Magazine / Industry News
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Peterbilt Launches New Model 589, Hailed for Its Legendary Features
Denton, TX… Peterbilt Motors Company unveiled its new Model 589, a traditional on-highway vehicle with renowned Peterbilt design and craftsmanship on Tuesday, May 9th. Acclaimed for its legendary features and complemented by advanced technologies a... -
PGT Trucking Breaks Ground on New Laredo Terminal Facility
Laredo, TX… -PGT Trucking Inc., a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services, broke ground this week to mark the start of the construction for their new state of the art logistics center in... -
From The Chaplain’s Desk
Want to make a difference in the world? God can make a difference in our lives by changing our hearts. And as God changes our hearts, He begins to work powerfully in our lives. Notice that in both steps, God is the One who does the heavy lifting. He ... -
Ascent Ranks 28th on the Transport Topics 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies List
Belleville, MI… Ascent, a leading global logistics company, announced the company ranked 28th on the Transport Topics 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies list, propelling from last year’s ranking of 40th, among all third-party logistics providers co... -
ATHS National Convention & Truck Show Rolling into Reno, Nevada June 8-10
KANSAS CITY, MO… The American Truck Historical Society will host its National Convention & Truck Show in Reno, Nevada from June 8-10, 2023. Spectators can expect to see hundreds of historic trucks of all shapes and sizes on display at the Gra... -
Elite Truck Accessories Announces Merger With 4 State Trucks
Dallas, TX… Elite Truck Accessories has joined the 4 State Trucks family of companies. The official announcement was made May 9th, 2023. “This joint effort is the first of many exciting growth initiatives we have planned over the next few yea... -
Former Cummins Vice President, General Manager Appointed to Hall of Fame Advisory Committee
KANSAS CITY, MO… The American Truck Historical Society has appointed Amy Boerger as a member of the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame Advisory Committee. The American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame works hand in hand... -
CAT Scale Weigh My Truck® App Updates Now Live!
WALCOTT, IA… CAT Scale has released updates for both the iOS and Android versions of the popular Weigh My Truck® app. The new Driver Dashboard now allows drivers to control their account within the app instead of the website. New features includ... -
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...