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The Steel Woods, Tony Justice to feature in MATS concert
Trucker/singer-songwriter Tony Justice will kick things off Friday night at the Mid-America Trucking Show in March. Also: Sheetz opening new truck-friendly location off I-95 in North Carolina; Bestpass "Toll Genius" now available in Geotab system.
February 9, 2024
Steering issue prompts big Kenworth, Peterbilt recall: More than 47K trucks
Numerous Kenworth and Peterbilt models are included in a recall stemming from incorrectly assembled steering gear assemblies. Also: Small number of Freightliner, Western Star trucks recalled; Georgia port plans new truck overpass; new Love's in Colorado.
February 5, 2024
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FMCSA proposes changes to CDL testing process
The changes would "improve the efficiency and convenience of CDL issuance," FMCSA said. Also: Mirror-replacement camera system gets another FMCSA waiver; Pilot raising money for American Heart Association.
February 1, 2024
Business
New fraud prevention tool aims to combat double brokering
QuikSkope uses geofencing and photo verification to ensure the correct driver is picking up the freight. Also: Trucker Path partners with lender; Love's plans more expansion in 2024; new TA Express open in Washington state.
January 30, 2024
Channel 19
Armed menace fatally shot at Albuquerque Love's: Police
Police said they shot and killed "a man who was causing a disturbance and threatening people with a gun at the Love’s truck stop near I-40 and 6th St, NW."
January 26, 2024
Business
Tonnage hauled by trucks fell in 2023
ATA reported a 1.7% year-over-year decrease in truck tonnage in 2023, marking the first annual decline since 2020. Also: TA opens new truck stop with 210 parking spaces off I-15; trio of drivers named Highway Angels.
January 24, 2024
Business
ELS sells flatbed division to PS Logistics
The North Carolina-based fleet will retain its heavy-haul and intermodal divisions, and the flatbed division will now operate as Blair Logistics. Also: Haslam family sells remaining Pilot ownership; FMCSA renews HOS waiver for WestRock drivers; more.
January 18, 2024
Regulations
Cold weather brings HOS relief for these propane haulers | Truck stops hit milestones
Propane haulers in Indiana are exempt from hours of service regs through Jan. 25. Also: Danny's Big Rig Resort in Phoenix acquired by TA; Iowa 80 Truckstop celebrating 60th anniversary in 2024.
January 17, 2024
Regulations
Congress again eyes massive trucking insurance hike
The “Fair Compensation for Truck Crash Victims Act” would require the liability insurance minimum for interstate motor carriers to increase to $5M. Also: Family of slain trucker starts GoFundMe; Love's celebrating 60th anniversary; more.
January 11, 2024
Truck Stops
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
Life
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
Truck Stops
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
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