Celadon Reports Profits up 50%

Celadon Group, Indianapolis, reported its first fiscal quarter profit was up more than 50% compared to the same period last year.

Drivers, Carriers Asked to Weigh in on Navigation Systems

The American Transportation Research Institute has launched a new survey that explores the use of navigation systems by commercial drivers. This brief online survey, which seeks both commercial driver and motor carrier input, will capture informati…

Polishing Trucking’s Image

There wasn’t nearly enough room in my story on “7 Ways to Improve Trucking’s Image” for the November issue of HDT two showcase some of the great examples of what companies are doing.

Talon Logistics and CNG

Last year, food and fuel retailer Giant Eagle unveiled its first two compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling stations in the Pittsburgh area at its Beechnut Drive retail support and distribution center. The demonstration included a fuel-up of one of it…

Aluminum Dump Body

The new DuraClass Alumax heavy-duty aluminum dump body is said to offer high strength despite weighing, typically, up to 50% less than traditional steel.