Canadian wins DTNA skills competition

PORTLAND, Ore. – A Canadian technician is among the winners of this year’s skills competition hosted by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). Ryan Picken, who works for Metro Freightliner Hamilton in Stoney Creek, Ont., won the engine category. The othe…

ECONOMIC WATCH: Trucking conditions roared back in June

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index swung from a record low reading of -28.66 in April, to its strongest reading in a decade in June at 11.35. But the industry analyst warned it’s unclear how long the positive factors affecting the June…

Why Continuous Driver Monitoring Matters

Read about the legal landscape of the transportation industry, key regulatory obligations companies need to know about, and tips on properly vetting drivers to ensure only the safest individuals drive for your company.

Protest expected to shut down Chicago interstate Saturday

If you’re heading through Chicago Saturday, be wary of a protest that authorities warn will shut down a portion of I-94. In other news: Iowa DOT plans to add 247 truck parking spaces to rest areas in the coming years. The annual Make-A-Wish Convoy will…