Tag: Driving

How to Prevent Wheel-Offs

How to Prevent Wheel-Offs

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

Wheel Offs can be extremely dangerous, yet easily avoided. Why do they continue to happen, and how can you avoid them?

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Trucking Executive Cautions Senate on the Cost of Tolls

Trucking Executive Cautions Senate on the Cost of Tolls

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

NFI Chief Financial Officer Steve Grabell warns the Senate on effects of increasing tolls, campaigning for the Commuter Protection Act.

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Researcher Distances Himself from Speed Limiter Study

Researcher Distances Himself from Speed Limiter Study

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

Are they good for trucking? Are they a nuisance for trucking? Who can we believe?

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Closer Look: 2012 International ProStar Eagle

Closer Look: 2012 International ProStar Eagle

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

The newest flagship of the International line is under the microscope today, with a video and features list for you to inspect.

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Missouri DOT and Law Enforcement Introduce Truck Program

Missouri DOT and Law Enforcement Introduce Truck Program

| April 19, 2012 | Reply

The Department of Transportation in Missouri has created a new program designed to alert young drivers to the hazards of distraction when driving near semi trucks.

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Infographic: What Are Truck Drivers’ Favorite Brands?

Infographic: What Are Truck Drivers’ Favorite Brands?

| April 14, 2012 | 6 Replies

A survey from Atlas shows that many drivers have a strong sense of brand loyalty. Find out what companies they say are their favorites? Do you agree?

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How It Works: Airport Fire Truck

How It Works: Airport Fire Truck

| April 13, 2012 | 3 Replies

Driving a truck can be dangerous. Sometimes it can be really dangerous!

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Pennsylvania Approves Privatization of Highways

Pennsylvania Approves Privatization of Highways

| April 9, 2012 | 1 Reply

More tolls and fees could be in store for truckers if Pennsylvania passes a bill to privatize all roads and bridges in 2012.

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New “Safety Corridors” Proposed for Kansas

New “Safety Corridors” Proposed for Kansas

| April 9, 2012 | Reply

Been stung with a speeding ticket? Kansas is ready to capitalize on your misfortune…

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Maine Statehouse Funds Transnational Highway Study

Maine Statehouse Funds Transnational Highway Study

| April 8, 2012 | Reply

Maine sets aside $300,000 for a privately-funded highway connecting the state to two Canadian provinces.

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Veterans Scholarships Offered by Swift Trucking

Veterans Scholarships Offered by Swift Trucking

| April 6, 2012 | Reply

Trucking company offers jobs to military veterans and those in the Guard and Reserves. Find out how to qualify inside.

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Infographic: Costs for Operating a Truck

Infographic: Costs for Operating a Truck

| April 5, 2012 | 1 Reply

What does it really cost to operate a semi truck per year? This infographic tells us. Have a look.

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Video: Semi Truck Towing Disaster in Norway

Video: Semi Truck Towing Disaster in Norway

| April 4, 2012 | 18 Replies

Watch the amazing footage of a towing rig that slipped, bringing near-disaster to all involved. Fortunately there were only minor injuries.

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Truck Stop Missouri Returns for 2nd Season

Truck Stop Missouri Returns for 2nd Season

| April 3, 2012 | 4 Replies

The new Travel Channel TV hit “Truck Stop Missouri” returns for more highway hijinks. Are you watching?

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TravelCenters Truck Stops’ New Roadside Recovery Service

TravelCenters Truck Stops’ New Roadside Recovery Service

| April 3, 2012 | Reply

The popular trucker destination announces their affordable new roadside service plus, additional service assets. Will you use it?

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Home on the Road With An ARI Custom Sleeper

Home on the Road With An ARI Custom Sleeper

| April 2, 2012 | 13 Replies

ARI custom sleepers provide drivers with a home away from home. Find out how they can help you save money and improve your health. Get a close up look at them in our video.

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Illinois Proposes Bill to Limit Trucking Fees

Illinois Proposes Bill to Limit Trucking Fees

| April 1, 2012 | 6 Replies

A Democratic State Senator from Illinois proposes a fee cut for truckers. Find out what the bill is and what is proposes inside.

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Truckers Need Respect They Already Earned, Says WIT

Truckers Need Respect They Already Earned, Says WIT

| March 31, 2012 | Reply

Feeling long on hours, but short on respect? WIT’s Joyce Brenny knows what you’re feeling and wants more people to know about it.

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FMCSA Officials Get Schooled at MATS

FMCSA Officials Get Schooled at MATS

| March 27, 2012 | Reply

Officials from the FMCSA opened the floor to questions and concerns from truck drivers during their presentation at MATS. It was, uhhh “lively.”

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Security Automation in U.K. Challenges Basic Rights

Security Automation in U.K. Challenges Basic Rights

| March 24, 2012 | 3 Replies

Would you buy gas from a truck stop that runs a check on your plates to see if your CDL is up to date and your insurance is paid up?

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Supermarket Honors Million Mile Safe Truck Drivers

Supermarket Honors Million Mile Safe Truck Drivers

| March 23, 2012 | 2 Replies

Stater Bros. Supermarkets inducted a few more “Million Mile’rs” at this year’s Safe Driving Award Banquet.

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KC Trends Customizers Show Rare Ferrari 599 GTO

KC Trends Customizers Show Rare Ferrari 599 GTO

| March 22, 2012 | Reply

Car customizers KC Trends show off their special Ford F150 and their ultra-rare white Ferrari 599 GTO. Get a closer look inside.

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Vintage Culture for Truckers: Selvedge Yard

Vintage Culture for Truckers: Selvedge Yard

| March 19, 2012 | Reply

We do our best to entertain truck drivers online. Yet sometimes, the site that has the coolest collection of vintage photos of American culture has you beat right out of the gate.

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If Trucks Stopped…

If Trucks Stopped…

| March 17, 2012 | 205 Replies

Have you thanked a trucker today? You should.

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CSA Says No-Fault Crashes Still Penalize Truckers

CSA Says No-Fault Crashes Still Penalize Truckers

| March 16, 2012 | 6 Replies

CSA will penalize truckers for no-fault accidents, adding there is a correlation between past and future wrecks, although not a single expert could explain the hypothesis.

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Video: NASCAR Most Memorable Moments

Video: NASCAR Most Memorable Moments

| March 14, 2012 | 3 Replies

Revisit some of NASCAR’s greatest moments from last season and all time. 3 videos!

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Video: Evel Knievel’s Custom Truck Restored

Video: Evel Knievel’s Custom Truck Restored

| March 13, 2012 | 2 Replies

See a video that details how Brad Wike of Brad’s Classic Trucks shop restored Evel Knievel’s old ’74 Mack cabover into running shape.

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