Reason Foundation Plan Would Fix Chicago Infrastructure Through Toll Roads
A new study from the Reason Foundation finds Chicago has severely underinvested in expressways and urges the region to embark on an ambitious long-term road-building plan paid for entirely by tolls. It’s a financing method that doesn’t sit well with…
Fleets Report 2Q Financial Results
Marten Transport and Werner Enterprises reported positive financial results from the second quarter ended June 30, 2012. USA Truck Inc. reported decreases in revenue, and Heartland Express Reported mixed financial results.
Trucker in Kennedy Accident Charged with Leaving Scene
The truck driver involved in Kerry Kennedy’s Friday car accident has been charged with leaving the scene of it, state police said.
How about those medium-duty tire prices?
So, have you noticed the high price of tires lately? Of course you have.
Obama Administration Announces Five Major Port Projects to Be Expedited
As part of its “We Can’t Wait” initiative, the Obama Administration announced that seven nationally and regionally significant infrastructure projects will be expedited to help modernize and expand five major U.S. ports, including the Port of Jacksonvi…
Residents on the road, again: Truckers, homeowners weigh in on…
Brenda Morris has lived on College Road in Cumberland since before it was paved, and she says overloaded, dirty coal trucks have caused her more problems in the past two years than ever before.
Peninsula trucker who swapped $10,000 of fish for $400 of crack gets rehab, DA says
A truck driver who swapped $10,000 worth of fish he was supposed to deliver for $400 in crack cocaine was sentenced Thursday to drug treatment and probation, a prosecutor said.
Truckers against Trafficking helps identify human trafficking victims
In 2009, a truck driver en route from Minnesota to Detroit called 911 to report that two girls at a truck stop “appeared pretty young” and were going from truck to truck doing business.
CVSN to Honor Eight ‘Century Club’ Members
The Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network is introducing a new recognition program at its 2012 Summit to honor member companies that have been in business for 100 years or more.
Marten Transport Enhances Driver Compensation Package
Marten Transport has enhanced its driver compensation package, transitioning from quarterly performance and safety bonuses to monthly bonuses