American Trucking Associations has announced UrbanVolt as its first partner in the newly debuted Affinity Program. This new initiative is to assist those in trucking, providing value to the industry. Members of the ATA’s new program will have preferential pricing and access to the best vendors available. Sustainability is becoming…
Currently, Hispanics make up around 18% of the U.S. population, making it the second-largest ethnic group in the country. With the trucking industry a scaled-down and mirrored version of America’s diversity, Hispanics make up 12% of the trucker population. Bringing more Hispanics into the trucking workforce is essential in filling…
Ray Martinez, who has overseen some of the newest reforms in the trucking industry, is leaving the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration at the end of the month. Martinez has been with the FMCSA for the last 18 months, and during that time he has listened to the concerns of…
For the past few years, Amazon has been using branded trailers attached to tractors belonging to other companies or independent drivers. Now, it looks like they are branding tractors and rolling out a fleet of their own. It’s unknown how many they are having built, but Kenworth and Volvo are…
Reducing emissions in this industry can be tricky, but there are companies out there who are doing their part to help lower the numbers. There are electric trucks out there giving off zero emissions, and there are biofuel trucks out there cutting their emissions substantially. Nearly 60% of emissions come…
Elaine L. Chao, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, announced a new initiative to support transportation needs in rural areas of the country. Named, the Rural Opportunites to Use Transportation for Economic Success (ROUTES), this new initiative analyzes available funding to make sure rural infrastructure has its needs met. It will…
Hino Trucks has just announced its partnership with NFL team Los Angeles Rams. They will be the official commercial truck for the Rams and will work together to create an authentic experience for their fan base in Southern California. Hino will be present in-stadium and across the Rams media platforms…
Inbound Logistics has named its Top 100 Truckers of 2019. These carriers are chosen based on the results of surveys, questionnaires, research, and word of mouth. They offer diverse skills to match the demanding needs of shippers. Click the link below to view the full list. Here is a small…
Transportes Monroy Schiavon (TMS), a leading carrier in Mexico, is planning on expanding its operations to and from the U.S. by using Fr8Hub’s digital cross-border freight service. Also, by adding to Fr8Hub’s carrier network, their fleet will be available to match with other loads around Mexico. With this new software,…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and Mack Trucks is showing its support. At its World Headquarters in Greensboro, N.C., they have a pink Mack Anthem truck on display. Nicknamed the “Pink Lady” by employees, Mack made this one-of-a-kind truck to increase awareness of this annual campaign and one of…