Optimal Dynamics’ new AI aims to simplify spot freight procurement
NEW YORK — Optimal Dynamics, a firm that specializes in artificial decision intelligence for trucking companies, has created a new program that aggregates and recommends
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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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EPA, Kentucky diesel parts seller reach deal over ‘defeat devices’
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a settlement with Thoroughbred Performance Products of Winchester, Kentucky, also known as Thoroughbred Diesel,
Banyan Technology receives transportation industry accolades
CLEVELAND — Banyan Technology, a provider of over-the-road (OTR) freight execution software, has been recognized for its innovation, customer service and support. Inbound Logistics’ annual
E-SMART debuts new smart seat belt
INDIANAPOLIS — Dynamic speed management provider E-SMART has rolled out a new safety feature: The E-SMART Seat Belt. Customizable by fleets, E-SMART Seat Belt detects
Florida Truck Driving Championships hitting the beach at Daytona
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Trucking Association (FTA) will host the 2024 Florida Truck Driving Championships (TDC) June 14-15 at the Ocean Center in Daytona
New 3PL study shines light on role partnerships play in shipping industry
NEW YORK — A new third-party logistics (3PL) study from NTT Data, Penn State and Penske shows that 78% of shippers were satisfied with their
J.B. Hunt named to Fortune 500 list for 12th consecutive year
LOWELL, Ark. — J.B. Hunt Transport Services has been named to the Fortune 500 for the 12th consecutive year, earning the 316 spot on the
Jeff McKinney named TCA’s 2024 Safety Professional of the Year
INDIANAPOLIS — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has awarded Jetco Delivery’s Vice President of Safety, Jeff McKinney, as its 2024 TCA Safety Professional of the
National Secure Your Load Day set for June 6
OLYMPIA — An unsecured load — whether it’s being hauled by a big rig or a pickup — can be deadly. National Secure Your Load
Washington state sounding carbon monoxide alarm after trucker dies
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington state officials have released a report detailing how a truck driver died from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in 2023. According to
Survey finds many drivers are looking for new opportunities
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — A new survey by a truck driver recruitment advertising agency has found that 40% of truckers are currently seeking new driving opportunities.
Spot rates delivered mixed bag in latest week, Truckstop reports
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Reefer spot rates saw their largest drop in months — about 11 cents — during the week ended May 31, according to
Trucker commits suicide after road rage homicide, Pennsylvania police say
BRECKNOCK TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Pennsylvania authorities say a trucker took his own life after he shot a man during a road rage incident on Friday,
US diesel prices continue downward trend
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The average price for a gallon of diesel fuel in the U.S. is down for the eighth straight week as demand
States to receive millions for CMV crash prevention
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly $500 million in grant funds will soon be issued around the country in an effort to prevent commercial motor vehicle crashes.
Range Energy debuts next generation electric-powered trailer
LAS VEGAS — Powered trailer company Range Energy recently debuted its next generation electric-powered trailer system, the RB-01, at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo
Caught on camera: 18-wheeler veers off I-24 into Tennessee creek
NASHVILLE — A Tennessee traffic camera captured the moment a big rig drove off Interstate 24 near Nashville on Sunday afternoon, June 2. According to
Cemex inks renewable natural gas fuel agreement with Clean Energy
HOUSTON and NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Building materials and concrete company Cemex has signed a deal with Clean Energy Fuels Corp. to provide ultra-clean renewable
2025 Mack Calendar Contest winners revealed
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Mack Trucks has announced the winning entries of the 2025 Mack Trucks Calendar Contest. Twelve Mack trucks will be spotlighted in the
Pilot unveils points-per-gallon promotions on diesel fuel
DALLAS — Pilot Travel Centers is bringing back its points-per-gallon promotion. According to a news release, throughout the month of June, diesel fuel users will