Magazine / Industry News
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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... -
Kenworth T880S Mixer Auction Raises $260,000 for Leading Charities
Kenworth, Con-Tech Manufacturing, and Rihm Kenworth recently partnered to donate a special Kenworth T880S 11-yard Con-Tech BridgeKing Mixer to raise money for charity. The mixer truck was shown at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. During a live auction... -
Welcome To “Len Dunman Way”
LOUISVILLE, KY… Mercer Transportation officially named the Safety hallway at their Louisville, Kentucky headquarters as Len Dunman Way . Safety Director Len Dunman recently retired after 42 years of service to Mercer Transportation.... -
Peterbilt Announces New LED Headlights for Medium Duty Vehicles
Denton, TX,… Peterbilt is pleased to announce the availability of new LED headlights as optional equipment across its medium duty vehicle lineup. Designed specifically for medium duty applications, the new LED headlights offer greater light output,... -
Rural King Honors Four Drivers For 1 Million Accident-Free Miles At Inaugural ‘Rural King Of The Road’ Banquet
MATTOON, IL… Rural King celebrated an extraordinary milestone in trucking safety and excellence on Saturday, March 8, with its first annual Rural King of the Road Million Mile Banquet at the Mattoon Golf & Country Club. The event honored f... -
Industry Veteran Brent Hutto Joins Truck Parking Club as Chief Relationship Officer
Chattanooga, TN… I am incredibly excited to announce that Brent Hutto is joining Truck Parking Club as our Chief Relationship Officer. This is a huge moment for us, and I couldn't be more thrilled to welcome someone of Brent's caliber to our team... -
When Struggles Come
The two verses below are special to me because they remind me that I am fallible and have no control over my life. Even though I may think I do. Realizing that, I then need to decide how I am going to respond to that infallibility when struggles come... -
4 State Trucks Partners with Largest Chrome Shop in Northern Indiana, I-65 Truck & Accessories
4 State Trucks, home of the Chrome Shop Mafia in Joplin, MO., is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with I-65 Truck and Accessories Sales LLC, a chrome shop and truck service center located in Remington, IN. As of January 2025, I-65 Truck ... -
Bendix Provides Reminders And Product Updates As Epa’s Copper-Free Brake Initiative Reaches Its Finish Line
AVON, OH… The end of the calendar year will mark the completion of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Copper-Free Brake Initiative, and Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix) is reminding industry professionals to make sure they... -
The Big Rig Build-Off Returns to the Mid-America Trucking Show
The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is proud to announce the return of the Big Rig Build-Off, one of the trucking industry’s most exciting custom truck competitions. This premier event will take place during MATS 2025 at the Kentucky Exposition Ce... -
Bob Hunter: A Legacy That Lives On
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Bob Hunter on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Bob was more than a dedicated leader in the trucking industry—he was a friend, mentor, and a beloved member of the Hunter Truck family. His kindness, wisdom, and u... -
Mid-America Trucking Show Announces Return of Friday Concert Featuring Tony Justice with Colt Ford
The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of its iconic Friday Concert, sponsored by Bennett, Bridgehaul, and Ace Doran. This year’s event promises to deliver an unforgettable evening of music, camar... -
PacLease Sets Record in Location Growth. Adds 28 New Locations in 2024
BELLEVUE, WA… PacLease, a leading full-service lease and rental company, achieved a significant milestone with the expansion of its franchise network and achieved record location coverage. PacLease set a record in franchise growth in 2024, adding 2... -
Peterbilt Recognizes North American Dealer Group of the Year
Denton, TX… Peterbilt announced The Peterbilt Store as the 2024 North American Dealer Group of the Year at its annual Dealer Meeting in Tucson, AZ held February 5-7. The prestigious Dealer Group of the Year recognition is achieved by the dealership... -
Sean Duffy Sworn In as Secretary of U.S. Department of Transportation and Takes Immediate Action to Make Cars More Affordable
WASHINGTON, DC… Sean Duffy was officially sworn in as the 20th Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). Secretary Duffy was administered the oath of office by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas at the U.S. Supreme Cou... -
Sheetz Hosts Grand Opening in Troy, Ohio
On Tuesday, January 14, Sheetz, a major Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, officially opened its new store located at 3460 North County Road 25-A Troy, OH 45373. In honor of this grand opening, Sheetz donated $2,500 to the Shared Harve... -
Sheetz Opens Third Toledo-Area Location in North Baltimore
On Wednesday, December 18, Sheetz, a major Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, officially opened its new store located at 13175 Deshler Road, North Baltimore, OH 45872. This is Sheetz’s third Toledo-area location. Sheetz opened its fir...