Groundbreaking legislation would create safe, accessible parking for trucks
WASHINGTON — A solution could be in sight for the nation’s truck-parking crisis. In a bipartisan effort today, U.S. Reps. Mike Bost, R-Ill., and Angie
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Drivers can get on the road to better health by being mindful of food selection, exercise
Truck drivers face many health challenges, and nearly 80% of drivers are overweight. Some reasons that help contribute to with being overweight are easy to
Cal Ripken Jr talks trucking and baseball
Our own Wendy Miller caught up with “The Ironman,” Cal Ripken Jr at the recent TCA convention. Cal tells why setting his record is a
We sit down with the outgoing TCA Chairman Josh Kaburick
Wendy Miller: This is Wendy Miller from the Trucker News Channel and we’re here live at the TCA Convention, Truckload 2020 in Orlando and I’m
Time for another trucking crossword puzzle!
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The Trucker Newspaper – March 15, 2020 – Digital Edition
In the March 15 issue of The Trucker, we cover Georgia’s planned “truck-only” lanes. Click here for more issues of The Trucker Newspaper online.
HOS goes to the White House – TTNC Episode #92
In this episode we cover… – HOS goes to the White House – Baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr talks trucking and baseball – Western Express
Western Express tornado update
An update from Western Express on how the company is doing since suffering major damage to its facilities in Nashville.
I-80 pileup involves up to 140 vehicles. Warning disturbing video.
This crash occurred early the evening of March 1, 2020, on I-80 between Rawlins and Wamsutter, Wyoming. Three people were killed Linda Flores posted this
Job Opportunities – March 2020
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Independent Contractor – March 2020
FMCSA issues interim final rule delaying entry-level driving training regulations. Click here for more issues of Independent Contractor online.
Toll-by-plate coverage to supplement existing nationwide transponder coverage
ALBANY, N.Y — Bestpass, a company that provides a comprehensive payment platform with a focus on toll management for commercial fleets, announced March 2 that
Making $63.00 per mile
Our friends at the Trucking Review Channel talk about those times when the money is really good. Courtesy: Trucking Review Channel
Transportation industry meets the call to ‘put the brakes on human trafficking’
WASHINGTON – On Feb. 26 the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced that 100 transportation industry employers have met Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao’s call
Western Express hit hard in tornado
A message from the CEO of Western Express regarding the damage from the recent tornado.
Truckers Connection – March 2020
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TCA names Don Lewis, Kevin Kocmich as winners of 2019 Driver of the Year contests
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named Don Lewis and Kevin Kocmich as winners of its 2019 Driver of the Year contests.
Daimler Trucks adds new electric options to its CX fleet
PORTLAND, Ore. — Daimler Trucks North America has launched a new option in its line of electric Freightliner vehicles as part of its Customer Experience
Bison Transport, Erb International earn top safety awards at TCA convention
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — It was a lucky 13 for Bison Transport, which was named grand prize winner of the large carrier division of the Truckload
Another month; another carrier shutters its doors
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — RCX Solutions Inc., a carrier based in Little Rock, Ark., has announced that, effective March 2, it has ceased operations. Founded