News roundup, Feb. 5: HHG mover pleads guilty to racketeering; trucker named Highway Angel for assisting at accident scene; enclosed car hauler recognized
A Florida-based household goods mover pleaded guilty to racketeering charges stemming from a HHG moving scheme. A trucker was named a Highway Angel by TCA for helping at the scene of an accident involving a van and two trucks. WIT honoree Jacinda Duran…
#TimberUnity convoys converge in Oregon capitol tomorrow to protest cap and trade legislation
With the Oregon State Legislature back in a short session this week and reintroducing cap-and-trade legislation, the #TimberUnity group of most log-truck owner-operators is planning a return to Salem for tomorrow, Feb. 6, to propose the bill while the …
ATA, OOIDA Make Their Cases for Trucking in Senate Hearing
The American Trucking Associations and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association presented their own takes on what trucking needs from Congress during a Senate subcommittee hearing.
FreightWeb Adds Instant Rate Quotes and Booking for Partial Truckloads
Digital freight broker FreightWeb said its new Partial Truckload freight-matching service fills a “much needed” niche in the freight market – providing an expedited service for shipping partial truckloads of freight.
Falcon expands with Brandell Diesel partnership
CALGARY, Alta. – Falcon Equipment has partnered with Brandell Diesel Inc. (BDI), which will offer service and parts for all equipment Falcon carries. Based out of Calgary, Alta., BDI is a heavy-duty diesel and equipment shop focusing on hydraulic equip…
Geotab Marketplace adds PreClear
Geotab Marketplace customers can now take advantage of Drivewyze’s PreClear weigh station bypass service thanks to a partnership between the two Canadian companies. Announced today during Geotab’s Connect 2020 conference in San Diego, Calif., the integ…
Goodyear plans regional drive tire
Goodyear has announced that a 19.5-inch version of the Fuel Max RTD (Regional Traction Drive) tire line would be available in the second quarter this year. Targeted toward the last-mile and regional hauling segments, these tires are already compliant w…
Keep Your Trailers From Being Eaten Alive
Corrosion solutions may require an investment, but that can still be cheaper than the problem.
14 things to know about cannabis and trucking
Canada has legalized recreational cannabis, but there are still plenty of questions surrounding the drug’s use within the context of trucking. Here are 14 key takeaways you should know.
Help Your Truck Drivers Prevent Heart Disease [Commentary]
February is American Heart Health month, and heart disease remains the leading cause of death in America.