News: Page 119

Briefly: California-based Certified Freight Logistics shuts down

"We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our employees, clients, and partners past and present. for a wonderful 93 years of business."

October 26, 2023

CFL tractor-trailer

XPO recruiting teams of drivers for new over-the-road operation

"The launch of the Road Flex operation is a key step in accelerating our plan to insource third-party linehaul miles and create greater efficiency in our network."

October 26, 2023

XPO tractor-trailer

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Part of I-94 in Detroit closed this weekend for bridge demolition

MDOT said the closure is necessary to allow crews to safely remove the Beaubien Street overpass and the Seminole Street pedestrian bridge over I-94.

October 25, 2023

'I-94 Traffic Update' sign

Traffic congestion cost trucking industry $94.6 billion in 2021

The 2021 national congestion figure of 1.27 billion hours of delay is the equivalent of more than 460,000 truck drivers sitting idle for one year.

October 25, 2023

Part of the cover of TRI study

Briefly: NY expands 'move over' law | TCA announces keynote speaker

ATHS opens registration for the national show and convention in York, PA next June.

October 24, 2023

Emergency triangle on side of highway

At least 18 tractor-trailers were involved in huge Louisiana pileup

Seven people died and numerous others were injured in the pileup caused by a combination of dense "super fog" and smoke from a nearby wildfire.

October 24, 2023

Crash and fire scene on I-55 near New Orleans

Trucker, 2 others die when tanker loaded with jet fuel crashes, burns

The crash occurred on Interstate 476 on the Pennsylvania Turnpike's Northeast Extension in Montgomery County near Philadelphia.

October 23, 2023

Traffic backed up on Pennsylvania Turnpike Saturday because of a fatal crash

Mack says UAW's new contract demands 'surprising' and 'unrealistic'

“We’ve already shown that we’re prepared to provide our employees with significantly improved wages, but we are not prepared to jeopardize the company.”

October 23, 2023

Mack bulldog hood ornament

Connecticut steps up texting and distracted driving enforcement

Ticketed drivers are fined $200 for the first offense, $375 for the second offense, and $625 for the third and subsequent offenses.

October 20, 2023

'Stop Texting While Driving' in white on green highway sign

Healthcare clinic aimed at truckers opens Port Wentworth, Georgia

“Port Wentworth is a vibrant community serving one of the largest and fastest-growing ports in the country."

October 20, 2023

Interstate Health's clinic in Port Wentworth, Georgia

Texas college to begin expansion of its transportation program

Kilgore College will begin construction of a large driving track, classroom facility, and warehouse training building.

October 20, 2023

Drawing of Kilgore College tractor-trailer

Pilot offers free meals to veterans & raises money for vets organization

"We owe our nation's veterans and their families our gratitude and are honored to offer them a free meal in our stores to celebrate Veterans Day."

October 19, 2023

Collage of Pilot Veterans Day 'round up'

20 dairy cattle die when livestock hauler overturns on I-84 in CT

The crash occurred on the Exit 10 off-ramp on the westbound side of the interstate near Newtown, Connecticut.

October 19, 2023

Overturned livestock hauler

Survey to identify what carriers do to recruit, retain women truck drivers

"This research is critical if we're going to meaningfully increase the number of women truck drivers."

October 19, 2023

WOMAN TRUCK DRIVER AT THE WHEEL

NB 1-25 reopens as probe of fatal railroad bridge collapse continues

NTSB continues its investigation.

October 19, 2023

Collapsed railroad bridge on I-25 in Colorado

Briefly: Rap-themed snack food producer creates trucking company

"We believe this new route reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation, empowerment, and community support."

October 19, 2023

Rap Snacks products

New Love's opens in Nogales, Arizona with 113 truck parking spaces

“The opening will provide customers in the southwestern part of the U.S. another place to stop for convenient amenities, fresh food options, and clean restrooms, along with parking and truck care for professional drivers.”

October 19, 2023

New Love's in Nogales, Arizona

Companies, individuals sentenced for deleting diesel emission controls

“This case is one of the largest of its kind ever charged in the United States and today’s sentences send a loud and clear message that polluters who break environmental laws will be held accountable."

October 18, 2023

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Three professional men in business attire standing together in front of commemorative bronze plaques on a wall.

ATHS adds 3 trucking pioneers to its Industry Leader Hall of Fame

"Chester R. England, Harold C. Groendyke and Al Peterman each helped shape the trucking industry through their vision and determination."

Composite infographic showing critical trucking industry issues: driver operating vehicle, commercial trucks at facility, and legal scales with gavel

Drivers rate fuel prices, parking, compensation as top issues of concern

Aerial view of organized truck parking lot with multiple commercial vehicles in rows

Feds award $200 million for 14 truck parking projects in 12 states

Green fuel pump nozzle inserted into vehicle's fuel tank during refueling

Trump claims deal with Russia for diesel; calls it 'my Greatest Priority'

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