The 1919 transcontinental convoy changed freight movement in America (Part 2)
This story is Part 2 of a series. To read Part 1, click here. When Lt. Col. Dwight D. Eisenhower documented the trek of
Kris Rutherford
- About Kris Rutherford
- Since retiring from a career as an outdoor recreation professional from the State of Arkansas, Kris Rutherford has worked as a freelance writer and, with his wife, owns and publishes a small Northeast Texas newspaper, The Roxton Progress. Kris has worked as a ghostwriter and editor and has authored seven books of his own. He became interested in the trucking industry as a child in the 1970s when his family traveled the interstates twice a year between their home in Maine and their native Texas. He has been a classic country music enthusiast since the age of nine when he developed a special interest in trucking songs.
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Tackling the issues: TCA provides tools to help carriers clarify rules regarding English proficiency and contractor classification
Legal aspects of the trucking industry are in a constant state of flux. Whether it’s executive level decision-making, broker concerns, or safety compliance, trends in
Storyteller Jim Croce played give and take with country music
When folk-soft rock singer Jim Croce died in a plane crash in 1973, his career as a musician had barely started. Since embarking on a
Greening your fleet: Fuel efficiency has strong impact on vehicle emissions
In the trucking industry, the effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) comes down to one primary factor — fuel efficiency. Unfortunately, no “one size
The 1919 transcontinental convoy changed freight movement in America (Part 1)
By 1919, America’s troops had returned from World War I having experienced the first significant use of mechanized warfare. During the war, trucks played a
Janie Fricke went from background singer to center stage
In the 1970s, Janie Fricke basked in the glow of stardom as an anonymous entertainer, making a living as a backup singer. During the decade,
New York’s Tappan Zee: How a failed expedition led to a major traffic corridor
In 1609, as explorer Henry Hudson ventured up the river that would one day bear his name in New York state, he must have been
Bring on the biofuels: RINs can help carriers plot course to reduced emissions
The use of biofuels, such as renewable diesel to power commercial vehicles has become increasingly common in the U.S. as the trucking industry works to
David Ball’s ‘Thinkin’ Problem’ was the shot that propelled his career
David Ball didn’t break through on the country music scene until he was 41 years old, but he had been working since childhood for the
HOV lanes: What are they and how do they impact truck drivers?
If you’ve traveled urban areas of the U.S. for any length of time, you’ve probably noticed the increasing prevalence of High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes
George Strait’s early albums set the standard for a record-breaking career
In Rodney Atkins’ 2011 hit “Take a Back Road,” he makes mention of the comeback of classic country music in the early 1980s. While sitting
From the days of ox-drawn wagons to modern times, toll roads have stirred controversy
If you’ve been around a while, you probably remember the days in the 1960s, ’70s, ’80s and beyond, when “stop-and-pay” toll booths were a fixture
Second Trump administration eyes human resources practices
Before President Donald Trump began his second term in March, he made it clear he had a lot of executive orders up his sleeve. Many
FMCSA’s new motor carrier registration system is designed to prevent fraud and identity theft
From identity theft to outright cargo heists, fraud is a growing concern in the freight industry. In an effort to stem the fraud epidemic, the
Ray Benson hauls the load for Asleep at the Wheel
It’s not often you’ll hear me talk about a Jewish native of Philadelphia carved out his mark as one of the most noted western swing
Back to basics: Monitoring driver records is key to avoiding CDL disqualifications
What makes a good driver? It’s a question many recruiters and fleet managers struggle to answer. Whether you’re seeking to hire new drivers or retain
From ancient Rome to modern highways: The history of the fifth wheel
It’s one of the most important inventions in the history of trucking: The fifth wheel bears the brunt of cargo weight as it’s transferred from
Comedienne Lulu Roman gained fame on country music’s longest-running TV show
In the 1970s, Northern New England was a virtual country music desert. I should know; I lived there at the time. Sure, we had a
After nearly half a century, Houston ammonia ‘incident’ still one of most infamous trucking accidents in US history
When truckers are surveyed about the most difficult U.S. cities to drive through, Houston often ranks near the top of the list, with drivers jockeying
Is your fleet future-ready? Change management helps ensure success as carriers shift to technology-based decisions
Change is seldom an easy endeavor, and when technology is involved, gaining acceptance throughout an organization can be difficult. After all, while computers are good