The American Trucking Associations has announced that this week, September 8-14, is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. This week, let us celebrate the 3.5 million professional truck drivers who keep our nation’s economy going strong. So, if you see a truck driver out there thank them for the food on…
In California, the bill that could potentially end the leased owner-operator model is heading for its deadline. The California legislature has until September 13 to pass the bill otherwise it will be put on hold until next year. This bill was put forth to change the worker misclassification across all…
Kenworth Sales has put out a short, but good list of tips for truckers before they start driving. This list works for the new driver, giving them good advice about handling a large truck and it also works as a reminder for the experienced driver. Here is a quick overview,…
With it’s initial promise of delivery in 2019, now with some issues in production and logistics, the new Tesla semi will be delivered in late 2020. With the highly anticipated wait comes some fun facts about the new all-electric heavy truck. It could deliver a minimum of 1,000 horsepower and…
Trevor Milton, the chief executive and founder of Nikola, says hydrogen can power heavy-duty trucks. With hydrogen being the most abundant element in the universe, it makes sense to find a way to use it as a zero-emission fuel. When converted into electricity, its only by-products are heat and water…
Over a four-year period the American Transportation Research Institute conducted a survey on how driver detention at customer facilities impacted safety and productivity. The results came from surveys given to 1,900 truckers and carriers from 2014 to 2018. During this time, the frequency and length of detention increased and with…
For the past 50 years Fleetrite has provided the trucking industry with all manner of parts for trucks. With this new business venture, they are putting five parts-only stores in areas around the country to fill in the gaps. The locations include: San Pedro Sula in Honduras; Henderson, Nevada; Clearwater,…
Now through October 31, truck drivers and independent contractors can nominate their companies for the title of Best Fleets to Drive For. Put on by the Truckload Carriers Association and CarriersEdge, this contest recognizes trucking companies who have exceptional workplace environments. For a carrier to be eligible they must operate…
The Division of Motor Vehicles Motor Carrier Services Section of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is sending out a warning to carriers to keep an eye out for scam letters. The letters are telling trucking companies to pay for their DOT biennial update. A good sign that it is a…
Bridgeport Trucking out of San Angelo, Texas, is offering to pay for hotel stays for family members who have been affected by the recent shootings in Odessa and Midland. Even though it doesn’t affect them directly, they still want to help their community. If you have questions about this please…