June 1 marked the official beginning of hurricane season, and the U.S. is in for another above-normal season, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Strong freight rates continued to drive trucking revenues upward in April, despite some loss of volume, according to reports received from several sources. The Cass
A common argument among commercial truck drivers pits drivers who were taught to drive by a relative or friend, or who learned by bouncing around
Trucks powered by electricity may be making the headlines, but trucks burning old-fashioned diesel fuel are still moving the freight. As summer approaches, diesel fuel
If you’re still driving without a dash camera, you’re missing out on some of the best protection you can get for your driving record. Dash
Some truckers relish the variety of running irregular routes, going wherever the freight — or a dispatcher — takes them. Others, however, prefer life to
U.S. sales of new Class 8 trucks declined in April, according to data received from ACT Research. Sales of 19,714 trucks were 12.4% lower than
After a brief slowdown due to severe weather in February, freight levels roared back in March and are expected to continue climbing in the coming
To no one’s surprise, Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-Ill.) in mid-April reintroduced his “Insurance Act” that would increase minimum liability insurance coverage mandates for motor
Many industries have advocacy groups, and there are many reasons for joining. The Truckload Carriers Association, however, has sweetened the deal with its TCA Profitability
The term “platooning” has mostly faded from trucking media, but it’s a huge part of the march to total autonomy at Pittsburgh-based Locomation. According to
There’s a lot to consider when planning a route, from transit times to fueling, weather, rest breaks, tolls, personal time for meals and showers, and
In the current economic climate, opportunities abound for drivers. Some of those opportunities involve teaming with another driver, an option that often pays better and
Every driver understands the danger of being distracted while driving. At the same time, every driver gets distracted. The results can be deadly. The National
It’s been a year since truckers from two Facebook groups — “Mayday 2020” and “The Disrespected Trucker” — plus supporters gathered in Washington to protest
In March, U.S. sales of Class 8 trucks achieved a spectacular rebound from February results with sales of 22,512 units, according to data received from
It’s not uncommon for someone to have to choose between making a living and pursuing something they are passionate about. Dan Ravenhorst of Eau Claire,
Starting up your own trucking business with your own authority is a big step that adds complexity to your business. Growing your business from a
Around the world, demand for oil continues to rise. The result is, as always, increased prices at the pump — and the trucking industry is
A polar vortex that invaded deep into the Southern U.S. hit freight volumes hard in February. Travel was halted on icebound Texas highways, oil and