NLRB Offers Up Union Election Rules Again
Expect the fireworks to resume as the National Labor Relations Board once again is proposing new regulations to speed up the pace of union elections, identical to changes first proposed in 2011.
A Not So Heavy Load: Superior Truckers Shatter Stereotypes
Updated: 02/05/2014 8:14 PM Created: 02/05/2014 3:55 PM WDIO.com By: Laurie Stribling lstribling@wdio.com This trucker often spends five days away from home to places like New Jersey and Texas.
Truckers learn to respect the weather
Another wintry storm hit northwest Indiana Wednesday, bringing another ban for large and oversized trucks on the Indiana Toll Road.
Spot Market Freight Rates Hold Steady
Recurring storms and strong month-end demand for capacity helped keep rates elevated on the spot truckload market during the week ending Feb. 1 compared to the previous seven days, according to a composite of the DAT network of load boards.
SWIFT wants more women in trucking
OTTAWA, Ont. — A new national advisory committe has been formed with the goal of helping women find and develop careers in the trucking industry.
Seven Canadian fleets among Top 20 Best Fleets to Drive For
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Seven of 20 companies named among the Best Fleets to Drive For are Canadian.
New Rail Service to Challenge Truck Reefer Services
One logistics provider, with the help of a railroad, is gearing up to take what may arguably their best shot at trucking’s dominance when it comes to hauling refrigerated freight.
Western Star offers new transmission option
FORT MILL, S.C.— Buyers of the Western Star 4700 now have a new transmission option to choose: an Allison 4700 Rugged Duty Series (RDS).
Online trucking community hits 15,0000 members
PORTLAND, Ore. — An online trucking forum has reached a milestone: 15,000 members.
Manufacturer Brand Or Value Brand: What Are Fleets Using?
Private brand parts, like these from Alliance, are more likely to be used in older trucks, according to the survey.