November Truck Orders Slow
November truck orders dropped from October’s unexpectedly high level, and are expected to be around 20,000 units for Class 8 when final numbers come in.
Federal field testing proves ROI on automatic tire inflation systems
We now have conclusive proof that automated tire inflation systems and tire pressure monitoring systems offer quantifiable payback.
Trucker Charity Christmas Group seeks donations, nominations of truckers in need
The 5th Annual Trucker Charity Christmas Group is accepting donations and nominations for trucking families in need during the holiday season.
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The now-concluded clerical workers’ strike at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach slowed business for Inland Empire logistics firms that carry goods to points east.
Police arrest Idaho fugitive suspected in kidnapping
Police in Bismarck have arrested an Idaho kidnapping suspect after the man allegedly pulled a gun on a truck driver and then fled to a nearby trailer park.
Trucker braved blizzard for Mt. Diablo beacon
Jesse White, a trucker, saw clouds forming on that winter day in 1928, but he couldn’t have imagined the danger ahead of him in delivering his valuable load to a mountain top.
Proposed pilot program to test truckers for drug use via hair samples
ARLINGTON, Va. — The American Trucking Associations is applauding Rep. Reid Ribble (R-Wisc.) for his introduction of a bill requiring the US Department of Transportation to conduct a pilot program to evaluate the use of hair samples to test…
Mack Pinnacles haul Christmas cargo to US Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A pair of Mack Pinnacles completed their three-week, 5,300-mile journey this week, having hauled the 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree, companion trees and decorations to the west lawn of the US Capitol.
In conversation with Mike McCarron Part 3: Negotiating the deal
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — On Oct. 23, 2012, Wheels Group announced it had acquired MSM Transportation in a blockbuster deal worth $18.6 million.
Covering Trucking for 90 years: Part 2 – The 1970s through the 1980s
We continue our reflection back on the past 90 years of HDT’s history. We start Part Two of the series in the 1970s.