Magazine / Industry News
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ATA, Protective Insurance Company Distributing 550 Gallons of Hand Sanitizer to Truck Drivers
Truckers able to refill personal supplies at no cost at designated locations Arlington, VA… As professional truck drivers continue serving on the frontlines during the COVID-19 crisis, American Trucking Associations has partnered with Protective... -
Carlisle Events Announces Special Offers for Customers in 2020 and Beyond
Carlisle, PA… To date in 2020, Carlisle Events has produced two events, while Carlisle Auctions has hosted one auction. Those events happened in January and February, respectively. Since then, the world has changed quite a bit due to COVID-19 a... -
St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund Receives $50,000 Donation from C.H. Robinson at Critical Time for the Trucking Industry
While truckers play a critical role in COVID-19 response, they are also at high risk of contracting the virus. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – April 6, 2020 – National nonprofit St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) announced today that the cha... -
DTNA Dealer Network Expanding Service Capacity with 700 Additional Service Bays across 40 New or Remodeled Locations
Daimler Trucks North America LLC’s (DTNA) dealer network is building or remodeling more than 40 locations across 30 U.S. states and Canadian provinces to add 700 more service bays in 2020. “This expansion represents an investment by DTNA’s de... -
Maverick Transportation Names Liz Imel and Brian Cady OTR Driver & Dedicated Driver of the Year
Little Rock, AR… Maverick Transportation recently named two driving professionals as their 2019 Drivers of the Year. Liz Imel received the award for the Over-the-Road (OTR) division and Brian Cady for the Dedicated division. The award is given an... -
In Memory PMTA President and CEO Kevin Stewart
It is with a heavy heart we share the news that PMTA President and CEO Kevin Stewart passed away the morning of Tuesday April 28, 2020. Kevin was a tremendous steward of the association for seven years, serving as the Safety Director for three years... -
Tri-State Trailer Sales Designs Unique Heavy Haul Trailer
PITTSBURGH, PA…. Tri-State Trailer Sales, Inc. has designed a unique heavy haul trailer built by XL Specialized. The trailer was a collaboration between Tri-State Trailer Sales professionals Mike Milanovich and Randy Infield, along with the engin... -
Volvo Trucks Continues to Offer Industry-Leading Uptime Support During COVID-19
Volvo Trucks North America continues to provide customers with exceptional uptime support amid the current COVID-19 situation. As always, Volvo Action Service (VAS) is enabling customers to connect with highly trained uptime experts for 24/7 ass... -
AMBEST Announces the 2020 AMBUCK$ Grand Prize 1964 Mustang 289 V8 Convertible
Brentwood, TN… AMBEST has announced the Grand Prize for the AMBUCK$ Rewards program is a 1964 Mustang 289 V8 Convertible. This milestone is a major move for AMBEST on its mission to be America’s BEST Travel Centers & Service Centers. “The... -
ATA Lauds Congressional Effort to Improve Availability of Truck Parking
Arlington, VA… The American Trucking Associations praised the introduction of the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act – legislation that would address the trucking industry’s critical need to expand access to safe commercial parking. “Truc... -
Averitt Express Named Top Fleet to Watch in 2020
Cookeville, TN… Averitt Express, a Tennessee-based transportation company, has been recognized as one of the Top Fleets to Watch in 2020 by the Truckload Carriers Association and Carriers Edge. “We’re really pleased to have been named one of t... -
America's Road Team Captain Stephen Richardson Honored at White House
America's Road Team Captain Stephen Richardson, a 19-year driver for Big G Express, Inc., was honored Thursday, April 16 at the White House by President Donald Trump along with other commercial truck drivers and the industry as a whole. Richardson,... -
Keystone Chapter of the Antique Truck Club of America (ATCA) Hosted Annual Truck Show In 2019
The Keystone Chapter of the Antique Truck Club of America (ATCA) held their annual show July 26-27 in East Freedom, PA. The show was held on the grounds of the former East Freedom Elementary School now owned by Through, Inc. Set-up was Friday aft... -
Kriska Transportation Group named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 20th consecutive year.
For the 20th consecutive year, the Kriska Transportation Group (KTG) has received the prestigious designation as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. KTG is recognized for its overall business performance and sustained growth. Canada’s Best Ma... -
Mayflower Launches All-New Contest To Win $25,000 For An Epic Life Move
ST. LOUIS… Mayflower, America’s most trusted moving company, announced its all-new “Mover of Movers” contest, calling the nation’s daydreamers, risktakers and adventurers for the chance to have their next epic life move funded by Mayflower.... -
NATSO, American Trucking Associations Urge Local Governments To Ensure Drivers, Emergency Relief Supplies Aren’t Delayed
Alexandria, VA… NATSO, representing truckstops and travel plazas, and the American Trucking Associations (ATA) have urged state and local governments to carefully consider the operational differences of essential businesses when implementing socia... -
Roadworks Manufacturing Launches Three New Products For Heavy Duty Trucks
RoadWorks Manufacturing®, a Truck Hero® company, and the leading designer and manufacturer of stainless-steel aftermarket accessories for heavy duty trucks, introduces the three new products: the Multi-Fit Classic Style Blind Mount Bumper, the De... -
Volvo Financial Services Offers Finance Program to Help Customers
Volvo Financial Services (VFS) is offering customers in the U.S. an enhanced finance program on the purchase or lease of a model year 2020 or 2019 Volvo VNL, VNR, VNX or VHD model during this time of financial uncertainty as a result of COVID-19. �... -
ATA Joins President Trump in Recognizing America’s Truck Drivers at White House - Event Honors Nation’s Truckers for Their Critical Role in COVID-19 Response
Arlington, VA… The American Trucking Associations joined President Trump at an event on April 16th on the White House lawn to recognize the critical role our nation’s truck drivers are playing in America’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. D... -
Brown Dog Carriers Offering “A Helping Paw” to Aid COVID-19 Response
BIDDEFORD, ME… Brown Dog Carriers, a purpose-driven carrier and logistics company based in Biddeford, has launched “A Helping Paw,” a community call to action campaign aimed at organizing efforts to deliver essential services and supplies to ...