Standard on-board trailer scale adds operating value, suppliers say
About twelve years ago, while on a real-life run with a produce-hauler, I watched as he drove 19 miles off route to weigh his load — at the consignee’s request. While he backtracked, I thought that this was a great argument for on-board scales.
Raleigh training school tries to help allieviate truck driver shortage
The lure of the open road isn’t the romantic calling that it once was; trucking firms say they are desperate to hire new drivers but there aren’t enough of them out there.
Volvo ‘Big Rig’ Partners with N.C. Children’s Museum
Volvo Trucks has partnered with the Greensboro, N.C., Children’s Museum to open a new permanent exhibit featuring a Volvo VNL 670.
Flatbed Business Anything but Flat
One of the hottest segments of trailer building is flatbeds. The freight they carry is moving briskly, especially in the automotive and energy sectors, but prosperity is somewhat spotty, say fleet managers.
Yara Expands DEF Capacity with Rentech Nitrogen Purchase Agreement
Rentech Nitrogen, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rentech Nitrogen Partners, L.P., and Yara North America Inc., diesel exhaust fluid producer, have entered into a long-term agreement for the exclusive rights to purchase and distribute the DEF pro…
Schneider offers $6,000 tuition reimbursement to attract drivers
Schneider National , one of the nation’s largest truckload carriers, is offering $6,000 tuition reimbursement to qualified driving school graduates to give drivers a leg up as they enter the industry.
Volvo opens permanent truck display at Greensboro Children’s Museum
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Volvo Trucks has partnered with the Greensboro Children’s Museum to open a new permanent exhibit featuring a Volvo VNL 670. The interactive display allows children to get behind the wheel and explore all aspects of the…
What’s behind TA’s decision to get into the natural gas business?
A Q&A with Tom O’Brien, president and CEO, TravelCenters of America
Cold Train to Expand Refrigerated Container Fleet and Destinations
Cold Train is expanding its Washington-state-based refrigerated container fleet to 300 53-foot containers (all built by Hyundai), and will also be adding several new destinations this year.
Pa. Turnpike Commission OKs 2013 Toll Increase
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission this week announced a 10% toll increase for cash-paying customers and a 2% toll increase for E-ZPass users.