PennFleet offers truck drivers traveling through Pennsylvania a place to rest
PHILADELPHIA – PennFleet has opened its five-acre property to truck drivers to provide parking for any truck drivers who need a place to stop and rest.
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DOT issues guidance, but not exemption, for DOT drug-and-alcohol testing during pandemic
WASHINGTON — With the COVID-19 pandemic, there is concern throughout the trucking industry regarding DOT drug-and-alcohol testing. The Department of Transportation has offered a set
Federal CARES Act includes transportation funding, pay protection for many workers
The Senate passed the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security, or CARES Act, on March 25 by a vote of 96 to zero. The
Florida implements entry checkpoints, but commercial vehicles can keep on rolling
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Late last week, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed an executive order requiring that travelers entering Florida to pass through a checkpoint before
State DOTs doing their part to keep nation’s highways open
To keep the nation’s transportation network functioning in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, state departments of transportation across the country are engaging in an
The Trucker News Channel Episode #095
In this episode… – Trucker becomes a celebrity with his delivery. – International Roadcheck is on hold. – High School converts to rest stop. –
The Truck Boss Show talks hours of service with TruckerNation
Truck Boss team discusses hours of service update with Andrea Marks of TruckerNation, rest stop openings, weigh stations, Joey on the toilet paper shortage with
Trucker Tools launches initiatives to help freight brokers, truckers overcome operating challenges
RESTON, Va. – Trucker Tools , which provides real-time shipment visibility, trip planning, freight-matching and automated booking tools for freight brokers and truckload carriers, has
48 hours after testing for COVID-19, TRC documents their journey
Our friends at the Trucking Review Channel document their journey. Sending prayers to them and everyone else who is ill at the moment. Courtesy: Trucking
CDC: Truckers don’t have to self-quarantine after leaving NYC, but should limit contact while there
NEW YORK — All eyes have been on New York City as the it has become the epicenter for the United States’ novel coronavirus outbreak.
Several Peterbilt models recalled because of increased risk of fire
BELLEVUE, Wa. – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that more than 35,000 Peterbilt 365, 389, 567, and 579 models are affected by
Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Centers offer free DOT inspections
AKRON, Ohio — In response to the economic impact from COVID-19 and to help keep fleets on the road to deliver essential products, Goodyear Commercial
DAT Solutions: Spot van rate up 12% since March 1; Load-to-truck ratio jumps
With supply chains strained by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, spot truckload rates were higher for all three equipment types during the week ending
Coronavirus relief legislation would provide critical assistance to small carriers
WASHINGTON — The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was released late Wednesday night and was unanimously approved by the Senate. This $2.2
International Roadcheck postponed due to public health, safety concerns
GREENBELT, Md. — The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that this year’s International Roadcheck will be postponed. The annual event was originally scheduled
FMCSA waiver offers some exemptions for drivers assisting in COVID-19 relief
WASHINGTON — On March 24, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a waiver that lifts several regulations for commercial driver’s license (CDL) and
California truck stop, Melton Technologies provide free breakfast for truckers
PASO ROBLES, Calif. — Starting today (Wednesday, March 25), truckers who stop by the San Paso Truck Stop, 81 Wellsona Road, will receive a free
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Rose 1.8% in February
ARLINGTON, Va. — American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index rose 1.8% in February after falling 0.3% in January. In February,
GPS data shows critical truck deliveries continuing despite COVID-19 pandemic
ATLANTA — Data released today (Tuesday, March 24) by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) shows that the nation’s trucks are continuing to move —
J.B. hunt provides bonuses in appreciation of COVID-19 response efforts
LOWELL, Ark., – J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. will provide a one-time bonus of $500 for drivers and personnel at field operations and customer facilities supporting