Truckstop stats show overall drop in load postings, spot rates during Labor Day week
Following strong gains during the previous week, broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop system for van equipment declined during the week ended Sept. 6 (Week
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Are you ready for the rebound?
SPONSORED BY TEL Despite multiple months of below-average freight tonnage, there are new signs of change. Recent reports show an uptick in freight tonnage due
FHWA releases $3M in emergency funding to help CDOT repair roads, bridges damaged by August floods
WASHINGTON — In the wake of historic rainfall and flooding in August, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) will receive $3 million in quick-release emergency
Bestpass-Fleetworthy Solutions rebrands itself as Fleetworthy
ALBANY, N.Y. — Bestpass-Fleetworthy Solutions is now Fleetworthy, uniting Bestpass, Fleetworthy Solutions, Drivewyze and ExpressTruckTax under a single parent brand, the company announced Sept. 9.
Nominations are open for 2025 Best Fleets to Drive For
NEWMARKET, Ontario, Canada — The nomination period for the 2025 Best Fleets to Drive For awards is now open. This marks the 17th edition of
Can you lease a Class 8 truck without being tied to a carrier? OTR Leasing makes it possible
SPONSORED BY OTR LEASING For many truck drivers, the dream of owning their own truck and running an independent trucking business is both exciting and
FTR’s preliminary stats show August Class 8 orders up 2% over July but down 16% year to date
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Orders of new Class 8 tractors in August rose 2% month over month to 13,400 units, according to a preliminary report released
Reefer, dry van spot rates jump ahead of Labor Day
Broker-posted van spot rates in the Truckstop system have underperformed seasonal expectations recently, but they rose sharply during the week ended August 30 (week 35)
TCA Chair John Culp speaks out about current issues in trucking
Change of Seasons: An interview with TCA Chairman John Culp Fall is a busy season for the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) as well as for
New emissions standards impact fleet planning and buying: Actionable advice for today’s fleet owners
SPONSORED BY TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE LEASING Gearing up for the new emission standards is proving to be no easy haul for fleet owners. The Environmental Protection
Truck Parking Club network now offers more than 600 sites across US
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Truck Parking Club network now offers more than 600 property member locations across the U.S. to serve drivers and carriers, according
Your company deserves a ‘no surprises’ lease program
SPONSORED BY TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE LEASING (TEL) There’s no question that times are tough right now. While income per load has dropped for many small fleets,
Warren Smith earns top honors at Ryder’s 2024 Top Tech skills competition
MIAMI — Warren Smith of Ontario, Canada, has been named the champion of the Ryder System Inc. 2024 Top Technician competition. In addition to bragging
Relay Payments announces top 5 finalists in 2024 Haul of Fame contest
ATLANTA — Five drivers have made it to the finals in Relay Payments’ 2024 Haul of Fame competition. The company launched the annual contest, which
As global heat records shatter, cold chain carriers need to be prepared for the future
SPONSORED BYÂ TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE LEASING (TEL) The earth is hotter now than at any other time in recorded history. In fact, average global temperatures reached record
Drivers test their skills, enjoy the thrill of competition in the Trucker Olympics at annual Walcott Jamboree
WALCOTT, Iowa — While top athletes from around the world are making their way to Paris for the 33rd Summer Olympics, more than 4,200 miles
Gone to the dogs: Canine companions take center stage during Walcott Truckers Jamboree
WALCOTT, Iowa — One of the highlights of the annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree, held at the Iowa 80 Truckstop just off Interstate 80 in
Photo gallery: Truck drivers, owners strut their stuff at the 2024 Walcott Jamboree
WALCOTT, Iowa — There’s no question that the focus of the Walcott Truckers Jamboree is the truck drivers of North America. After all, celebrating the
45th anniversary Walcott Truckers Jamboree draws more than 53,000 participants, visitors
WALCOTT, Iowa — An estimated 53,453 people — including truck drivers, their families, area residents and travelers — stopped by the Iowa 80 Truckstop during
Best trucking management software 2024
SPONSORED BY TRUCKBASE In today’s highly competitive freight market, asset-based carriers with 10 or more trucks face a multitude of challenges. From managing complex logistics