Tag: trucking news
6.2¢ DROP in Diesel Prices, Now Averaging $3.635 PER Gallon
Falling Diesel Prices Bring Much-Needed Relief to Trucking and the Economy
The recent 6.2-cent drop in diesel prices is more than just a number—it’s a big win...
Trucking in Tornado Season: Stay Sharp & Stay Safe
Peak tornado season falls between March and June, accounting for nearly 70 percent of all tornado occurrences. Tornado Alley is a media-made nickname for...
Outlook For Trucking Industry Profits Is Bright
Freight rates have risen sharply in 2021, boosting trucking profitability to attractive levels. According to DAT Flatbed Rates, nationwide spot rates are up about...
Is Nikola The Future Of Trucking? Investors Think So
There is a new transportation company that's making waves in 2020: that company is called Nikola. If you're wondering who that is, you're not alone, it...
3 Global Truck Festivals You Can’t Miss in 2020
Since you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance you
already recognize that truckers are probably the most terrific people in this
fine nation.
But in case...
Driverless Trucks: Should Truck Drivers Fear The Self Driving Rigs?
Mercedes-Benz recently released their "Future Truck 2025" vision at the International Commercial Vehicles Show in Germany. It's high-tech sleek. The white light-emitting diode in...
Terror Suspect Gets Trucking License In Minnesota
Minnesota Terror Suspects Lands Class A Trucking License
A Minnesota terror suspect that is on the official “No Fly” list may not be able to...
Truck Freight Demand Surges Behind U.S. Economy
Cargo Hauled By U.S. Truck Drivers Up 2.8 Percent
As the U.S. economy and dollar strengthens, so does the trucking industry as both continue to...
Prison Bus Crashes Into Semi Truck In Arizona; Inmates Help Injured
The scene on one Arizona highway looked like that of a Hollywood stunt as a prison bus crashes into a semi truck hauling chemicals....
Senator Tom Carper Proposes Raising Fuel Taxes
A democratic senator from Delaware is proposing to raise fuel taxes over the next four years. That senator is Tom Carper. Senator Carper is...