PA Turnpike implements measures to slow spread of the coronavirus
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) announced March 16 that as a temporary safety measure, cash will not be accepted at any interchange.
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Bendix driver-assistance system adds new features for Kenworth trucks
KIRKLAND, Wash. — The Bendix Wingman Fusion advanced driver-assistance system with an enhanced feature set is now available for order on select new Kenworth heavy-
Maverick Transportation names Imel, Cady company’s drivers of the year
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Maverick Transportation recently named its 2019 drivers of the year. Liz Imel received the award for the Over-the-Road (OTR) division and
J&J Exhibitors and Motor Service to sell transportation fleet through online marketplace
BETHESDA, Md. — J&J Exhibitor and Motor Service has partnered with Liquidity Services to sell J&J’s entire fleet of transportation assets through negotiated sales and
How does the travel ban become a freight ban?
Our friends at the Trucking Review Channel share their thoughts on how President Trump’s recent travel ban translates into a freight ban for truckers. They
ATA accepting applications for 2020 LEAD ATA class
ARLINGTON, Va. — American Trucking Associations (ATA) is now accepting applications for the 2020 LEAD ATA class. Rising young trucking executives are encouraged to
Kenworth T680, T880 add option for DEF tank with integrated steps
KIRKLAND, Wash. — Kenworth has introduced a new, optional diesel-exhaust fluid (DEF) tank with integrated steps designed for the manufacturer’s T680 and T880 models. With
The Trucker News Channel Episode #093
In this episode… – MATS cancels – Coronavirus costs 145 driver jobs – Another carrier closes – What a driver should do if thinking about
Connecticut issues HOS waiver in response to public health emergency
HARTFORD, Conn. — At the request of the Motor Transport Association of Connecticut (MTAC), the State of Connecticut has issued an Hours of Service (HOS)
Daimler Trucks delivers its 200,000th Western Star truck in U.S.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Daimler Trucks has reached the 200,000 mark in Western Star truck deliveries in the United States. The iconic trucks, with their striking
2020 Mid-America Trucking Show canceled, organizers say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The 2020 Mid-America Trucking Show, scheduled for March 26-28, has been canceled. Less than 24 hours after issuing a statement to attendees
What? No Police Escort for this valuable cargo?
Ok we are all a bit stressed out. How about a little levity? Enjoy…
Mckinney Trailer Rentals opens trailer-sales division
BREA, Calif. — Mckinney Trailer Rentals, a provider of over-the-road trailer rentals and leases, recently announced the launch of Mckinney Trailer Sales, a new division focusing
WIT names finalists for 2020 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award
PLOVER, Wis. — Women In Trucking has announced the finalists for its sixth annual Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award (DWLA). Sponsored by the Transportation Intermediaries
Stay Metrics helps carriers retain drivers
Dave: Hi, this is Dave Compton from the Trucker News Channel and joining me today is Tim from Stay Metrics. Tim, welcome to the show.
COVID-19 impacting North America’s commercial-vehicle market, report says
COLUMBUS, Ind. – According to ACT’s March 10 release of the North American Commercial Vehicle OUTLOOK, the global spread of the coronavirus, COVID-19, required ACT
Kenworth’s over-the-air updates can increase uptime, improve efficiency
KIRKLAND, Wash. — Kenworth has launched the Kenworth TruckTech+ Over-The-Air system to provide the latest engine and aftertreatment software updates for Class 8 Kenworth trucks
Espyr’s Fit to Pass to sponsor ‘fittest driver’ contest at Mid-America Trucking Show
ATLANTA — Fit to Pass, a new fitness-coaching program developed by Espyr to support health and wellness for CDL drivers, is slated to sponsor The
Organizers say Mid-America Trucking Show will go on, precautions being taken
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Members of the trucking industry planning to attend the 2020 Mid-America Trucking Show March 26-28 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville
Love’s opens new location with 59 truck-parking spaces in Schuyler, Nebraska
OKLAHOMA CITY — Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is now serving customers in Schuyler, Nebraska, thanks to a travel stop that opened Monday. The