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Spot freight index in July increases

TransCore index for July increased 122 percent over July 2009, but declined 14 percent from June level.

August 13, 2010

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Global alert issued for Arizona prison escapee

Interpol has posted a worldwide alert for a prison escapee and his accomplice who may frequent truck stops and rest areas.

August 12, 2010

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IdleAire resumes services

IdleAire is providing electrification at four truck stops, and expects to reopen three more this week and restart an additional 12 sites.

August 12, 2010

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DOT freight index up in June

Freight transportation services index increased 4.1 percent in June from a year earlier.

August 11, 2010

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Agency forecasts higher fuel costs this year, 2011

For 2011, EIA forecasts continual steady increases for an average of $3.14 a gallon for the year.

August 11, 2010

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Long Beach OKs bridge plan

Commissioners voted to approve a nearly $1 billion plan to replace the Gerald Desmond Bridge.

August 11, 2010

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I-55/I-70 to be closed in Illinois

The section in East St. Louis will be closed for a bridge demolition.

August 11, 2010

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Aug. 15: Owner-operator contest deadline

Overdrive and the Truckload Carriers Association have announced a new monthly and annual owner-operator recognition program.

August 11, 2010

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Diesel prices surge

The national price gained 6.3 cents to $2.991 in the latest week, the biggest jump in four months.

August 10, 2010

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Minstar driver Manering named Highway Angel

John Manering assisted a driver with broken bones suffered in an accident.

August 10, 2010

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Court rules on mover’s insurance fee

Mayflower Transit may assess a 10-cent per mile fee on its owner-operators to cover the cost of insurance.

August 9, 2010

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National truck driving champion named

Carl Krites, a Con-way Freight driver, was named the 2010 National Truck Driving Grand Champion.

August 9, 2010