PA Turnpike hires new exec
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission named a new chief executive officer this week. He’s Roger Nutt, a former transportation official in New Jersey and former executive director of the New Jersey Turnpike Authority. Nutt replaces retired CEO Joseph B…
CARB: City of Compton fined $48,000 for diesel violations
Trucking companies aren’t the only ones to face the wrath of expensive fines issued by the California Air Resources Board. CARB announced Tuesday that the air quality agency has fined the city of Compton, CA, $48,000 for “a variety of infractions p…
OOIDA recognizes drivers for safe driving records
OOIDA’s Safe Driving Award program, sponsored by Shell Rotella T, recognizes members for truck driving excellence.
Nat’l Lampoon CEO Arrested in Alleged $200M Ponzi Scheme
The chief executive officer of National Lampoon Inc. , the company that produced the movie “Animal House” and the “Vacation” franchise, was arrested for allegedly operating a $200 million Ponzi scheme, the FBI said.
Financier Tim Durham indicted, arrested
The U.S. Attorney’s Office has called a 2:30 p.m. news conference to announce the indictment and arrest of Indianapolis financier Timothy Durham and two others, James Cochran and Rick D. Snow.
COMPETITION WATCH: Manitoulin acquires Exalta Transport
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Manitoulin Transport has expanded its western presence by acquiring Exalta Transport. [Full Story]
Penray Diesel Fuel System Cleaner
Penray has added Total Diesel Fuel System Cleaner to its Power Fleet product line.
Volvo’s North American Deliveries Rise 65%
Volvo AB’s North American truck deliveries rose 65% in February from a year ago, the company said Wednesday.
Rush Buys Atlanta Truck Dealership
Truck dealership Rush Enterprises said it has acquired an Atlanta area truck and bus dealership. Terms were not disclosed.
CN told…
Canadian National Railway has to pay most of the cost of building either a bridge or underpass at its rail crossing in Lynwood, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday.