CARB unveils ‘smog check’ for trucks at enforcement event at Port of Los Angeles
SACRAMENTO — The California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently previewed the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program (HD I/M), which is due to begin phasing in
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Wreaths Across America calls on Americans to stand out, wave flags on 9/11 anniversary
COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine — Wreaths Across America (WAA) is calling on all Americans to join them on Sept. 11 in waving the American flag in
Kentucky extends order temporarily lifting restriction on commercial vehicles providing vital services
FRANKFORT, Ky.– Kentucky Transportation Secretary Jim Gray has extended an order temporarily lifting certain restrictions on commercial vehicles providing vital services to flood-stricken counties of eastern
EPA report highlights results of Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Program
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently released its fifth report to Congress highlighting the results of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Program
Inspection complete on Cairo Bridge connecting Kentucky, Illinois
PADUCAH, Ky. — A Kentucky Transportation Cabinet contractor has completed a detailed inspection of the U.S. 51 Ohio River “Cairo” Bridge between Kentucky and Illinois.
Fleet drivers average 4.5 accidents yearly, according to Fleet Safety Report
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — GPS Insight has released its 2022 Fleet Safety Report, a research study created and distributed in partnership with Bobit Business Media. The
Tractor-trailer strikes, kills 2 on US 52 in North Carolina
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Two women were struck and killed by a tractor-trailer early Saturday morning on U.S. Highway 52 in North Carolina. WXII reports that
California moves to accelerate to 100% new zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved Thursday, Aug. 25, the Advanced Clean Cars II rule that sets California on a path
Freight Broker LLC launches new website
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Freight Broker LLC recently launched its new brokerage and website. Freight Broker, LLC works across the continental U.S., providing full truckload, partial
Love’s Travel Stops adds 57 truck parking spaces at new Washington location
OKLAHOMA CITY — Love’s Travel Stops is now serving customers in Pasco, Washington, thanks to a travel stop that opened Thursday. The store, located on 2252 East
A first of its kind, Volvo’s elaborate electric big rig study wraps up
LOS ANGELES — Volvo Trucks North America said this week that it is closing out its LIGHTS (Low-Impact Green Heavy Transport Solution) project — a
NFI honors million-mile, accident-free drivers
CAMDEN, N.J. — During July and August, NFI honored 72 drivers who reached million-mile, accident-free milestones. Six events were held at around the country, including North
West Michigan International opens Michigan’s first public CV charging station
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – International dealer West Michigan International announced Thursday the grand opening of Michigan’s first public electric commercial vehicle charging station at its Kalamazoo
5 injured after tractor-trailer plows into line of traffic
RICHLAND TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Several people were reported injured after a tractor-trailer failed to stop for a line of traffic on the afternoon of Aug.
New York City cracks down on illegal big rig parking
NEW YORK — The Big Apple is cracking down on big rigs that are parking illegally on residential roads. From Aug. 15-19, the 103rd, 105th
Trashy cab called out by Georgia officials as ‘extremely dangerous’
ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS) roasted a truck driver on its Facebook page Wednesday, posting images of the filthy, trash-filled tractor.
Love’s annual Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals campaign begins Aug. 26
OKLAHOMA CITY – Beginning Aug. 26, Love’s Travel Stops will work to change kids’ health to change the future at 116 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Flood washes out eastbound Interstate 10 in California
DESERT CENTER, Calif. — Eastbound traffic on Interstate 10 in the Southern California desert was blocked Thursday after flash floods washed out the roadway. The
Lane keeping assist available for new Kenworth Class 8 Trucks
KIRKLAND, Wash.— New Kenworth Class 8 T680, T880 and W990 trucks are now available for order with the optional Kenworth Lane Keeping Assist. The system
TDOT makes accessibility improvements at Tennessee rest areas, welcome centers
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is installing the first power, adult-size changing table at the Interstate 75 Welcome Center in Hamilton County.