Magazine / Industry News
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New Drivewyze Mobile App Unlocks Free In-Cab Safety Alerts
PLANO, TX… – Drivewyze, a technology leader with innovative safety and productivity solutions for fleets, drivers, and transportation agencies, has announced a major update to its popular mobile app. It now includes free in-cab Safety Notificatio... -
Electric Vehicle Mandates Carry Major Price, Electricity Supply Risks That Must Be Addressed to Avert Potential Harm
WASHINGTON, DC… Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate for families and businesses, released a new report detailing how electric vehicle (EV) mandates will force consumers into paying more in overall transpo... -
Medium-Duty Mack® MD Electric Now Available for Order
GREENSBORO, NC… Mack Trucks announced that its highly anticipated Mack® MD Electric, the first medium-duty electric vehicle for the brand, is now available for order. Customers interested in ordering the Mack MD Electric should contact their local... -
Montgomery Transportation Introduces “Freedom To Choose” Fleet: Flexibility For Cdl-A Flatbed Truck Drivers
Birmingham, AL… Montgomery Transport, a prominent flatbed carrier headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., is thrilled to announce the launch of their “Freedom to Choose” fleet, offering experienced CDL-A flatbed truck drivers the option to select ... -
Navistar Reveals International® SuperTruck II Results with Improved Fuel and Freight Efficiency, Goals for Hybridization
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LISLE, IL… Navistar has revealed the results of the International® SuperTruck II, a project in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). International SuperTruck II demonstrates 16 miles per gallon (MPG) fuel efficiency through hybri... -
Want To Become An Owner-Operator? You Can “Truck To Success” With OOIDA’s Online Business Series
Grain Valley, MO… The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has noticed that for a variety of reasons, many small trucking businesses tend to fail within the first year of operating. The OOIDA Foundation, which is the educational and re... -
Truckersfinalmile Becomes Affiliate Partner With TFC Global
his will now allow the combined ministries to have a stronger, more far-reaching impact, in serving the growing needs of the trucking community. Truckersfinalmile and TFC Global announced today that the organizations have entered into a strategic par... -
2023 Andrew Mazza Diesel Jam
On June 10th, the Hunter Truck- Pocono team was a sponsor at the 2023 Andrew Mazza Diesel Jam! There was a great turnout of attendees, vendors, multiple classes of trucks, and more all to support a great cause. Diesel Jam is an event that is held yea... -
Truth in Advertising or Bait and Switch
Too many times professional drivers are frustrated by their interactions with prospective companies due to what they believe is bait and switch. Many drivers report hearing one thing from the recruiter and once they accept the job offer and are in or... -
Lewis SanFelice Joins U.S. Bulk Transport Team
ERIE, PA…. Lewis A. SanFelice has joined Erie, Pennsylvania based U.S. Bulk Transport, Inc. as Recruiting Manager. Lewis says he “enjoys helping owner-operators get set up to succeed at U.S. Bulk. The company is a great fit for me.” Lewis g... -
EPA Proposal Ignores Truckers’ Concerns, OOIDA Says
(Reprinted with permission from Landline) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Greenhouse Gas Phase 3 proposal fails to consider the real-life concerns relayed by the nation’s truck drivers, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Associat... -
Peterbilt Offers New PACCAR TX-18 Automated Transmission Features
Denton, TX… Peterbilt Motors Company is pleased to announce the introduction of the Off-Road Calibration and Rock-Free Mode for the PACCAR TX-18 PRO transmission available in Peterbilt Models 579, 567, 589, 389, 367 and 365. The PACCAR TX-18 PRO tr... -
From The Chaplain’s Desk
Protection in the Midst of Trials Psalm 91 This psalm contains truly incredible promises of protection in the midst of trials. We would probably prefer it if God’s protection meant we didn’t have to go through trials. But to be delivered “from ... -
From The Chaplain’s Desk
When you’re faced with real-life hurts and issues, trusting God when you don’t understand is easier said than done. It’s easy to say, “Give your cares to the Lord and trust Him” when everything in life seems to go well. It’s easy to say, ... -
5th Annual Gear Jammer Magazine Truck Show
The 5th Annual Gear Jammer Magazine Truck Show, held in July of 2022, was one for the record books. With the help of everyone involved, we were able to set a record donation total of $82,150. This was the most money we have raised from a single eve... -
ATA Invites Trucking Industry Members and Allies to Premier Legal Event
Washington, DC… The ATA Litigation Center announced that time is running out to secure a seat at the 2023 Trucking Legal Forum, which will be held from July 16-19 in La Jolla, California. The trucking industry’s premier legal event provides un... -
Electric On The Rise – Volvo Trucks Keeps Its Leading Position
Volvo Trucks leads the market for heavy electric trucks after the first quarter of 2023, both in Europe and in North America. In total, the Swedish truck manufacturer has sold almost 5,000 electric trucks in about 40 countries. Now, its electric pro... -
Kenworth to Sponsor ALABAMA’S “Roll On” Tour - Award-Winning Country Music Band Helps Kenworth Celebrate 100th Anniversary
FORT PAYNE, AL… Kenworth Truck Company announced it will partner with legendary country music band ALABAMA to sponsor its “Roll On 2 North America Tour.” Kenworth is providing ALABAMA with a Kenworth T680 76-inch mid-roof sleeper for the ba... -
Kriska Transportation Group named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Platinum Club
For its industry-leading performance, sustained growth and consistent satisfaction of clients and employees, Kriska Transportation Group is a 2023 Platinum Club member of Canada's Best Managed Companies. For the last 30 years, the Canada's Best Man... -
PA Turnpike Begins Final Phase of All-Electronic Tolling
Harrisburg, PA… The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) has begun building the final phase of its All-Electronic Tolling (AET) implementation. Work is now underway to relocate tolling points in eastern PA from their current interchange locations...