FMCSA seeks public comment on ‘yard move’ definition, how it impacts drivers’ HOS
WASHINGTON — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) hopes to clarify regulations about “yard moves” — movement of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on
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Pennsylvania-based PGT Trucking celebrates 40 years in business
ALIQUIPPA, Penn. — PGT Trucking Inc. will reach a milestone this year, celebrating its 40th year in business. Originally based in Industry, Pennsylvania, PGT Trucking was
Owner-operator Karen Noel named WIT’s January member of the month
PLOVER, Wis. — Karen Noel, an owner-operator with Forward Air, has been named January member of the month by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT).
Winter truck load increases for Minnesota’s central frost zone now in effect
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Winter load increases begin today (Monday, Jan. 4) on unrestricted state highways in the central frost zone, according to the Minnesota
Kentucky transportation agency using new ‘tow plows’ to keep roads clear of snow, ice
PADUCAH, Ky. — In recent weeks, motorists traveling Interstate 24 and Interstate 69 in Western Kentucky may have seen a couple of pieces of unusual
U.S. Xpress partners with program matching service dogs with vets suffering from PTSD
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — It’s estimated that anywhere from 11% to 30% of military veterans experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following their service, depending on the
The Trucker Jobs Magazine – January 2021 Digital Edition
The Trucker Jobs Magazine – January 2021 Digital Edition: Pete & Wee Pete: Trucker’s son follows in father’s tracks with tiny replica of ’99 Peterbilt 379 | Job Resources | Along For The Ride | Owning the Wheel
The Trucker Newspaper – Digital Edition January 1, 2021
The Trucker Newspaper – Digital Edition January 1, 2021: ‘No greater honor’: Truckers play vital role in distribution of long-waited COVID-19 vaccines
PennDOT plans vehicle restrictions for New Year’s Day in anticipation of icy roadways
HARRISBURG, Penn. — In anticipation of frozen precipitation and potentially icy roadway conditions in many areas, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists
Iowa trucker concludes 33-year career with TMC Transport, offers advice to new drivers
DES MOINES, Iowa — On Friday, Dec. 18, 2020, Iowa trucker Russ Allen returned his keys to TMC Transportation for the final time, ending a
Truck Boss Show — Trucker Tribute
You guys, the drivers and freight movers, kept the country running during this pandemic — and even helped save lives. As a token of our
Fleet Advantage donations support local women’s shelter, provide holiday gifts for children
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Kids Around the Corner, a foundation created by Fleet Advantage in 2014 to support the needs of communities where Fleet Advantage
NHTSA announces consent order with Daimler Trucks North America; DTNA to pay civil penalty of $30 million
WASHINGTON — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Dec. 31 announced a consent order with Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) following an investigation that
Work continues on Florida’s Pensacola Bay Bridge
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — As 2020 comes to a close, the vendors under contract with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continue remove debris and drive
CAT Scale Rig of the Week — Joanne O’Shaughnessy
This week’s CAT Scale Rig of the Week goes to Joanne O’Shaughnessy’s 1999 Freightliner. Joanne grew up around trucks in Indian Head, Saskatchewan, Canada and
Toll hikes on Pennsylvania Turnpike take effect Jan. 3
MIDDLETOWN, Penn. —Toll increases for the Pennsylvania Turnpike is set to take effect shortly after midnight Sunday, Jan. 3. In July, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
ACT Research: November trailer orders down 28% from October, but up 94% year over year
COLUMBUS, Ind. — November net U.S. trailer orders of 39,645 units fell nearly 28% from October, but that followed a two-month order surge and still
Seattle DOT asks public to avoid Low Bridge, leave route clear for emergency vehicles, heavy freight
SEATTLE — Because of increased detour traffic caused by maintenance and repair work on area bridges, the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is asking the
U.S. Treasury, IRS begin disbursement of $600 stimulus checks
WASHINGTON — Some U.S. residents could have received stimulus funds as early as Tuesday evening, Dec. 29, according to a statement released by the U.S.
TA’s register roundup campaign for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund raises $88k for truckers in need
WESTLAKE, Ohio — TravelCenters of America (TA) extends a word of thanks to customers across the nation for raising $88,000 for the St. Christopher Truckers