P.S.I. promotes Gravell to v.p. of business development
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) has promoted Jonathan Gravell to the new position of vice-president, business development. Gravell will focus on P.S.I.’s future growth by building upon current vendor and customer relationships and integrating acquired businesses to…
Better rates, volumes offset by weaker U.S. dollar: Titanium
BOLTON, Ont. – Titanium Transportation Group reported stronger third quarter revenue and improving volumes, but profits were negatively affected by the weakening U.S. dollar. Still, the company is optimistic trucking conditions will improve in the months to come. Titanium revenue…
Wabash Canada launches GoRight brand
KITCHENER, Ont. – Wabash Canada has announced it’s launching a new GoRight brand for its fleet maintenance business. The company says it has developed a fleet maintenance program that can reduce maintenance costs and improve fleet management, safety, and productivity.…
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Pilot Flying J Fuel Rebate Trial Begins
The trial of four former Pilot Flying J officials accused of fuel rebate fraud started this week. The prosecution and defense offered opening statements in a Tennessee courtroom, with prosecutors painting a picture of an alleged culture of deceit at the company.
TruckPro Acquires Class 8 Parts
Class 8 has been in business since 1998 and is a leading provider of aftermarket truck parts in Central Pennsylvania.
Propane shortage prompts emergency declaration, hours suspension in Wisconsin
Carriers and drivers “in the process of obtaining and transporting propane” are eligible to operate under the hours suspension on all highways in Wisconsin, including intestates.
Bulldog Driver Pay Hike Includes Guaranteed Minimum Salary
Bulldog Hiway Express, a Daseke company, has announced a driver-compensation program called Salary Plus thatincludes a guaranteed minimum salary of $1,000 a week in its flatbed division.
ATA Executing Full-Court Press to Pass GOP Tax Scheme
The American Trucking Associations appears committed to leaving no stone unturned in its quest to see the tax-reform plan introduced on Capitol Hill on Nov. 2 passed into law and signed by President Trump.
Diesel prices skyrocket in West on heels of CA tax increases
The DOE reports fuel prices in California far exceeded the 20-cent tax hike, increasing by 35.6 cents during the week. California’s dramatic increase, tied in with sizeable increases in other regions, brought prices to $2.882 per gallon on average in the U.S.