More locations added for distributing free masks to truck drivers
Last week The Trucker reported that about 800,000 masks have slated for distribution to U.S. truck drivers along the nation’s high-volume trucking lanes. While distribution
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Arizona DOT offering virtual training to drivers in Mexico to promote commerce during pandemic
PHOENIX — An Arizona Department of Transportation program that helps truck drivers in Mexico better understand and prepare for safety inspections at the border is
Freight rates, volumes slip, according to latest For-Hire Trucking Index
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Last week ACT Research released the latest For-Hire Trucking Index, which included March data. The index showed contraction in both volumes and
El Centro Sector border patrol sees spike in tractor-trailer smuggling trend from Mexico to U.S.
SALTON CITY, Calif. – U.S. Border Patrol agents with the El Centro Sector have issued a notice to the public about smugglers attempting to use tractor-trailers to
Volvo Trucks North America manufactures personal protective equipment to help during COVID-19 pandemic
Employees at three Volvo truck plants in the U.S. are hard at work – but they’re not building big rigs. Instead, the facilities are producing
New Love’s locations in Illinois and Michigan add a total of 201 truck-parking spaces
OKLAHOMA CITY – Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is now serving customers in Sauget, Illinois, and Watertown Township, Michigan, with two new travel stops.
Staff layoffs prompt Michigan to temporarily close restrooms at five welcome centers
LANSING, Mich. – Restrooms at five Michigan welcome centers closed April 25 after the state’s department of transportation laid off the workers responsible for cleaning
The Trucker News Channel – Free masks for truckers
In this episode… – Fast food chain gives away food to truckers – 800,000 masks to be given away on truck routes – Howes Hall
Fast-food headquarters thinks ‘outside the bun’ to feed truck drivers
IRVINE, Calif. — Taco Bell is offering a free lunch to truckers and other essential personnel at its headquarters, 1 Glen Bell Way beginning at
Webinar: Overcoming OTR Challenges During The Pandemic
Be sure to watch this webinar where experts share their insight on how you can overcome OTR challenges during this pandemic! Courtesy: TBS Factoring Service,
Volvo, Mack work to make parts available, offer online ordering solutions during pandemic
As the trucking industry rises to meet the critical needs of society during the unprecedented COVID-19 situation, both Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks continue to support customers
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David Compton: Joining me today is David Manis, regional sales manager from Stellar Electronics. Dave, welcome to the show. David Manis: Thank you Dave. Thank
Free masks to be distributed to truck drivers at six U.S. rest areas
Truck drivers are enjoying a boom in popularity as they deliver critical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic and the industry receives positive media exposure. At
Billy Bigrigger on the importance of wearing a mask while trucking
Time for a little humor from our favorite super trucker. Courtsey: Dave “Showtime” Meyer
Transflo, ATA partner to provide vital information to truck drivers during COVID-19 pandemic
TAMPA, Fla. — In an effort to keep supply chains moving during crisis situations, such as the current C0VID-19 pandemic, Transflo is partnering with American
2020 Shell Rotella SuperRigs will be digital event due to COVID-19 crisis
FORT WORTH, Texas — The 2020 Shell Rotella SuperRigs will be held as a digital event because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to event sponsors.
ATRI data shows decline in April trucking operations due to stay-at-home orders
ATLANTA – The American Transportation Research Institute is releasing new data that quantifies the continued impacts of COVID-19 business disruptions on the trucking industry. ATRI’s
Kentucky carrier increases hazard pay for drivers in response to COVID-19
Somerset, Ky. – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, CoreTrans LLC, based in Somerset, Ky., has recently announced an increase of 5 cents per mile
Full COVID-19 impact not reflected in ‘transitional’ March commercial-vehicle report, says ACT
COLUMBUS, Ind. — According to ACT Research’s latest State of the Industry: NA Classes 5-8 Report, truck transportation showed relatively strong performance on restocking activity
Volvo, Daimler form joint venture to produce fuel cells
The Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG, based in Sweden and Germany respectively, announced that the two companies are planning to work as a team