DAT: October Spot Market’s Record-Breaking Rates
Spot truckload rates for dry van and refrigerated freight hit another high in October, according to DAT Freight & Analytics, while average flatbed rates also increased compared to September, they did not surpass 2018’s highs.
Owner-op Todd Graham’s two-truck leased operation, powered in part by this 2003 KW W900
The rig, set up with utility in mind, pulls with a 500-horsepower Cummins ISX and an 18 speed, and came from the factory with KW’s then “Glory & Pride” trim package. Listen in on Graham’s advocacy and biz philosophes in this video.
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Trucking Law: Does workers’ comp cover COVID-19 infections?
Is COVID-19 considered a workplace injury covered by workers’ compensation? The short answer: “It depends.” …
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Ohio-Kentucky bridge could see extended closing
John A. Roebling Bridge also closed
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85 truck parking spots added off I-57 in Illinois
New Love’s in Tuscola
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How Trucking Fleets Can Find Success by Building a Diverse Workforce
Whether you’re talking about race or ethnicity, gender or sexual identification, religion or age, having a diverse workforce is not only the right and moral thing to do, it’s also good business. A recent panel discussion explored how trucking fleets ca…
Fleet Forward Experience Day 3: Removing Barriers to Corporate Fleet Electrification
Overcoming today’s challenges to corporate fleet electrification; understanding how embedded modem data can be used effectively; and straightforward paths to sharing fleet vehicles — it was another busy day at Fleet Forward Experience.
Ford Launches New EV Management and Vehicle Monitoring Tools
Ford Commercial Services is launching new fleet-wide energy monitoring and vehicle management tools that will help fleet managers monitor electric-vehicle data and charging reports, as well as efficiently monitor vehicle location and help enhance drive…
Ford E-Transit Starts Under $45,000, Has Estimated 126-Mile Range
The all-electric 2022 E-Transit will be available with a starting price under $45,000 and features a targeted maximum payload of 3,800 pounds with up to 487.3 cubic feet of cargo space.
Rockefeller Center Christmas tree makes its way to Manhattan
75 feet tall and weighs 11 tons
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