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Kwik Star in Iowa back on top of truck stop rankings
The Davenport, Iowa, truck stop was ranked the No. 1 overall truck stop in the nation by Trucker Path users for the second year in a row. Also: Dana Aftermarket expands how-tos, more on YouTube channel; driver named Highway Angel for second time.
January 10, 2024
NTSB releases details around fatal I-70 crash between truck, bus
The crash involved multiple trucks and cars and a motorcoach with high school band students on board. Also: Discounted DOT physicals at two Interstate Health locations; new automated manual transmission option; 4 new Love's stops add 377 parking spots.
December 18, 2023
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March 15, 2024
Pilot celebrating more than 100 store remodels
Through Pilot's $1 billion New Horizons initiative, it has remodeled more than 100 locations across its network with updated features, including renovated restrooms, showers, drivers' lounges and more.
December 8, 2023
Life
Speed limiters for cars? | Calif. now planning to reopen I-10 next week
Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday the interstate in Los Angeles can safely reopen Nov. 21. Also: NTSB recommends speed limiters for cars following crash investigation; new TA Express in Louisiana.
November 17, 2023
Regulations
CARB 'smog check' truck reporting system seminars upcoming | Big I-10, I-17 closures this weekend
CARB's Clean Truck Check program requires owners operating in California to register their trucks in a new system. Also: I-55 NB remains closed after massive crash; I-17, I-10 closures planned; new Love's in Louisiana, Missouri.
November 2, 2023
Truck Stops
Kwik Trip rewards program suffers 'cyber incident'
Kwik Rewards, from Kwik Trip, suffered a cyber incident that's still under investigation. Info from rewards programs might be used to steal truckers' identities, so watch out.
October 24, 2023
Business
Diesel prices mostly negate recent declines; excepting reefers, spot rates fail to adjust
Diesel's up an average of 10 cents/gal across the country during the most recent week. Also: MATS organizers want feedback for 2024 show; new trucker-focused health clinic opens in Georgia; Pilot honoring military veterans with deals, fundraising.
October 24, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA gives more time to comment on potential carrier safety rating revamp
The agency is seeking feedback on its so-called carrier Safety Fitness Determination process for motor carriers. Also: Dealer partners with dual-fuel H2/diesel provider; new Love's with 113 truck parking spaces.
October 20, 2023
Equipment
Peterbilt 579, 567 units recalled over U-bolt issue that could impact fuel tanks
The U-bolts that attach the air tank to the chassis in the affected trucks may contact the fuel tank and, over time, wear a hole in the tank. Also: Iowa ag haulers get weight exemption extended; Calstart planning East Coast zero-emission corridor; more.
October 17, 2023
Equipment
UAW strike hits Mack Trucks | TA buying historic Route 66 truck stop
United Auto Workers union members began striking against Mack Trucks on Monday. Also: A historic Route 66 truck stop to become a TA in an unusual deal; Paccar med-duty recalls.
October 9, 2023
Business
Diesel prices dip after nearly 3 months of increases, while rates hold steady to slightly down
Diesel's national average fell 4.7 cents during the most recent week, as spot rates held mostly flat-to-down. Also: Trucker Path adds per-trip spot cargo insurance to marketplace; Sheetz opening three new Ohio locations with truck diesel lanes, parking.
September 26, 2023
Regulations
Wyoming I-80's $34M overhaul after the 'winter from hell'
After spending $34 million on 200 parking spaces and some highway improvements, two new truck parking areas still don't have restrooms or any food options. Long Haul Paul said he's "not doing cartwheels," but grateful nonetheless.
September 26, 2023
Electronic Logging Devices
KSK ELD reinstated to FMCSA's registered devices list
A week after the device was revoked, FMCSA has reinstated it to the list of registered devices. Also: Love's opens a second location in Prescott, Arkansas; latest Highway Angel recognized for helping truckers after blow-overs.
September 22, 2023
Life
Companies honor truckers for annual Appreciation Week: Deals, discounts, more
Whether it's through the promotion and awareness of truck drivers and the work put in or through deals on food, fuel and more, companies across trucking are recognizing operators for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Sept. 10-16.
September 6, 2023
Voices
POLL: Just how bad is the 'parking at the fuel island' problem?
How often are you seeing operators occupying fuel-island space as if they're going to get (well more than) a 30-minute break out of the stop? One reader notes "it’s becoming a real epidemic," and he's "seen some instances where things get pretty heated."
September 6, 2023
Life
4.1-million-mile safe driver wins prestigious CVSA award
AutoZone truck driver Wayne Hayes won this year's CVSA International Driver Excellence Award. Also: New Love's stops open in Louisiana, Nevada; Highway Angel recognized for stopping to help stranded, distressed motorist.
September 4, 2023
Equipment
Used truck sales volumes, prices trending down
ACT Research reported used Class 8 sales volumes were down nearly 8% in July, while prices were down 5%. Also: South Dakota truck parking areas closed indefinitely; TA names new CEO.
September 1, 2023
Regulations
Safety groups decry attempts to block speed limiters, OOIDA fires back
Safety advocacy groups, including the Trucking Alliance group of large carriers, urged Congress to oppose measures to block a speed limiter mandate. Also: Trimac acquires Tennessee-based bulk carrier; Love's expands again with two new stops.
August 25, 2023
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