Michigan expands weight restrictions March 9
Covers entire upper peninsula
Bestpass Launches Toll by Plate Solution
Toll by plate coverage helps commercial fleets by consolidating coverage with tolling authorities and minimizing the impact of toll by plate transactions.
Share the road: Do you have a preferred make and model of truck?
The latest question in our “Share the Road” series of efforts to collect audio answers to questions from Over the Road podcast listeners — dial 530-408-6423 to weigh in with your answer.
Manitoba launches trucking efficiency program
WINNIPEG, Man. – Applications are now being accepted for Manitoba’s Efficient Trucking Program. The program looks at proposals that will provide rebates for eligible applicants that support retrofits in the transportation sector that help reduce greenh…
Driver training doesn’t end at the entry level
Truck drivers are not created in 103.5 hours. They never will be.It’s an important point to remember as details emerge about new entry-level driver training standards within the National Safety Code. True, the federal model is based on Ontario’s…
Reefer Trailer Aims to Help Reach Zero Emissions
Wabash National is partnering with C&S Wholesale Grocers to test a new type of zero-emissions refrigerated trailer.
FMCSA to Hold Public Safety Summit on March 19
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will be holding a public “Trucking Safety Summit” meeting on March 19 in Washington, D.C. The purpose of the summit is for the agency to receive information on improving the safe operation of motor carrie…
Let’s hear it for a good hand: Ben Kohler of Kohler Sawmill, Greenbrier, Tenn.
When a real pro shows up on-site with the equipment, and the know-how, to do the job right, as did Ben Kohler two days back in a volunteer tree-clearing effort here in Nashville. And: No injuries sustained in direct hit on Western Express terminal on t…
Roadies Group appoints Vik Gupta executive VP
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Roadies Group has appointed Vik Gupta executive vice-president for business development, the company announced Friday. Gupta will play a key role in the next phase of the company’s growth, it said. “We are thrilled that …
Roadies Group appoints Vik Gupta executive VP
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Roadies Group has appointed Vik Gupta executive vice-president for business development, the company announced Friday. Gupta will play a key role in the next phase of the company’s growth, it said. “We are thrilled that …