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Running a box truck business comes with enough moving parts. Insurance shouldn’t be another stressful unknown on your list.
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American Trucking Associations President and CEO Chris Spear told a Senate panel in December that the federal government needs to
The damage to Puerto Rico in the wake of Hurricane Maria has been described, in a word, as “apocalyptic.” CNN
Trying to find an efficient way to get more loads? Sick of spending time filling out your schedule? Uber Freight
The challenges truckers face every day are well known, from limited physical activity for hours on end to coping with
American trucking is in the midst of a strong growth trend, according to an article in logisticsmgmt.com. The rosy forecast
American Trucking Associations (ATA) officials said they are pleased to see that the long-awaited review of the Federal Motor Carrier
Web startup for truckers, ScoopMonkey pushing onto new platform
A Virginia-based online startup is gaining traction in the trucking world, according to a recent article in Richmondbizsense.com. ScoopMonkey, a
TMAF says trucking is getting greener
On the 45th anniversary of Earth Day last week, Trucking Moves America Forward (TMAF), the image and education movement
West Coast ports recovering; cargo projected to rise
A report recently released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) predicts cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container
Alaska’s famous Ice Road faces closures
Alaska’s famed Ice Road, Dalton Highway, that links Alaska cities and the oilfields up north, has been closed to
NJ trucking association calls ticketing decision “beyond stupid”
A recent decision by the New Jersey Port Authority to ticket truckers clogging up the Turnpike Extension between Newark
ATRI president predicts “significant capacity shortage”
Rebecca Brewster, president of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), is predicting a continuing driver shortage and overall capacity
ATA urges motorists to remain attentive on the road
As part of National Distracted Driving Month, American Trucking Associations is urging motorists to put their cell phones away
Teamsters, OOIDA challenge feds on Mexico decision
The Teamsters and OOIDA are challenging a federal decision to allow Mexican motor carriers to haul loads past the
NHTSA closes investigation on Michelin blow outs
Last month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) closed an investigation into blowouts involving certain Michelin tires after
Exits prove to be dangerous for truckers
Highway off and on-ramps, many of them of antiquated design, are proving to be danger zones for truck drivers,
Nevada firm wants “Uber-like” services for trucks
Nevada-based On the Move Systems (OMVS) is developing a new program designed to save time and money on trucking
Senators introduce bill that would allow hair testing for drugs and alcohol
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-Arkansas) and Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) recently introduced legislation that would allow the Department of