Magazine / Industry News
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Top Brake Manufacturers Design for NVH Control
Brake technology is one of the greatest contributors to the presence of noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) in vehicles; however, top-quality brake technology can successfully control NVH to give a safer, more comfortable ride. Friction formulatio... -
Truckers Agree Administration’s Deregulation Policies Would Drive Economic Growth
Grain Valley, MO… The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, the nation’s only organization that represents small-business truckers, supports the Administration’s continued push to reduce regulations. “We agree with the White Hous... -
Trucking Leaders Join President Trump in Calling for Tax Reform
Harrisburg, PA… Leaders with the American Trucking Associations joined President Trump in calling on Congress to quickly act on comprehensive tax reform as a way of growing the economy and creating jobs. "While trucking sustains the vitality of th... -
Truckload Turnover Surges in Second Quarter - Churn Picks Up at Both Small and Large Fleets
Arlington, VA… The turnover rate at truckload carriers surged in the second quarter of the year, a sign that the market for drivers is quickly tightening, according to American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Bob Costello. "We saw double digi... -
We Appreciate Our Drivers
At Mawson and Mawson, we appreciate our experienced fleet of drivers. We understand that we would not be in business for as long as we have without them — it’s that simple. As a small gesture of our appreciation, we celebrate ‘DRIVERS APPRECIAT... -
Western PA Drivers Haul Hay To Montana For Farm Aid
EMLENTON, PA… Five Professional Truck Drivers donated their time to haul loads of much needed hay to Montana farmers who were victims of the recent wildfires. Perry Altmire, Jr. and two of his drivers, David Campbell and Rob Metz drove trucks ow... -
A Visit To The Mack Museum
During the introduction of the new Mack Anthem, members of the press had the opportunity to tour the Mack Visitor’s Center and Mack Museum in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. There were some very interesting Macks on display, a testament to Mack’s ... -
Champions Announced In Navistar North American Technician Rodeo
LISLE, IL… Symbolizing Navistar’s commitment to customer uptime, technicians from Arizona and West Virginia triumphed in two recent competitions testing the skills and speed of service professionals from the company’s dealer networks. Nathan R... -
“9-11 - We Will Never Forget...”
The Slippery Rock Fire Department and Rescue Team had a moving tribute on display in their parking lot on September 11th to honor all of those who lost their lives in the 9-11 Terrorist Attacks in 2001. The wind was gently blowing the American Flag,... -
A Simple Tip For Cleaning Electronic Screens
A dirty touchscreen is difficult to view and read, especially in bright light. Fingers leave greasy marks, particularly if motor oil or hand lotion is present. Even if unused, road dust settles and plastics off-gas into a hazy film. Shurhold Industr... -
AASHTO Expresses Strong Support for FHWA Administrator Nominee Trombino
WASHINGTON… The White House has announced that it has nominated Paul Trombino, former Iowa Department of Transportation director and former president of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, to lead the Federal Hi... -
AFTC Launches Food Safety Compliance Self-Assessment Tool
Arlington, VA… The American Trucking Associations' Agricultural and Food Transporters Conference, along with the American Frozen Food Institute, launched a new online self-assessment tool to help motor carriers evaluate their processes and procedu... -
Bendix Honors 2017 ATA National Truck Driving Championships Grand Champion Award Winner
ELYRIA, OH… Following four days of competition, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC honors the Grand Champion winner of this year’s American Trucking Associations (ATA) National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC), held Aug. 9-12 in Orlando, Flo... -
Bison Transport Driver Assists Injured Fellow Driver
ALEXANDRIA, VA… Ajay Toor, of Surrey, Canada, a professional truck driver for Bison Transport of Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been named a Highway Angel by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). He is being recognized for assisting a fellow truck dri... -
Boyd Bros. Transportation Announces 4 Cpm Pay Increase For Company Drivers
Clayton, AL… Boyd Bros. Transportation has recently announced a 4 cent per mile pay increase for company drivers that will go into effect September 5, 2017. The new pay package will also include a $900 weekly pay guarantee for the fleet. The 4 cent... -
CRST Expedited Announces Pay Increase for New Drivers
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA… CRST Expedited, Inc., the largest operating company of CRST International, Inc., announced a 15-percent pay increase for new contract student drivers effective Monday, August 21. New drivers who receive CDL training through CRST�... -
Daimler Supports Victims Of Hurricane Harvey Disaster In Texas
Stuttgart, Germany… In a joint effort Daimler AG’s US based subsidiaries Mercedes-Benz USA, Mercedes-Benz US International, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services and Daimler Trucks North America support the population in southern U.S. states affected ... -
Daimler Trucks North America Hosts Groundbreaking for New Logistics Center at Cleveland, North Carolina Facility
CLEVELAND, NC… As part of an ongoing initiative to improve their manufacturing targets of quality, efficiency and being a Great Place to Work, Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) broke ground today, paving the way for a modern logistics center at i... -
Detroit Connect Portal Now Available for Freightliner and Western Star Customers
YOUNTVILLE, CA… All Freightliner Trucks and Western Star customers with an active Detroit™ Connect suite of connected vehicle services subscription now have access to the Detroit Connect portal. The portal is a hub for new and future connectivity... -
ELD Mandate Should Be Delayed While States And Law Enforcement Agencies Get Their Act Together
Grain Valley, MO… The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association filed a petition with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration pointing out that 26 states have not yet incorporated an electronic logging regulation into state law and are...