Africa: Protests Over Pay in Algeria and South Africa
Unresolved wage disputes are likely to lead police auxiliaries in Algeria and truckers in South Africa to demonstrate in coming days or weeks.
LCV Parking and Teaching Etiquette
If we had a loonie for every time we got an email or phone call about the lack of courtesy among today’s truck drivers, every Friday would be Office Pizza Day.
Truck Driver Social Media Convention Oct. 27-28
The Truck Driver Social Media Convention is scheduled to be held in Kansas City, Mo., Oct.
Pilot Flying J Pledges to Raise $100,000 for Wreaths Across America
With some help from professional drivers across the nation, Pilot Flying J has pledged to raise $100,000 to honor the nation’s fallen heroes by supporting Wreaths Across America.
International LoadStar looks to shine in refuse truck market
TOOELE, Utah — One man’s trash is another’s treasure, particularly if that other man is in the business of hauling trash away to landfill sites and recycling depots.
Congress approves legislation allowing active duty military personnel …
The legislation allows active duty military personnel to obtain a commercial drivers license in the state they serve or received military training in, even if the state is not their permanent residence.
Volvo Trucks Expanding in West
Ongoing investments by Volvo Trucks’ dealer network have increased the work capacity at Volvo Trucks locations in the Western region of the U.S. by nearly 15% since January 2010.
Trailer Maker Beall To Restructure Under Chapter 11
Beall Corp. Inc. started bankruptcy reorganization proceedings yesterday in Portland, Ore.
Net trailer orders in US improve in August: ACT Research
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Net orders for trailers in the US improved in August, rising to 15,370 units, according to the latest results from ACT Research. Applying August’s seasonal factor brought the order total to 18,200 units. “Looked…
Defense Transportation Association Honors Bennett CEO
The National Defense Transportation Association named Marcia G. Taylor, president and CEO of Bennett International Group 2012 National Transportation Award Winner.