In the world of trucking, there’s good, there’s better, but nothing beats ‘robust’
The good folks at Kenworth were very excited a couple weeks ago about the official introduction of their new W990 model. Who could blame them?
Klint Lowry
- About Klint Lowry
- Klint Lowry has been a journalist for over 20 years. Prior to that, he did all kinds work, including several that involved driving, though he never graduated to big rigs. He worked at newspapers in the Detroit, Tampa and Little Rock, Ark., areas before coming to The Trucker in 2017. Having experienced such constant change at home and at work, he felt a certain kinship to professional truck drivers. Because trucking is more than a career, it's a way of life, Klint has always liked to focus on every aspect of the quality of truckers' lives.
Posts by Klint Lowry
Diesel prices take big step upward, increases as much as 9 cents on Gulf Coast
On-highway diesel prices took a sharp upward turn for the week ending October 8, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). The average price
Kenworth’s new W990 combines modern features, driver amenities with retro design
LAS VEGAS — It was just a coincidence that fighter jets out of Nellis Air Force Base were occasionally buzzing the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Diesel prices jump nationwide, back over $4 per gallon in California
On-highway diesel prices rose for the week ending Oct. 1, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). The average price nationwide climbed by $0.042
Nationwide diesel prices take tiny tick upward; difference 1 cent or less in all regions
Changes in diesel prices were barely noticeable during the week ending September 24, with most regions seeing a gain of 1 cent or less, while
Southern Recipe pork rind recipe contest to benefit Saint Christopher charity group
The key to good cooking is combining the right ingredients in just the right way for them to achieve the right balance. The same could
Trucking’s Top Rookie for 2018 found new career after 27 years in Navy, Marine Corps
Which is better, youthful drive or age and experience? Clearly, the best case would be for someone to have both qualities – someone who has
FMCSA courts industry input on proposed changes to HOS
At events like the Great American Trucking Show (GATS), the line between work and play is intentionally blurred. It’s an industry trade show dressed up
EROADS and FMCSA present webinar aimed to clarify logging for personal conveyance, ag exemption
Rules are rules, but for every rule there are exceptions, and that’s when things can get murky. That’s certainly been the case ever since the
Diesel prices down nationwide, but by less than a penny most places
On-highway diesel prices slipped ever-so-slightly downward for the week ending Aug. 13, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). The average price nationwide fell
Stay Metrics report says recruiters, dispatchers are pivotal in preventing turnover
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. That old chestnut could have served as the title to Stay Metrics’ latest white
Diesel prices continue to barely budge, edging up $0.006 for the week
On-highway diesel prices continued to fluctuate by the smallest of amounts from week to week, rising to a national average of $3.22 as of July
Diabetes prevention-maintenance programs specialize their services for truckers
Kay Pfeiffer of TrueLifeCare conducted her first Mid-American Trucking Show seminar this year. She’s becoming a regular at high-profile trucking industry events, spreading the word
Mobil Delvac panel discusses what fleets need to do to deal with tech shortage
There’s a lot of concern these days about the growing driver shortage. And it’s a valid concern. But there is another area where the supply
TMAF celebrates 4 years of progress building its brand awareness as industry advocate
 Trucking Moves America Forward is getting its message seen across the country on 186 truck wraps, each seen by an estimated 16 million people a
Goodyear honors 3 drivers at 35th annual Highway Heroes award presentation
From left are Goodyear Marketing Director Gary Medalis, the 2018 Goodyear Highway Hero Award winner, Frank Vieira, and finalists Brian Bucenell and Ryan Moody. (The
Ex-White House spokesman Ari Fleischer touts Trump at TCA Convention
Ari Fleischer, who served as press secretary for President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2003, assessed the current state of American politics in general
New drivers need to stop leaning on GPS, develop navigational skills, trainer says
Eddy Mullins has been training drivers for JB Hunt for 18 years, and he says new drivers are coming to him today with less and