Driver April Crysel honored as WIT’s December member of the month
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has named truck driver April Crysel as its December 2024 member of the month. Crysel, who
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Ohio Turnpike’s toll rates to increase for commercial, passenger vehicles
According to a news brief from the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission, drivers using the turnpike should be prepared for higher toll rates effective Jan.
Transflo’s Emily Stratton honored with 2024 Inspiring Leaders Award
TAMPA, Fla. — Emily Stratton, vice president of customer solutions for Transflo, has been recognized with a 2024 Inspiring Leaders Award in the Senior Leadership
New Pilot brings 93 truck parking spaces to Tuskegee, Alabama
TUSKEGEE, Ala. — A brand-new Pilot travel center is now open at 3680 State Highway 81 in Tuskegee, Alabama. Amenities of the new facility include:
Idaho authorities seek help in fatal crash investigation on US 95 in Bonner County
BONNER COUNTY, Idaho — The Idaho State Police (ISP) are seeking help from the public in an investigation regarding a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred
DAT: Spot truckload capacity tightened as demand increased week of Nov. 17-23
According to information released by DAT One and DAT iQ on Nov. 26, available capacity on the spot market continued to tighten the week of
The freight market is approaching balance, say ACT analysts
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Growth is making its way into the for-hire market, according to the latest release of ACT Research’s For-Hire Trucking Index. Volume Index
Find new savings with ‘no surprise’ lease
SPONSORED BY TEL Looking to manage costs? A “full-service” fleet leasing option can help. As a business owner, you know that maintenance of your fleet
Make sure you’re ready for winter weather with these tips from ATBS
Even though winter doesn’t officially start until Dec. 21, many parts of North America are already experiencing adverse weather. While many people can shelter at
Schneider plans to acquire Cowan Systems for $390 million
GREEN BAY, Wisc. — Schneider National Inc. has agreed to acquire Cowan Systems LLC, according to a Nov. 25 statement issued by Schneider. The cash
Trailer sales leap in October but remain ‘muted’ compared to 2023, says ACT
COLUMBUS, Ind. — October net trailer orders in the U.S. were at 16,900 units — up 40% from September but down 52% from October 2023,
Canadian border officers seize more than $6.6M of cocaine at commercial ports of entry
Between Oct. 18, 2024 and Nov. 9, 2024, officers with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) stopped three attempts to smuggle illegal drugs into British
ACT Research: Truckload cycle should see upswing into 2025
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The truckload market is fairly balanced as 2024 nears an end, but it is changing, according to the latest release of the Freight Forecast:
Spicy contraband: CBP intercepts over $31 million in meth hidden in truckload of peppers
PHARR, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge found a spicy surprise when they inspected a commercial shipment of
Fleet owners are gearing up for the new emission standards
SPONSORED BY TEL The upcoming Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements for heavy-duty trucks are already affecting the planning and purchasing decisions of commercial truck fleets.
Are you ready for WIT’s 10th annual Accelerate! Conference & Expo?
DALLAS — Each year, professionals from every level of trucking and related industries — from the truck cab to the executive suite — come together
Story time! ‘Semi Sam and the Pumpkin Haul’ read by author and Bulkloads founder Jared Flinn
Just a few years ago, when Jared Flinn, former truck driver and co-founder of Bulkloads, discovered a lack of trucking themed books to read to
TCA partners with Wreaths Across America for Truckloads of Remembrance
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is partnering with Wreaths Across America (WAA) to participate in this year’s nationwide Truckloads of Remembrance and
What’s coming in trucking? A conversation with TCA Chair John Culp
By the end of the first week of November, a new administration will be set to take charge of the White House. The outcome of
Don’t miss TCA’s Bridging Border Barriers event Nov. 20
Motor carriers who engage in cross-border transport face a unique set of challenges. Join the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and industry experts in Mississauga, Ontario,