Magazine / Industry News
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Peterbilt Announces Availability of Bendix® Fusion™ Stop & Auto-Go Advanced for Model 579
Denton, TX… Peterbilt is pleased to announce the availability of Bendix® Fusion™ Stop & Auto-Go Advanced on the Model 579. The new system uses a new forward-facing camera and upgraded software to enhance collision mitigation for both movin... -
Plan Now for the ATHS National Convention & Truck Show
KANSAS CITY, MO… The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) invites truck enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the general public to attend the 2025 ATHS National Convention & Truck Show, taking place June 5–7 at the Alliant Energy Ce... -
R&M Trucking Takes Delivery of First Volvo VNR Electric Truck as First Volvo on Demand Customer
Volvo on Demand is a highly flexible, Truck-as-a-Service subscription initiative, designed to drive the adoption of zero-tailpipe emission technology by removing large upfront capital investments. Now, the very first Volvo on Demand customer in t... -
Three Professional Drivers Recognized as 2024 TCA Highway Angels of the Year
Phoenix, AZ… Professional truck drivers Jason Corino of Melton Truck Lines, Michael Dorsey of Mercer Transportation, and Daljit Sohi of Triple Eight Transport have been named the 2024 TCA Highway Angels of the Year by the Truckload Carriers Asso... -
Transport For Christ
We have seen several storms lately of various kinds. Some that created large amounts of devastation. These storms were unwanted and unwelcome, but they came any way. That holds true for the storms we face in life. Mark 4:37-41 is a good reminder of ... -
Goin’ To California?
YOUNGSTOWN, OH… If you are going to California in your truck, you may have heard that effective January 2025, you must have your truck emission certified twice a year for the first two years and four times a year after that. Fyda Freightliner of Yo... -
Kenworth Announces Sunset of the Iconic W900, T800, and C500 Models
KIRKLAND, WA… Kenworth has announced it will end production of its legacy 1.9-meter cab Class 8 trucks, which includes Kenworth’s W900 (W900L and W900B models), T800W (wide-hood), and the C500 in 2026. The decision is due to evolving emission... -
Load Covering Solutions’ POW’R-AM Auto Rear Lock Mechanism
LCS is confident when we say we have "Slam Dunked" the industry's finest Patented rear automatic lock and tensioning mechanism for a rolling tarp system. There is not much to see, because nothing is located above or below the deck. LCS patented desig... -
Peterbilt Announces Availability of TX-12 PRO Automated Transmission with MX-13 Engines
Denton, TX… Peterbilt is pleased to announce the availability of the PACCAR TX-12 PRO automated transmission with PACCAR MX-13 engines for the Peterbilt Models 579, 567 and 589. The new transmission-engine combination offers optimized performance... -
Shell Rotella® SuperRigs® 2025 Comes To Atlanta
LOUISVILLE, KY…. Julie Wright, Shell Rotella’s Marketing and Media Manager invites Professional Truck Drivers to the Atlanta Motor Speedway on May 29-31 for the 2025 Shell Rotella® SuperRigs® Competition. The Speedway is south of the Atlanta me... -
BRW Recognizes Top Contract Carriers for 2024
OXFORD, AL… BRW, an industry leader in trucking, warehousing, logistics and fulfillment, is pleased to announce its Top Contract Carriers for 2024. These esteemed companies have demonstrated exceptional performance, dedication, and commitment thro... -
CVSA Opens Nominations for 2025 International Driver Excellence Award
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is now accepting nominations for its International Driver Excellence Award (IDEA), an annual award that recognizes an extraordinary professional commercial motor vehicle driver and their commitment to pub... -
Kenworth Names 2025 Dealer Council, 2025 Parts Council, and 2025 Service Council to Support the World’s Best Customer Experience
KIRKLAND, WA… Kenworth Truck Company named the 2025 members appointed to its Dealer Council, Parts Council, and Service Council to support The World’s Best® customer experience throughout the Kenworth dealer network. Kenworth Dealer Council Th... -
New Cummins Gasoline Engine for Kenworth Medium Duty Trucks Meets All 2027 EPA and CARB Requirements
INDIANAPOLIS, IN… At NTEA Work Truck Week® 2025, Kenworth showed the Cummins B6.7 Octane engine for the first time. The new gasoline engine will be EPA 2027 certified, will meet strict CARB low NOx regulations, and will be available for order la... -
OOIDA Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Expand Truck Parking
Washington, DC… The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) today announced its strong support for the bipartisan Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, introduced by U.S. Representatives Mike Bost (R-IL) and Angie Craig (D-MN). T... -
OOIDA Statement on Lutnick Confirmation
A statement from Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) President Todd Spencer regarding the confirmation of Mr. Howard Lutnick to be U.S. Secretary of Commerce by the U.S. Senate. “OOIDA and the 150,000 small business truckers we r... -
Truckers To Testify In Support Of Towing Reform Proposals In Missouri
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association testified at the Missouri capitol at a hearing discussing towing reform. Earlier this year, OOIDA expressed support for two proposals in Missouri that would ensure fair treatment for truck drivers in... -
TCA Announces Inaugural TCA Elite Fleet Certified Carriers
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is excited to unveil the first-ever TCA Elite Fleet certified carriers. Forty-seven truckload carriers have earned the esteemed TCA Elite Fleet certification, recognizing them as the 2025 Best Place to Dri... -
Tennessee Now Providing Real-Time Slowdown Alerts to Truck Drivers Through Drivewyze Smart Roadways
ALBANY, NY… In a move to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities, Tennessee has become the latest state to offer sudden slowdown alerts and a virtual sign network to commercial drivers through Drivewyze by Fleetworthy’s Smart Roadways product. ... -
Volvo Trucks Unveils All-New Volvo VNR
Volvo Trucks North America has redefined the meaning of “Opening Act” when they unveiled the all-new Volvo VNR in the Music City as part of the Technology & Maintenance Council’s (TMC) 2025 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exh...