One-third of American workers are sleep-deprived
Americans, it seems, are chronically sleep deprived. Perhaps not dramatically so, but we’re sleepy enough to make the radar screen at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Research shows that over 30% of workers aged 30-64 are sh…
Truck driver hospitalized after overturning on I-81 in Botetourt County
A truck driver was taken to a Roanoke hospital this afternoon after overturning on Interstate 81 in Botetourt County, officials said.
Software provider offering free Webinar on US legal issues facing fleets
PORTLAND, Ore. — Carriers operating in the US that are worried about legal issues there can sign up for a free Webinar on timely legal issues, courtesy of Compli.
TransCore’s spot market freight index hits 2012 high in May
TORONTO, Ont. — TransCore’s Canadian spot market freight index rose 13% month-over-month in May, marking the best month for spot market freight this year.
Bellingham trucker accused of driving drunk, fabricating hostage situation
A Bellingham semi truck driver made up a story about being taken hostage by two gunmen in Oregon before troopers arrested him on drunk driving charges Wednesday afternoon, June 13.
Daimler announces two promotions
PORTLAND, Ore. — Daimler Trucks North American (DTNA) has announced changes to its upper management ranks, including the appointment of John O’Leary to the position of chief financial officer.
Longshoremen file suit while clogging Northwest cargo at Port of Portland
Simon Hailenmichael, left, and another truck driver, who did not give his name, stand by a line of trucks backed up on North Marine Drive by Terminal 6. An escalating dispute between two unions tying up millions of dollars of freight across the Northwe…
Hero trucker’s widow questions limiters
Hero trucker David Virgoe’s widow doesn’t see the need for truck speed limiters.
Gilbarco Veeder-Root Names VP of Marketing, North America
Travis Bouck has joined Gilbarco Veeder-Root as vice president of marketing, North America. In this role, Bouck will lead the Greensboro, N.C.-based marketing team in positioning and product strategy, business development and new-product introduction.
Groeneveld USA Appoints New CEO
Bert van Hasselt has been appointed CEO of Groeneveld USA Inc., Netherlands-based Groeneveld’s U.S. sales and service organization. Van Hasselt will be responsible for shaping the future growth of Groeneveld in the U.S, both through company-owned bra…