Changes to Hours-of-Service will Drive up Costs, says Retail Federation August 1, 2014 The new proposed regulations require mandatory and specified truck driver work breaks, rest periods, and changes the already existing 34-hour restart period to include consecutive nights off.
Senate bill would increase truck weights across states August 1, 2014 WASHINGTON -- A bill allowing states to increase trucks weights to 97,000-pounds on six-axles was introduced in the Senate Thursday.
New Sleep Apnea Program Keeps Drivers on the Road August 1, 2014 Keep your drivers on the road with new sleep apnea program.
Are We There Yet? Recovery chugging, but primed for boost August 1, 2014 LAS VEGAS - According to the numbers, The U.S. economy escaped the so-called Great Recession 18 months ago. So, why doesn't it feel like it?
Speed limiters not coming here: NS official August 1, 2014 HALIFAX -- Ontario and Quebec may have implemented mandatory speed limiters on Jan. 1, but a Nova Scotia transport official says there are no plans for that province to do the same -- at least not anytime soon.
The $21-Million Phone Call August 1, 2014 CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - Coke gets sued for $21 million; jury says its cell-phone policy was vague and ambiguous.
Shaw Commercial Promotes Trucking Careers August 1, 2014 MISSISSAUGA, ON - Shaw releases the second of two commercials designed to promote the trucking industry.
Truck Inspectors are Putting on the Blitz! August 1, 2014 ROADSIDES ACROSS NORTH AMERICA - Roadcheck 2012 is about to kick off.
Teamsters Ask Windsor Dump Truck Drivers to Join August 1, 2014 WINDSOR - Teamsters' ask dump truck drivers to join, truckers say "nah."
Safety Systems Market Set for Growth August 1, 2014 NEW YORK - A tighter regulatory environment sets up safety systems market, says Frost & Sullivan.
United Kingdom Fleets Vs. North American Fleets August 1, 2014 REDWOOD CITY, CA - GreenRoad report shows risky driving differences between the two regions.
Executive Director of BC Trucking Safety Council Brings International Experience August 1, 2014 LANGLEY, BC - Safety council scoops John McMahon for executive director role.
Friday Focus: Driver Wages and The Driver Shortage August 1, 2014 We talk driver wages and driver shortage, and the importance of balance.
Help Your Drivers Stay in Touch August 1, 2014 How employers can help their drivers stay close to home.
Drivers: Communication is Crucial August 1, 2014 Got a call the other day from an owner-operator chum who was wondering what the great minds at Ontario's Ministry of Transportation were up to.