullBay: 48% of women stay at one repair shop in their career
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Fullbay’s fifth annual State of Heavy-Duty Repair Report (SOHDR) is reporting 48% of women stay at one shop throughout their career. While 84% of respondents were
US bridges at risk if Congress allows heavier trucks, group says
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A new study released by the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks (CABT) says that congressional proposals to allow heavier tractor trailers on highways would cause major
Knight-Swift appoints of Douglas Col to board of directors
PHOENIX, Ariz. — Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. is appointing Douglas Col to its board of directors. Col will serve until the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders.
Averitt earns EcoVadis honor for sustainability performance
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt is receiving a Committed Badge from EcoVadis. “At Averitt, we recognize that our actions today shape the world of tomorrow,” said
WIM launches survey on recruiting, retaining women in trucking
WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations’ Women In Motion Council (WIM) is launching its first-ever industry-wide survey to ensure the voices of women in trucking are heard.
Fleet Advantage announces six key promotions
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.— Fleet Advantage (FA) is announcing the promotion of six key employees across multiple departments. “We take pride in acknowledging the outstanding achievements of
DAT: Spot truckload volumes declined, rates fall sharply
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Spot truckload freight volumes settled lower in February, driven by a mix of seasonal slowing, winter weather and shipper concerns about tariffs and
PACCAR honors its best suppliers in North America
BELLEVUE, Wash. — PACCAR is recognizing its top performing suppliers through its Supplier Performance Management Program (SPM). “PACCAR is proud to honor the 2024 SPM
ACT Research: Used truck sales resilient despite uncertainty
COLUMBUS, Ind. — February preliminary Class 8 same dealer used truck retail sales volumes built on January’s strength, adding 12% m/m, according ACT Research. “The
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index: January decline
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index reading for January fell to -2.56, which was almost of mirror image of December’s +2.67 reading. “January proved
NGO Energy Vision: Ditch old diesel trucks
NEW YORK — The sustainability NGO Energy Vision is releasing a report assessing ways to replace heavy-duty diesel trucks built before 2013. “A Path to a Healthier America:
Trucking industry celebrates Jon Pritchett’s Horatio Alger Award
The trucking Industry is congratulating Jon W. Pritchett, co-founder, president and CEO of Nextran Truck Centers, as the 2025 Horatio Alger Award winner. “Nextran Truck
Great Dane to join St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Savannah
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Great Dane is participating in the 2025 Savannah St. Patrick’s Day parade March 17. “Being part of the iconic Savannah St. Patrick’s
FreightVana taps Mike Riccio as chairman
PHOENIX, Ariz. — FreightVana is announcing the appointment of Mike Riccio as the new COB. “Mike has been a trusted leader in the transportation industry for
ACT: CV market outlook darkened by economic and policy uncertainty
COLUMBUS, Ind. — After the strong end to 2024, with Class 8 orders booked at a 357k SAAR in Q4, the past two months have
California Senators call EPA roll back “reckless”
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) are firing back after the Trump Administration announced its intent to roll back dozens
Cummins X15N wins Jim Winsor Technical Achievement Award
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — An alternative-fuel truck engine from Cummins Inc. is celebrating a win. The Cummins X15N won the Technical Achievement Award from North American
TMC names Radu Mihai general chairman, treasurer
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council is announcing Radu Mihai, corporate fleet manager, BURNCO Rock Products, as 2025-2026 general chairman
SBTC pushes for English language proficiency for all CDL drivers
WASHINGTON — In the wake of President Donald Trump signing an executive order making English the official language in the U.S. on March 1, some