CARB kicks reporting deadline for CARB’s Clean Truck Check to end of January 2024
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Owners and operators of heavy-duty trucks operating in California now have until Jan. 31, 2024, to file initial compliance reports for the
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- Born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and raised in East Texas, John Worthen returned to his home state to attend college in 1998 and decided to make his life in The Natural State. Worthen is a 20-year veteran of the journalism industry and has covered just about every topic there is. He has a passion for writing and telling stories. He has worked as a beat reporter and bureau chief for a statewide newspaper and as managing editor of a regional newspaper in Arkansas. Additionally, Worthen has been a prolific freelance journalist for two decades, and has been published in several travel magazines and on travel websites.
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Arkansas DOT’s call for trucking holiday during 2024 eclipse draws ire
BENTON, Ark. — On a recent afternoon at a Pilot truck stop along Interstate 30 in central Arkansas, professional truck driver James “T-Bone” Jackson nearly
New Oklahoma DOT plan looks at replacing state fuel tax funding model
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) has submitted a report to the state’s Legislature that looks at funding alternatives for transportation. Most
Illinois DOT reflects on progress made in 2023
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The year 2023 saw the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) modernize and revitalize transportation and mobility across the state. Fueled by Gov.
160 Driving Academy helps deliver holiday meals for those in need
CHICAGO — To help give back this holiday season, 160 Driving Academy partnered with The Salvation Army for a two-and-a-half week National Thanksgiving Food Drive
Total broker-posted spot rates in Truckstop’s system see strong increase
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop system posted their strongest week-over-week increase since mid-May during the week ended Dec. 22 (week 51), although
FMCSA announces fine hikes for ’24
WASHINGTON — Violating Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations will cost more in 2024. A final rule on the matter is scheduled to be published
JJ Keller announces retirement of Robert Keller; James Keller to pick up reins as chairman
NEENAH, Wis. — Effective Jan. 1, 2024, Robert L. Keller will retire as chairman of the board for J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc., and James
Used Class 8 values see November decline
COLUMBUS, Ind. — According to the latest State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks by ACT Research, the used Class 8 average retail
Average US diesel prices see slight spike on Christmas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The average price for a gallon of diesel fuel is up across the nation. According to the Energy Information Administration’s Dec.
Truck driver survives after rig disintegrates in I-81 wreck
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Penn. — A truck driver escaped serious injury on Dec. 20 in an accident that obliterated their rig. According to the New Kingstown
ACT Research: Trailer industry concerns shift toward demand
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Peak order season opened in September, and although net orders in November continued to show relatively healthy bookings, they were softer than
Holiday rush to highways is underway
DALLAS — Professional truck driver Dale Hankins can’t remember the last time he was home for Christmas. He’s been an independent driver for the past
ATA’s Truck Tonnage Index decreases 1% in November
WASHINGTON — American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1% in November after increasing 0.8% in October. In November,
3 charged in California trucking insurance company fraud scheme
OAKLAND, Calif. — Three people who were connected to a now-defunct California insurance firm that provided truck drivers and small trucking companies with automobile liability
Strong US Class 8 tractor orders bolstered by Mexican demand
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Final November Class 8 net orders, at 41,732 units, were up 28% year-over-year, with tractor orders up 20% and vocational equipment orders
Kentucky authorities recover $5.2M in stolen cargo
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Over the past 18 months, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Vehicle Investigations Branch recovered more than $5.2 million dollars in cargo theft
Nearly $10 billion in federal funds available to modernize bridges across US
WASHINGTON — The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, that it has opened applications for $9.7 billion in multi-year funding. The federal funds,
Average US diesel prices down from coast to coast
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Average U.S. diesel prices are down across the nation. According to the Energy Information Administration, the average price for a gallon
Musician Jelly Roll fills big rig with toys for needy kids
NASHVILLE — Country-rap musician Jelly Roll is playing Santa Claus in Nashville. The singer, whose real name is Jason DeFord, recently brought a tractor-trailer packed