Show your tires some TLC
When fuel prices began skyrocketing in the mid-2000s, it forced truck fleets to re-evaluate every aspect of how they consume the precious resource. Surcharges were put in place, drivers were trained on efficient driving and fuel-saving devices… [Full…
Joseph Rich Named August 2011 Trucker Buddy of the Month
Joseph Rich, a driver for Wayne Dalton Transportation, has been named Trucker Buddy of the Month for August 2011 after being nominated by Donna O’Connell, a fifth grade teacher at Wading River Elementary School in Wading River, N.Y.
US truck tonnage edges higher in November
ARLINGTON, Va. — US truck tonnage rose 0.3% in November after rising a revised 0.4% in October, according to the most recent figures from the American Trucking Associations. October’s increase was slightly less than the 0.5% gain ATA… [Full Story]
Polar Tank Trailer, IAM reach agreement on five-year labour contract
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Polar Tank Trailer and the International Associations of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union have reached an agreement on a new five-year labour contract. The agreement was ratified Tuesday through a majority vote… [Ful…
Funding announced for pair of Manitoba-based intelligent transportation systems
WINNIPEG, Man. — The Government of Canada has announced new funding for two intelligent transportation systems (ITS) projects in Manitoba. [Full Story]
Research Could Lead to Fewer Accident-Prone Intersections
The difference between an intersection controlled by flashing lights and one controlled by a stop sign can play a big role in accident prevention, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin.
Bendix delivers millionth ABS-6 braking system
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix has marked a milestone with the delivery of its millionth Bendix ABS-6 braking system. The system is installed on Class 6, 7, and 8 air-brake tractor-trailers, trucks, motorcoaches, and specialty heavy-duty vehicles. [Full Story]
Poll Finds 77 Percent of Americans Oppose Raising the Gas Tax
A majority of Americans believe new transportation projects should be paid for with user-fees instead of tax increases, according to a new national Reason-Rupe poll of 1,200 adults on cell phones and land lines.
PeopleNet founder named GM of parent company Trimble
SUNNYVALE, Cal. — Ron Konezny, founder and CEO of PeopleNet, has been appointed general manager of parent company Trimble’s worldwide transportation and logistics operations, the company announced. [Full Story]
Marsh renews sponsorship of Best Fleets to Drive For program
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Marsh Canada has re-upped as a sponsor with the Truckload Carriers Association’s Best Fleets to Drive For program. [Full Story]