Volvo offering Bluetooth as standard equipment in VN, VHD models
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Volvo Trucks North America is now offering its Bluetooth-equipped radio as standard equipment on all VN and VHD models. “Mobile devices are valuable business tools for professional drivers, but we also recognize the need to… [Ful…
Eleven Carriers Named for Trucking’s Weight Loss Showdown
The Truckload Carriers Association has selected this year’s Trucking’s Weight Loss Showdown roster.
Police Seek Hit-and-Run Driver Who Hit Trucker
A truck driver who was securing his load on a ramp on US-131 was hurt when he was struck by a passing car.
NTSB to Review 2010 Multi-vehicle Crash in Missouri
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will hold a Board meeting to determine the probable cause, and consider proposed safety recommendations on the August 5, 2010, multi-vehicle highway accident in Gray Summit,Missouri.
Increase in truck crash fatalities not indicative of safety trend: ATA
ARLINGTON, Va. — The US Department of Transportation’s recently released overview of motor vehicle crashes in 2010 found an 8.7% increase in fatal crashes involving large trucks last year compared with 2009. However, American Trucking… [Full St…
Kenworth Maska wins top dealer award
SAINT-HYACINTHE, Que. — Kenworth Maska has been named the top-selling dealer in the Allison Dealer Advantage Program. The dealer was awarded at a ceremony at its dealership in Saint-Hyacinthe Dec. 8 for “achieving the highest number of… [Full Story]
Saskatchewan dealer nominated for ATD’s Truck Dealer of Year award
MCLEAN, Va. — Custom Truck Sales president Brent Leach has been nominated for Truck Dealer of the Year by the American Truck Dealers (ATD). The winner will be announced at the 49th annual ATD Convention and Expo in Las Vegas Feb. 4. [Full Story]
APTA doles out accolades at annual awards banquet
DIEPPE, N.B. — The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association has recognized individuals making outstanding contributions to Atlantic Canada’s trucking industry at its annual awards banquet in Moncton, N.B. Dec. 8. [Full Story]
Small Package Volumes Projected to Spike Today
FedEx Corp. forecasters expect FedEx will move approximately 17 million shipments — almost double its daily average volume — through its global networks today.
Roundup December 12, 2011
America’s Friends in Pakistan : “Pakistan will shoot down any U.S. drone that intrudes its air space per new directives, a senior Pakistani official told NBC News on Saturday.” Pakistani Truckers Hate Supplying America : “Sleeping in a freezing cab, ru…