Estes named top company for women, sustainability
RICHMOND, Va. — Estes, the largest, privately owned freight carrier in North America, has been named to both Forbes’ Best Employers for Women 2023 ranking
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Laredo, Texas customs agents find 28 undocumented immigrants inside tractor’s cab
LAREDO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents from the Laredo North Station intercepted a human smuggling attempt using a tractor-trailer on Aug. 6
Georgia aims for flagship status in number of CMV hydrogen fueling stations
ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is aiming for his state to lead the nation in the number of commercial vehicle hydrogen fueling stations. According
Bridgestone introduces new ultra-wide tire for long-haul fleets
NASHVILLE — Bridgestone Americas has launched the Greatec M703 Ecopia ultra-wide base tire for long-haul and regional applications. According to a news release, the tire
Research center for wireless electric vehicle charging opens in Pennsylvania
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. — The first research and development center devoted exclusively to high-power, high-speed wireless charging for electric vehicles (EVs) and commercial fleets
New York begins automated enforcement of overweight trucks
NEW YORK — New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez have announced that the city
Electric tractor owners should expect wait before infrastructure meets charging demands
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Any fleet or independent owner-operators who purchase electric tractors need to factor in patience as part of the transition because of a
Wreck leaves SUV wedged between big rig, Philadelphia city bus
PHILADELPHIA — A wild wreck on Aug. 8 on the streets of West Philadelphia left an SUV sandwiched between a tractor-trailer and a city bus.
Fire claims big rig along Oklahoma interstate
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) reports that there were no injuries in a tractor-trailer fire on Aug. 8 along Interstate 35 northbound
Truckstop: Total spot rates rise for 1st time since May
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Fueled by solid gains in the van segments, the total broker-posted spot rate in the Truckstop system rose for the first time
Texas officials ask motorists to prepare for more traffic on sales tax holiday weekend
LAREDO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is reminding travelers to build more time into their travel plans as the annual Texas back
Iowa accepting applications for diesel emission reduction grants
AMES, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Transportation is now accepting grant applications for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Diesel Emission Reduction Program (DERA).
Electric truck maker Nikola on path to success, CEO says
PHOENIX — Electric truck manufacturer Nikola Corporation is enjoying success, company CEO Michael Lohscheller said in a recent announcement about Nikola’s financial health. The company
Ohio governor announces new safety improvements for state’s roads
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has pledged $61 million in funding for 27 new traffic safety projects in numerous counties across the state.
Love’s Travel Stops donates $100K to St. Christopher Truckers Fund
OKLAHOMA CITY — Love’s Travel Stops, in an effort to support professional truck drivers, has made a $100,000 donation to the St. Christopher Truckers Development
Relay Payments’ Haul of Fame Contest seeks 2 outstanding drivers
ATLANTA — Attention families and employers of truck drivers in the U.S.: It’s time to show your favorite driver some love. Relay Payments has officially
FASTPORT reports record number of nominations for driving award
WASHINGTON — FASTPORT has announced that they have received a record number of nominations for the 2023 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award. In addition,
New Sheetz location in London, Ohio, has 41 truck parking spots
ALTOONA, Pa. — Sheetz, a major Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, opened its newest location on Aug. 8 at 1367 U.S. 42 in London, Ohio.
J.B. Hunt set to buy 13 electric Nikola tractors
PHOENIX and LOWELL, Ark. — J.B. Hunt has entered into an agreement with electric truck manufacturer Nikola to purchase more than a dozen zero-emission Class
Diesel fuel prices continue to climb
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Average U.S. diesel prices are rising sharply. According to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average price as of Aug. 7