California is on a path to reduce its greenhouse-gas emissions. Ultimately, the goal is to have all forms of transportation in California be zero-emission vehicles. There is currently a small percentage of hybrid or electric heavy-duty trucks driving California’s roads while the majority are running on diesel. State officials see…
In order to build self-driving trucks, one needs to hire real drivers who help figure out how the trucks are driven. Starsky Robotics now currently has a 36 truck fleet along with 3 autonomous trucks which are monitored and driven by drivers. They also employ office workers who know how…
Since May 31, 2019 PACCAR has recalled Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles along with certain 2020 Peterbilts numbered 520 and 579. According to the recall, the mirror glass may detach due to inadequate adhesion. This could result in the glass being a road hazard and cause reduced visibility for…
In Helena this last weekend, Motor Carriers of Montana put on their annual truck driving championships. Drivers from all over Montana attended this competition to demonstrate their driving skills using a variety of sizes in commercial vehicles. Some of the skills demonstrated included; tight 90-degree turns, turning around barrels, and…
The Alliance for Driver Safety and Security (The Trucking Alliance), submitted a statement to Capital Hill regarding safety issues in the trucking industry. The statement included information involving; which companies and trucks should have ELDs, how drug tests are performed and keeping drug users off the roads, keeping the age…
Beginning back in March 19 and ending June 25, the nomination period for the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award is open and looking for the next big winner. By the end of the year, one deserving veteran, who is new to the trucking industry, will be awarded a fully-loaded…
Trans Tech teams up with Pitt Community College to launch NEW CDL program Everyone is aware of the driver shortage in the industry. For so many years the minimum age requirements handcuffed the growth of this necessary industry in order to grow. Now you see different opportunities arising within different…
Which is better for the Driver? As the trucking industry strives to continue to provide the American Dream for these drivers and be a good and solid source of income for their employees, Companies are constantly creating ways to entice the driver to onboard with them for more…
Recently, Governor Ivey signed a bill that would allow individuals to move into the Trucking industry starting at the age of 19. Many have reservations about this decision, however, with the right kind of training and time put in to insure these new truck drivers are well equipped with knowledge…
Moving Billboards Enhances Tourism West Virginia is taking advertising to the next level when it comes to tourism. Utilizing the trucking industry to become a catalyst for marketing the beautiful state and all its natural attractions. Governor Jim Justice says, “moving billboards will send out message all over God’s green…