Trucking industry comes together to help N.B. flood victims
DIEPPE, N.B. — Intense flooding has affected residents in New Brunswick and the Atlantic Provinces’ Trucking Association (APTA) along with the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA), and the Trucks for Change Network (T4C) are all working hard t…
The 5 Financial Challenges of In-House Maintenance
There are several hidden but real financial burdens that are often underestimated when companies set up their own fleet maintenance program. Discover how putting maintenance in the hands of an expert can lessen your financial risk while improving vehic…
JNPT truckers to stage work stoppage to protest logistics plan
Because trucks comprise the bulk of transport at JNPT, even a short-lived disruption can cause a substantial cargo backlog. (Above: Trucks lined up at JNPT.) Photo credit: Nhava Sheva Container Operators’ Welfare Association.
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2018’s Queens of the Road named by Real Women in Trucking
Several women were recently honored for their outstanding careers in the trucking industry. The Real Women In Trucking organization handed out Queen of the Road honors to: Sandy Long, who was nominated by Deb LaBree. Sandy was named as a TA/Petro Citiz…
Free coffee for moms at Pilot Flying J this weekend
Pilot Flying J is treating moms to a free cup of coffee (any size) for the upcoming Mother’s Day weekend (May 11-13). Moms can enjoy their choice of iced or hot coffee. They can also choose from a wide selection of creamers, toppings and syrups. When o…
What it takes to right a toppled truck
A crew of five rigs from Cornwall Towing used several large tow trucks with cabling, a counterbalance truck, as well as five air bags to right a tractor-trailer that tipped over in the Petro Pass Truck Stop parking lot off Highway 401 in South Glengarr…
Kelly Willis delivers first album in 11 years
It’s tempting to say country singer Kelly Willis is back after an 11-year absence, but the truth is she hasn’t really been gone. Back Being Blue may be her first solo album since 2007, but the Austin-based singer/songwriter has been plenty …
Here’s how to avoid insect-related illnesses
The weather outside has warmed up in most parts of the country and the higher temperatures are bringing the bugs out. With the return of mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas comes the threat of potential illness. To protect yourself from these insects and the …
Survey shows more women driving trucks
A new survey of carriers shows the number of women truck drivers increased somewhat during 2017. According to research conducted by the National Transportation Institute, the number of women drivers increased from 7.1 percent in the beginning of the ye…
Virginia trucking grand champ title awarded to FedEx driver
Also win 4-Axle class