Win gear in RoadPro Summer Palooza
RoadPro Family of Brands has launched a new way for truckers to win new gear called Trucker’s Summer Palooza. Truckers can enter every day at roadprobrands.com/trucker-palooza for a chance to win one of 62 daily prizes that will be given away now throu…
Survey: COVID-19 Cut Business for 70% of Fleets in May
Truck fleets seem cautiously optimistic about freight and business levels in the coming months as the economy continues to work to recover from COVID-19 shutdowns, according to an HDT survey – and they see some positive long-term takeaways from the pan…
Economy Recovery: Alphabet Soup or Tennis Ball Bounce? [Commentary]
The global shutdowns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic continue to wreak havoc in economic forecasting.
Paycheck Protection Program application period extended to August 8
The application period previously ended June 30, but with appropriated billions left unspent, Congress elected to reopen it through August 8 with the Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act. WB I-66 rest area at MM 48 in Virginia closed to truck park…
Small business truckers could land a larger voice on FMCSA’s regs advisory committee
“I think that small truckers are currently under-represented on MCSAC,” says a current member. “A one- to five-truck fleet guy or gal would make a great addition to the board.” Language in House version of a highway bill may pave the way toward that.
Transplace Platform Integrates with Other TMS Providers
Transplace recently introduced Transplace Platform Services (TPS), a cloud-based suite that that integrates with shippers’ current transportation management system (TMS).
Lion Electric, Boivin Evolution Deliver Zero-Emission Refuse Trucks
The Lion Electric Co. and Boivin Evolution recently announced the first sales of Lion8 chassis with fully automated side load bodies to Waste Connections, Inc.
TCA, CarriersEdge Seek ‘Best Fleets to Drive For’ Nominations
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge are looking for nominations from truck drivers and independent contractors for the 2021 Best Fleets to Drive For.
CVSA moves annual meeting online due to Covid-19
GREENBELT, Md. – The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), which oversees roadside inspection activities across North America, has canceled its annual conference and exhibition – replacing it with a virtual event. The conference and exhibition was…
Hyundai to ship first hydrogen fuel cell heavy trucks
SEOUL, South Korea – Hyundai Motor is shipping its first 10 Xcient Fuel Cell trucks, claimed to be the world’s first mass-produced fuel cell heavy-duty trucks, to fleets in Switzerland. It plans to produce 50 trucks this year and 1,600 by 2025, powered…