News: Page 123

FMCSA to award some $48 million to support CDL training, issuance

“With these grants, we are helping states bring more well-trained drivers into this essential field, strengthening our supply chains for years to come.”

September 15, 2023

Trailer wiht 'Student Driver' sign

Briefly: FMCSA removes two ELDs from agency's Registered list

Motor carriers have up to 60 days to replace the revoked ELDs with compliant ELDs.

September 14, 2023

Truck driver adjusting ELD

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Coalition calls on House to approve Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act

"Expanding truck parking capacity will provide additional safe places for the nation’s truck drivers to stop and rest, as they deliver America’s economy and keep the supply chain moving."

September 14, 2023

Estes Express Lines ups bid to $1.525 billion to purchase Yellow's terminals

Estes originally offered $1.3 billion, only to have that bid topped by Old Dominion Freight Lines, which offered $1.5 billion.

September 14, 2023

Estes tractor-trailer

TFI International acquires BC-based Vedder Transportation Group

Run by President Fred Zweep, Vedder will join TFI International’s Specialized Truckload business segment.

September 13, 2023

Vedder Transportation tanker truck

Briefly: EZ GO on H.E. Bailey Turnpike fully changed over to Love's

Love’s will rebrand the remaining six EZ GO turnpike stops in Oklahoma and Kansas, with work scheduled to be completed by the end of October.

September 12, 2023

EZ GO location near Chickasha, Oklahoma, has been rebranded as a Love's Travel Stop

Autonomous trucks: CA bill restricts them; House committee hearing Wed.

"The Future of Automated Commercial Motor Vehicles: Impacts on Society, the Supply Chain, and U.S. Economic Leadership" streams live on YouTube

September 12, 2023

Autonomous truck cab

Southeastern Freight Lines opens new service center in New Orleans

“With increasing economic growth in the New Orleans area, this is the perfect time to relocate to a larger service center."

September 11, 2023

Southeastern Freight Lines new facility in New Orleans

Numerous local governments say they oppose bigger, heavier trucks

"Heavier and longer trucks will damage our roads and bridges, leaving local taxpayers footing the bill."

September 11, 2023

C.H. Robinson to stage 'Miles of Gratitude' tour to thank truckers

“Truck drivers play such a key role in our industry and our world, and they sacrifice a lot to make it all possible."

September 8, 2023

Miles of Gratitude banner

I-95 rest area in Virginia to have limited facilities Sept. 12 and 13

Temporary facilities will include handwashing stations and accessible restrooms.

September 7, 2023

Ladysmith rest area in Virginia

Texas trucker fortunate to have attended Landstar gathering after all

“The funny part is that I wasn’t going to come to the event. I was stressed. I’ve had my truck in the shop, and I thought, ‘I’ve got to work."

September 7, 2023

Landstar truck giveaway

Briefly: Averitt Express honored by Inbound Logistics magazine

"Being recognized by one of the foremost leaders in transportation and logistics news is a true honor."

September 7, 2023

Averitt Express tractor-trailer on the highway

Maine's Truck Driver Appreciation Week free lunch includes lobster rolls

The event takes place at the southbound weigh station on Interstate 95 in Kittery.

September 6, 2023

Trucks at Maine weigh station

Tennessee-based US Multimodal Group acquires Overland Express

USMMG, based out of Franklin, Tennessee, is a privately held, asset-based provider of transportation and logistics services.

September 6, 2023

Overland Express headquarters

Maryland opens new scale house on US 1 in Darlington

“The renovations to this critical asset along US 1 will improve overall operational efficiency and accessibility for commercial trucks."

September 6, 2023

New US 1 scale house in Darlington, Maryland

Werner plans numerous events for Truck Driver Appreciation Week

“We are proud to support our professional drivers and show them how much we appreciate their resilience and dedication to our company and country."

September 6, 2023

Werner Enterprises truck and trailer

Briefly: XPO expansion adds 58 doors to Garland, Texas service center

“With the expansion of our Garland service center, we’ll be able to do even more for our customers in the thriving metro Dallas region and serve their needs with additional flexibility and speed."

September 5, 2023

XPO Garland, Texas service center

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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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