Stevens Transport Buys 1,200 Reefer Trailers
Dallas-based Stevens Transport purchased 1,200 3000R refrigerated trailers from Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co.
Link Suspensions improves offer to acquire Raydan
EDMONTON, Alta. — Link Suspensions has upped its offer for Raydan Manufacturing by $327,059, paving the way for a deal to acquire the suspension manufacturer. [Full Story]
Cargo Theft Reaches Record High in 2011
Cargo theft rose nearly 9% last year compared to 2010, reaching a record high, according to FreightWatch International — but the average value per theft has fallen.
The driver shortage is a myth
There are thousands of men and women out there today with a CDL in their pocket no longer working as truck drivers. Why is the industry moaning about a shortage of drivers?
Data Shows Speeding and Log Violations are Main CSA Culprits; Technology Can Help
When the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rolled out its Compliance, Safety, Accountability program in late 2010, a number of carriers were surprised to find a poorer safety rating than they enjoyed under the old SafeStat.
Tramec, Heavy Duty Suspension Suppliers Corp. Announce Joint Venture
Tramec LLC and the Heavy Duty Suspension Suppliers Corp. Grupo Suspension in Mexico announced they will be entering into a joint venture.
Con-way Introduces iPad App
Con-way Freight announced the launch of its Con-way Freight Tools iPad app. The app will let customers create a personalized rate quote for shipments within the U.S. and Canada.
Mitsubishi Fuso Announces New Vice Presidents in its After-sales Group
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America promoted Bill Mohr to vice president of service operations and Len Doherty to vice president of parts operations.
Hyundai Translead Announces New CEO
Hyundai Translead announced that Kenny Lee is the company’s new president and CEO. Lee joins Hyundai with 30 years of experience in international business and Hyundai Motors global operation.
Missouri DOT Pushing I-70 Toll Road Plan
Interstate 70, which runs east and west through the state of Missouri, is in desperate need improvements. The big question is how the state will afford those improvements. The state Department of Transportation is pushing a plan that would turn I-70 …