Truck News moving to new building
TORONTO, Ont. — Truck News’ publisher Business Information Group is moving the company to a new building on Oct. 28. [Full Story]
Freight costs for Canadian shippers continue to rise in August
TORONTO, Ont. — The cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers increased .4% in August when compared to July, according to results published by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI). The Base Rate Index, which excludes the impact… [Ful…
FMCSA Moves Closer to Final Unified Registration System; Would Help Address "Chameleon" Carriers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants to change its approach to putting together a Unified Registration System, but intends to stick with the key components it already has proposed in this sweeping overhaul of the way it keeps track o…
Still not all truckers using their speed limiters
A report finds some truck drivers have been slow to activate their speed limiters.
Truck Centers Crowns New Tech-Challenge Champion
After two rounds of fierce competition, the “2nd Annual TCI Tech Challenge” competition yielded a new champion: James Krikie, of TCI-Mt. Vernon, Ill.
The Solyndra Redemption: Clean Diesel Technology
Billions of taxpayer ‘stimulus’ dollars have been directed toward the perceived savior of our environment and the economy — anything green, i.e., green jobs, green energy etc.
Getloaded Simplify Freight Finding Task
Internet-based loadboard company Getloaded now offers filtered, customized freight matching services for carriers looking to streamline and simplify their searches.
Homemade gadget allows truckers to steal diesel
Some truck drivers are basically deceiving the clerks at the pump by paying for only 20-some gallons of fuel, when in reality they’re pumping hundreds of gallons.
Trailer Report: What Fleets Are Buying in Flatbeds
Sales of flatbed trailers have revived along with the rest of the heavy truck business.
US trucker rethinks loads after crash with bees – AP
Truck driver Louis Holst has never been scared of bees, but he’s rethinking his next long-haul load a day after being swarmed by 25 million of the stinging insects.