4th Quarter Freight Spending Surges as Shipments Ease
A measure of the nation’s freight market showed gains in both spending and shipments during the fourth quarter of 2017, but the strength of the advances differed widely.
Eberspaecher Names Riabstev President of North American Operations
Eberspaecher North America announced that Oleg Riabstev has joined the company as head of its North American business.
Are you feeling SAD?
Have you ever noticed that your mood is affected by the weather? Often, our spirits are lifted on a bright sunny day while a dull, cold, and rainy day may make us feel a little gloomy. Although these are normal…
Avoid heart pump failure
As a trucker, you know it’s vital to keep all your rig’s pumps functioning well. February, Valentine’s Day month, is a great time to consider the maintenance of your body’s major pump – your heart. Your heart, about the size…
Marijuana legalization will create new challenges for fleets
As the anticipated date for legalization of marijuana gets draws closer – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has recently flinched on the July 1 date, instead saying sometime in the summer of 2018 – more provinces and territories are announcing their…
Autonomous Vehicle Sales Could Reach 188,000 Units in 5 Years
A global market research firm says worldwide revenue from autonomous truck and bus technology hit $84 million, and will likely reach $35 billion by 2023.
Cargo theft numbers dipped in 2017, CargoNet reports
A total of 741 cargo thefts were reported to the firm last year in the U.S. and Canada with an average value loss of $196,109. The number of cargo thefts in 2017 was 12 percent lower than in 2016. The firm also recorded another 1,479 stolen tractors, t…
Eberspaecher North America names new president
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Eberspaecher North America has announced it has named Oleg Riabtsev as the new president for its North American entities. Riabtsev brings with him many years of experience in the automotive, OEM, and aftermarket segments. He will be…
Highway Justice, Episode 3: Now undercover, trucker Jake Brakefield plays a key role in planning a special operation
Brakefield, working with detective Lena, heads to Laz’s truck stop diner to set up a staged crime … and learns about the mysterious trucker, “Ghost Rider.”
Trucking Aftermarket Poised for Growth Through 2022
In 2017 the U.S. aftermarket for Class 6-8 trucks and trailers grew to $30.4 billion and it could be poised for growth through 2022.