In partnership with World’s Finest Chocolate, TravelCenters of America has recently donated nearly $25,000 to the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund. Patrons of TA’s travel stops had the opportunity to purchase a candy bar at the register with the proceeds going to the trucking fund. TA has been helping the…
The American Trucking Association’s advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index is out for February and the information shows quite a fall. After increasing by 1.8% in January, the Index shows a decrease of 4.5% in February. ATA’s Chief Economist is hopeful for an upward climb in the coming months…
The Women in Trucking Association has delivered its fourth annual list of Top Women to Watch in Transportation. A record number of nominations were sent in and the editorial staff of WIT’s Redefining the Road magazine selected 73 women in the transportation industry that stood out above the rest. These…
There is currently a trucker shortage out there and the new DRIVE Safe Act going across the desks of legislators might be the key to filling some of those empty seats. Currently, truckers under the age of 21 in the majority of the states can obtain a CDL but are…
Owner-operators might be a thing of the past if the PRO Act gets pushed through. The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act of 2021 implements the ABC test to determine if workers are considered employees of a business or not. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has sent a letter…
Michelin North America is launching two new fuel-efficient truck tires. The MICHELIN X Multi Energy Z2 is for regional and super-regional applications. Available in the United States and Canada, this tire sets a standard for fuel efficiency, traction, and mileage performance. The MICHELIN X Line Energy T2 is for long-haul…
The American Trucking Association’s For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased by 1.4% in January. This was following a rise of 1.2% in December, and increases, even the slight ones, are a good sign for the times. When compared to January 2020, when it was down 2.1% and the December before by…
It’s tax time once again and there are many tax deductions for truckers out there to take advantage of. These tax tips are for any truck driver, including company and owner-operator, to help save them money. Things like cell phones and licensing fees can be deducted from your declared taxable…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has stated that the Emergency Declaration is in need of extension and expansion. The original declaration was issued in the wake of the presidential national emergency related to the COVID-19. The new extension for carriers to offer direct emergency assistance runs through May 31,…
Kenworth’s new on-highway flagship is the T680 Next Generation which improves on the classic Kenworth T680. This new truck comes with a 15-inch Digital Display, Next Gen SmartWheel, LED headlamps, advanced airflow, and advanced driver assistance systems. The new aerodynamics of this truck help save money on fuel due to…