COVID-19 Triggers Economic Storm for Trucking
The looming business and economic impact on the trucking industry from COVID-19 pandemic is “kind of like there’s a big hurricane coming in, and it’s one of the nastier storms in history. But so far you’re just seeing some waves on the shore.”
Trucking Industry Events Cancelled,Postponed Due to COVID-19 Outbreak
This listing shows the latest news on trucking industry events or trade shows that have either been cancelled or postponed in the ongoing effort to contain the COVID-19 virus.
Step by step: What you can do if you suspect COVID-19 symptoms on the road
Truckers for a Cause medical support group cofounder and long-haul trucker Bob Stanton helped put together this “decision tree” of sorts in hopes of assisting any driver faced with a decision about how to proceed if symptoms of the novel coronavirus co…
Options on the road for a speedy coronavirus consult
Rather than assume any local hospital has testing options, the Centers for Disease Control recommends that tried-and-true call to your trusted health care provider back home as first action if you exhibit COVID-19 symptoms. If you don’t have a primary …
Owner-ops encouraged to file taxes sooner rather than later despite IRS extension
The Internal Revenue Service has extended by 90 days — to July 15 — the deadline for filing and paying taxes amid the COVID-19 pandemic. However, experts recommend owner-operators still try to meet the original April 15 deadline if they can afford to.
FMCSA Gives Commercial Drivers Extension on Expiring CDLs, Medical Cards
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued a limited waiver for commercial drivers whose commercial licenses/permits and/or medical cards have expired or are set to expire after March 1, 2020.
Commercial vehicle enforcement officers adopting Covid-19 practices
GREENBELT, Md. – Commercial vehicle enforcement officers are introducing new protocols in the fight against Covid-19, as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) works with governments to ease selected regulations and restrictions that might other…
Huayi Tire Canada to open new warehouse outside Calgary
CALGARY, Alta. – Huayi Tire Canada has opened a new warehouse near Calgary, the second to open in Canada, and is expected to be fully operational by April. “We are thrilled to relocate to the Calgary area and be able to offer enhanced services from our…
Huayi Tire Canada to open new warehouse outside Calgary
CALGARY, Alta. – Huayi Tire Canada has opened a new warehouse near Calgary, the second to open in Canada, and is expected to be fully operational by April. “We are thrilled to relocate to the Calgary area and be able to offer enhanced services from our…
Drivewyze Adds Pennsylvania Rest Area Closure Notifications
Drivewyze said drivers using its services can now find out ahead of time if an upcoming rest area is open or closed.