Magazine / Industry News
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OOIDA Celebrates 50 Years
In 1973, in a small town in Missouri, a passionate group of independent truckers came together to fight for their rights and interests in the face of a devastating oil embargo crisis. Among these founders was Jim Johnston, who recognized the need for... -
From The Chaplain’s Desk
You are on the road, and it has been a while since you have been home. Thoughts enter your mind, and you begin to get concerned about your family, a financial situation or even a work-related issue. You think so long about whatever situation is plagu... -
Bestpass Partners with ORDP to Deliver Integrated Access to CDL Legal Protection Services
ALBANY , NY… Bestpass, Inc. (“Bestpass,”), the leader in toll payment and management solutions for commercial fleets, announced it has partnered with ORDP (Open Road Drivers Plan®), a leading provider of CDL legal protection services for c... -
Detroit Introduces New Integrated Safety Offering with Detroit Connect Video Capture
DETROIT, MI… , Detroit® announced the launch of its newest safety feature the Detroit Connect Video Capture (DCVC) service, available as a subscription-based option in the Detroit Connect Portal. The proprietary digital service provides an additio... -
Drivers Experience Fuel Efficiency without Compromise with Volvo Trucks I-Torque
Volvo Trucks North America is proud to report that fleets across North America are increasingly choosing to spec trucks with Volvo I-Torque technology — its innovative powertrain solution that delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency for Class 8 dies... -
Industry Leaders Recognized by TMC During Annual Meeting
Orlando, FL… American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council honored several industry professionals with a variety of awards for their important service to the council and the industry during the Council’s 2023 Annual Meeti... -
Love’s Offering 10-Cent Auto & Fuel Discount
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK…. Love’s Travel Stops is offering more savings for customers through a 10-cent discount on gasoline and auto diesel, the company announced Wednesday. The discount, which four-wheel customers can redeem on the Love’s Connect Ap... -
Spring is a Good Time to Make Sure Your Truck is Properly Maintained
With spring in full swing, it’s a good reminder that a seasonal check of a number of items is necessary to keep trucks operating properly. A regular maintenance program is critical to keeping drivers on the road and can help reduce operating costs ... -
TMC Honors Four with Silver Spark Plug
Orlando, FL… American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council honored four professionals with its highest honor — the Silver Spark Plug —at the opening of TMC’s 2023 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibit... -
TV’s Survivor 43 Winner Mike Gabler Does Exclusive Interview with Wreaths Across America Radio
COLUMBIA FALLS, ME… On December 14, 2022, Survivor 43 winner Mike Gabler made Survivor history twice. First, at 52 years old, Gabler became the second oldest person to ever win the TV reality survival game show. Secondly, he announced he will d... -
Daimler Truck North America Commemorates 750,000th Vehicle Produced at Mount Holly Truck Manufacturing
Mount Holly, NC… Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) today commemorated the production of the 750,000th vehicle built at its Mt. Holly truck manufacturing plant. Keys to the milestone vehicle – a Freightliner M2 106 Plus – were presented t... -
Lineage Logistics Integrated Solutions Announces Carrier of the Year Awards Program
Novi, MI … Lineage Logistics ("Lineage" or the "Company"), one of the leading temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions providers worldwide, today announced 11 winners of its first-ever Carrier of the Year awards program, whi... -
Shell Rotella ® Steps Up to the Plate for St. Christopher Fund - Customized Louisville Slugger Autographed Bat Was Auctioned Off To Support St. Christopher Fund
Louisville, KY… Shell Rotella® has teamed up with the St. Christopher Truckers Development and Relief Fund (SCF) through an online auction for a customized, Louisville Slugger baseball bat, signed by the legendary Hall of Fame Shortstop, Cal Rip... -
Shell Rotella SuperRigs is Ready to Ride Into Wyoming
Shell Rotella is excited to announce that the 41st Shell Rotella SuperRigs competition will be hosted in the great state of Wyoming for the first time ever. The truck beauty contest will be held June 8-10 at CAM-PLEX in Gillette, WY. Conveniently loc... -
Transervice Ranks 243 On The 2023 Freightwaves Ratings Top 500 Largest For-Hire Carriers List
LAKE SUCCESS, NY… The 2023 FreightWaves Top 500 For-Hire Carrier list (ratings.freightwaves.com/carriers-for-hire/top-500-2023/) ranks companies on the basis of tractor count. Data was compiled largely from publicly available databases and respon... -
Biden-Harris Administration Proposes Strongest-Ever Pollution Standards for Cars and Trucks to Accelerate Transition to a Clean-Transportation Future (Remarks by Todd Spencer, OOIDA at the bottom)
WASHINGTON , DC. On April 12th, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new proposed federal vehicle emissions standards that will accelerate the ongoing transition to a clean vehicles future and tackle the climate crisis. The pro... -
Launching New Modular Guard Series by Magnum Trailer & Equipment Inc.
Magnum is excited to announce the release of their all-new Modular Guard Series. The Magnum MG Series is targeted specifically towards North America’s most popular Class 8 fleet trucks. Geared towards the demands of the long-haul highway transporta... -
PMTA Honors Top Drivers, Names Driver Of The Year For 2022
CAMP HILL -- The Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association honored 12 Drivers of the Month and named the 2022 Driver of the Year on March 22 at the Penn Harris Hotel in Camp Hill. The Driver of the Year Banquet is sponsored by Sentry Insurance. This yea... -
Exciting Announcements From Shell Rotella
LOUISVILLE, KY…. Annie Peter, North American Brand Manager for Shell Rotella had a lot of exciting news to announce on behalf of Shell at the recent Mid-America Trucking Show. Annie’s first announcement was about the upcoming 2023 Shell SuperRigs... -
Carlisle Events Season Schedule Includes Displays, Milestones, and Excitement - Cool Cars, Vendors, and Passionate Guests to Return to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds in 2023
Carlisle, PA… 2022 was a great year in Carlisle, Pennsylvania both with the internationally recognized car shows backed by Carlisle Events as well as some awesome collector car auction excitement powered by Carlisle Auctions. Records fell, smile...