Lack of reauthorization could imperit future transportation spending
WASHINGTON — The U.S. transportation infrastructure market is expected to grow at least 5% next year, according to an annual economic forecast released December 4
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Report seeks ‘individualized justice approach to target impaired drivers
WASHINGTON — Even as the nation’s roadways are becoming safer, impaired driving remains a major highway safety problem nationwide A new report released Monday by
The Trucker News Channel Episode #079 – Loose semi tire slams $265K Mclaren sports car
– Baseball pitcher’s Mclaren takes a hit. – Alexa talks trucking – Californian’s sled down runaway truck ramp – Trucker ran over and killed at
Yokohama says latest regional-haul trailer tire ready for duty
SANTA ANA, Calif. — Yokohama Tire’s latest regional-haul trailer tire, the 114R Ultra Wide-Base (UWB), is ready for duty. The SmartWay-verified 114R – the successor
Court says ATA challenge to RhodeWorks toll can continue
ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Trucking Associations Thursday hailed a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit that held the trucking
The Truck Boss Show – Liability Insurance Insight
Truck Boss team talks about how truckers are giving for the holidays, cargo theft statistics, liability insurance changes and teams up with the guys of
Connecticut Gov. campaigned against tolls; now rushing ‘trucks only tolls’ bill to lawmakers
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – According to a report by Mark Davis, chief political correspondent for WTNH News, the Connecticut trucking industry is raising red flags
Dart Transit names Dave Ables as new president & CEO
EAGAN, Minn. — Dart Transit Co., in its 85th year as a nationwide transportation service provider, has appointment of Dave Ables as the company’s new
Why the ‘Trucker Salute’ is a tradition worth saving
There is something special about that momentary interaction between trucker and child. Courtesy: Local 24 Memphis
FTR, ACT Research report disappointing November Class 8 order results
The two companies known for their collection and analysis of trucking industry information reported a drop in Class 8 orders. FTR reported preliminary North American
Texas fire ants follies and wallpapering a large car
Tammy and Christopher are on the road again. This time wallpapering the rig, dealing with fire ants and taking the motorbikes out for a spin.
Big Rig Hangs Off the Side of East LA Freeway Overpass
A big rig dangled off the side of an overpass Wednesday Dec. 4, 2019 in East Los Angeles. Get the latest updates here: http://4.nbcla.com/uGuTZcr Courtesy:
CVSA reminds motor carriers, truck drivers of the looming ELD compliance deadline
GREENBELT, Md. — The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Monday reminded all motor carriers and drivers subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration electronic logging
It takes time to be good at the business of Trucking.
Wayne Campbell of The Drivers Side sits down and talks with trucker Brian D. from Richmond, Virginia. Brian shares his knowledge from 35+ years on
Do you bling out your rig for the holidays? If so, send us a video!
‘Tis The Season! Do you deck out your ride for the holidays? If so, please send us a picture or video to [email protected] Courtesy: Eagle
Intermodal carriers call on partners to respect chassis choice
ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Trucking Associations’ Intermodal Motor Carrier Conference Tuesday urged two major ocean lines to continue allowing motor carriers to choose their
Phone detection cameras are already the thing in Australia
The land down under is grabbing hold of this new technology, as phone detection cameras are now operational on NSW roads. Courtesy: Transport For NSW
If you have Alexa, you have The Trucker!
Amazon’s Alexa device is one of the hottest selling gifts this season. Perhaps you already have one? If so, download the Alexa skill for TheTrucker.com
The most accurate weather forecaster in the biz – Stormy Chaser
He has the perfect weatherman name and the accuracy to boot! Courtesy: Dave “Showtime” Meyer
Jessica Luttrell named December 2019 WIT Member of the Month
PLOVER, Wis. — Jessica Luttrell has been named Women In Trucking December 2019 Member of the Month. Luttrell is a professional driver for Umpqua Dairy