‘Next Generation’ Program for Truck Dealers to Launch at ATD Convention
The American Truck Dealers has announced a new program aimed at developing the next wave of medium- and heavy-duty truck dealers to effectively run their businesses.
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index Continues to Improve
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index, as reported in the March Trucking Update, rose to 9.1 in January from a December reading of 7.1.
Florida Utility Trailers, Inc. Acquires South Florida Dealership
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company says that Florida Utility Trailers, Inc. has acquired Utility Trailer Sales & Leasing in Miami, Florida.
Diesel Spikes 14 Cents, Passes $3.71 a Gallon
Diesel fuel took its biggest hike since June 2009 this week, rising 14.3 cents over last week’s Department of Energy price survey. The national average price reported by the Energy Information Administration on Monday was $3.716 per gallon.
YRC Reaches Tentative Agreement on Debt Restructuring
YRC Worldwide has announced it has reached an agreement in principle with major debt holders for a restructuring plan.
ATA Challenges Research in Hours of Service Proposal
The American Trucking Associations is upping its campaign against the Federal Motor Carrier Administration’s proposed changes to the hours of service rule.ATA asked a researcher whose work the agency cites in support of the proposal to review the ag…
Maryland Truckers to Head to the Capital Today to Protest Fuel Tax & Fee Hikes
Truck drivers from across the state will roll into Annapolis Today (Tuesday) at 11:00 AM to protest legislation that would substantially increase the state’s fuel tax and vehicle registration fees.
Goodyear Rolls Out FleetHQ Service Locator App
Goodyear’s new FleetHQ app for smart phones makes it easier to located Goodyear FleetHQ service centers.
Aaanticipation …
I can’t remember when there was more anticipation about a new truck model coming out. Cat’s new on-highway vocational truck, the CT660, will be officially unveiled later this month at ConExpo show in Las Vegas. HDT Senior Editor Tom Berg will be there.
Yep, still winter — Heavy snow, spinouts make a mess of the pass
Truck drivers Margaret Perez and Omar Sanchez watch “The Red Fury” in the cab of their tractor-trailer rig Monday afternoon, Feb.