Leathers named as new ATRI chairman
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) announced a new chairman on Nov. 1. Derek Leathers, CEO, president, and chairman of Werner Enterprises will...
New Highway Angel: Saving lives while on the job
The Truckload Carriers Association’s designation of Highway Angel is reserved for those in the trucking industry who demonstrate immense amounts of kindness, courage,...
Trade associations send letter to White House on possible railway strike
A railway strike would not bode well for the United States. With negotiations for labor agreements between freight railways and two large union...
Diesel prices across U.S. drop
Diesel prices are a hot topic for the trucking industry. The issue was rated in the top 10 list of the American Transportation...
Tech and defensive driving techniques: Combating distracted driving
Distracted driving is a widespread issue, and for truck drivers who make a career out of driving, it poses serious threats. A seasoned...
U.S. Capitol Christmas tree to begin its journey
Each year a truck is chosen to deliver the U.S. Capitol’s Christmas tree from where it was grown to the West Lawn...
FMCSA extends hours of service after Ian
Hurricane Ian devastated Southwest Florida after making landfall on Sept. 28. Anticipating the need that would have to be met, the Federal Motor...
Weather tech advances and driver safety takes priority
As severe weather events increase in frequency and intensity, leaders in the trucking industry are focusing their attention on monitoring weather forecasts before...
The reason behind surging U.S. fuel prices
Diesel prices are among the trucking industry's top concerns. After an upward climb of prices throughout October, the issue was ranked as a...
Truck driver named Highway Angel after heroic rescue
Highway angels are truck drivers who go out of their way to extend kindness, generosity, courage, and support while they’re on the job....
