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
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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
Mack Trucks introduces Allison Transmission into GuardDog Connect
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Mack Trucks is announcing its partnership with Allison Transmission, which includes action plans for Mack Trucks Integrated Uptime service. “Mack’s goal is and
Trimble and Daimler Truck modernize truck maintenance
WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble and Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) are announcing the integration of Trimble Road Call. “By collaborating with DTNA, Trimble is not
Trucking industry applauds DOT Deputy Secretary confirmation
WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations is applauding the confirmation of Steven Bradbury as USDOT Deputy Secretary. “Steven Bradbury’s previous experience at DOT during President
Range eTrailer System successfully completes winter testing
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — Range Energy has successfully completed rigorous winter testing of its advanced eTrailer System, which turns large diesel trucks to hybrid electric. “Our recent winter
Bendix Huntington celebrates 45 years of excellence
AVON, Ohio— A lot has changed in commercial vehicle technologies since Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems (Bendix) first opened the doors of its Huntington, Ind. operation in
Jack Griffin earns Lifetime Achievement Award
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The American Trucking Associations’ Moving and Storage Conference honored Jack Griffin, chairman and CEO of Atlas Van Lines, with the Moving &
Pilot’s new ‘Pick-Me-Up Pairing’
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — As spring break approaches and drivers set out on the open road, Pilot is offering a deal that’s as satisfying as it
Corny chaos: I-75 in Georgia becomes a grainy adventure
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. — An overturned semi-truck carrying corn had lanes closed on Interstate 75 on Monday. The accident occurred on I-75 Southbound at mile
FTR, Truckstop: Van spot rates continue to decline
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Broker-posted spot market rates in the Truckstop system for dry van and refrigerated equipment declined slightly during the week ending March 7.
Averitt announces inaugural Integrated Carrier Awards
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt is announcing its inaugural Integrated Carrier Awards, honoring top-performing carriers among its truckload, brokerage, intermodal, and non-asset network. “This recognition highlights the vital role
Samsara and Hyundai Translead team up to boost trailer safety
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. —  Samsara Inc. and Hyundai Translead are partnering to integrate Samsara’s Safety Solution with Hyundai Translead’s HT LinkVue system. “Fleet operators are always
Japan fails to win US assurances on tariff exemptions
TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s trade minister said this week that he has failed to win assurances from U.S. officials that the key U.S. ally will