Spring-ride versus air-ride trailers: The winner may surprise you
SPONSORED BY TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE LEASING Which suspension system offers a better ride for truckers — spring-ride or air-ride semi-trailers? We asked the experts at Transport
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- About Linda Garner-Bunch
- Linda Garner-Bunch has been with The Trucker since 2020, picking up the reins as managing editor in 2022. Linda has nearly 40 years of experience in the publishing industry, covering topics from the trucking and automotive industry to employment, real estate, home decor, crafts, cooking, weddings, high school sports — you name it, she’s written about it. She is also an experienced photographer, designer and copy editor who has a heartfelt love for the trucking industry, from the driver’s seat to the C-suite.
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ATA: Truck tonnage index plunged 2.1% in September
WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 2.1% in September after rising 1.7% in August. In September,
Boost trucking profitability through specialized markets
SPONSORED BY LANDSTAR SYSTEM INC. For owner-operators looking to boost their profitability, finding and capitalizing on a niche within the transportation industry can be a
ATRI: Economy tops carriers’ list of top concerns, truck parking top of mind for drivers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The economy is the No. 1 concern for in the trucking industry, according to the American Transportation Research Institute’s (ATRI) 20th annual
What is true ‘full-service’ fleet leasing?
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
How much does starting a trucking company really cost?
SPONSORED BY CARRIERFORGE Starting a trucking company is an exciting venture, but it’s essential to understand the costs involved for success. From equipment choices to
Truckstop spot rates shifted ‘as expected’ last week, FTR says
Data from Truckstop for the week ended Sept. 27, analyzed by FTR Transportation Intelligence, show mostly incremental movements in spot rates that followed seasonal patterns, according
State agencies brace for the worst as Helene hurtles toward the US
Helene, now a Category 2 hurricane, continues to advance toward Florida; the storm is expected to be a Category 3 or higher by the time
Dry van spot rates sink to their lowest level since June 2020 on Truckstop board
According to data from Truckstop and FTR Transportation Intelligence for the week ended Sept. 20 (Week 38), broker-posted spot rates for dry van equipment fell
Don’t fall victim to the used truck leasing trap
SPONSORED BY TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE LEASING (TEL) Operate a smaller fleet? You may already know about the advantages of leasing versus buying commercial trucks. What you may
Kristin White steps into role as acting administrator for FHWA
WASHINGTON — Following the surprise resignation of former Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Administrator Shailen Bhatt, Kristin White, the agency’s deputy administrator, has picked up the
DAT: Truckload volumes and rates diverged in August
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Truckload freight volumes and rates continued on divergent paths in August, with shipments rising and prices falling for the third straight month,
Bloom joins Sokolis as vice president of operations
DOYLESTOWN, Pa. — Sokolis, a provider of fleet fuel management services, has named industry veteran Laura Bloom as vice president of operations, according to a
Retail sales of used trucks fell below expectations for August, ACT says
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Volume growth of Class 8 same dealer used truck sales of +1.7% in August lagged behind expectations, according to a preliminary release
Bhatt steps down as FHWA administrator; White named as acting administrator
WASHINGTON — Effective Sept. 10, Shailen Bhatt stepped down as administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). He was confirmed by the Senate for the
TrueTMS updates offer ‘all-in-one’ order management system
MELBOURNE, Fla. — With recent developments in its technology, TrueTMS now offers the trucking industry’s first “all-in-one” order management system, according to a Sept. 13
Louisiana reports numerous road closings due to effects of Francine
BATON ROUGE — Many roads and state routes in Louisiana remain closed because of the effects of Hurricane Francine, according to the Louisiana Department of
CH Robinson shines spotlight on drivers
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Sept. 15-21, C.H. Robinson is working to honor the hard-working men and women who spend
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
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