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EPA SmartWay Honors CRST Expedited, Inc., of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for Exceptional Supply Chain Environmental and Energy Efficiency
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay Excellence Awards have recognized CRST Expedited, Inc., of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, as an industry leader in supply chain environmental and energy efficiency. Awardees represent the top 1 to 2 percen... -
EPA Urged to Level the Playing Field for Energy Efficiency in the Clean Power Plan
Washington, DC… A diverse alliance is calling on the Environmental Protection Agency to expand incentives for energy efficiency in the Clean Power Plan. Led by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), it argues that energy eff... -
Essential Items You Need For Surviving Winter - Surviving Winter Isn’t An Easy Task. We’re Here To Help.
A smart driver is a prepared driver. Thanks to Murphy’s Law we can always expect the worst in winter conditions, that’s why being prepared is always key. A lot of these items may seem like no-brainers, but it’s important to check every year and... -
Firestone Industrial Products Remembers Larry David Wilson, a 46-Year Veteran of OEM Industry
INDIANAPOLIS, IN… Firestone Industrial Products, LLC (FSIP) is remembering Larry David Wilson, a beloved member of the OEM industry and longtime employee, who recently passed away. Wilson, 78, of Carmel, Indiana, devoted 46 years of his career to t... -
Frank Calvert Earns National Truck Driver of the Year Title
Oklahoma City, OK… American Trucking Associations' Safety Management Council recognized outstanding trucking leaders at the Safety, Security and Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition in Oklahoma City. Frank Calvert, professional truck ... -
Fyda Freightliner Announces Launch of New Website
Fyda Freightliner recently launched a brand new, fully redesigned website. The new website is built on an ultra-modern mobile responsive database-driven platform. Visitors can easily navigate to and interact with any area of the site, which includes... -
Incident Responders to PA Drivers: ‘Steer Clear of Accident Scenes’-First Responders Urge Drivers To Move Over Or Slow Down So They Can Do Their Jobs
HARRISBURG, PA… The men and women whose job it is to respond to roadway incidents throughout Pennsylvania recently met in Harrisburg to discuss ways to work together to improve how they prepare for and respond to roadway emergencies. Their appeal ... -
#Keepthanksmoving Campaign Salutes Behind-The-Scenes Individuals Who Deliver Holiday Happiness
GREENVILLE, SC… Michelin North America, Inc. (“Michelin”) is entering a second consecutive holiday season to launch the transportation appreciation campaign, #KeepThanksMoving. The social and digital media initiative celebrates millions of tran... -
11th Annual Barn Party A Great Success
JACKSON CENTER, PA… For 11 years Bill Doyle, with the help of a lot of friends, has been hosting a “barn party”. A gathering of friends and family, many of them members of the trucking industry, for a day of food and fun to raise money for cha... -
"2nd Annual #519strong Toy Drive for Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh"
Jeremy Coast was diagnosed with AML Leukemia in September 2012. He went through treatments and the doctors confirmed that he was in remission in March 2013. On February 15, 2014 he found out that the cancer had returned. The doctors told him and h... -
ATA Economist Says Inventory Glut, Manufacturing Has Hurt Volumes in 2016
American Trucking Associations’ Chief Economist Bob Costello said, the trucking industry has seen soft volumes in 2016 due to bloated inventories and a weak manufacturing environment. “The current cycle of larger than normal inventories has tak... -
"ATAs Share the Road Program Rolls Out Comprehensive Truck Safety Video"
Arlington, VA… American Trucking Associations and ATA's Share the Road highway safety program are launching the Share the Road Instructional Video to demonstrate Share the Road's new instructional video addresses the 21st century's most prevalent ... -
ATA Sends Inquiry to Rhode Island About Plan to Restrict Truck Access to Roads - RIDOT Providing Strategies to Prevent Trucks from Using Alternative Routes in State
Arlington, VA… American Trucking Associations has asked the state of Rhode Island to provide information to the trucking industry about outreach the state has done to communities that are likely to be affected by an increase in truck traffic as a r... -
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Jumped 5.7% in August
Arlington, VA… American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased 5.7% in August, following a 2.1% decline during July. In August, the index equaled 141.8 (2000=100), up from 134.2 in July. The ... -
Bendix Tech Tips: Air Chamber Maintenance And Replacement
ELYRIA, OH… While every part of a commercial vehicle air braking system is important to safe and effective operation, air chambers have a uniquely vital job: At each wheel-end, it’s the air chamber – sometimes called the actuator – that trans... -
Bendix Windshield-Mounted Cameras Permanently Acceptable Under Change In Fmcsa Rules
The video camera component of the Bendix® Wingman® Fusion™ collision mitigation technology and AutoVue® Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System from Bendix CVS will remain compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules, tha... -
Bestpass Creates Two New Departments to B etter Serve Expanding Customer Base
ALBANY, NY… Bestpass, Inc., a company that provides single-source payment and streamlined toll management services to commercial fleets, has launched two new departments – a dedicated Owner-Operator Customer Service team and a Fulfillment Center... -
Bridgestone Names New President of Commercial Truck & Bus Tire Business
NASHVILLE, TN…Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (Bridgestone) has announced that Joseph Saoud has joined the company as president, truck and bus radial (TBR), Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations (BATO). In this role, Saoud will be responsible for leadin... -
Carrier Transicold to Offer Telematics System for Transport Refrigeration Units
ATHENS, GA… Carrier Transicold announced it will offer a customized telematics solution that will deliver advanced capabilities for its transport refrigeration units (TRUs). The new telematics solution will help fleets manage their refrigerated as... -
CRST International Inc. Acquires Gardner Trucking Inc.
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA… CRST International Inc. , one of the largest privately held transportation companies in the United States, today announced the acquisition of privately held Gardner Trucking Inc., headquartered in Ontario, Calif. Founded in 1989...