Tag: Long Haul Trucking

TCA Launches “Truckload Authority” Magazine

TCA Launches “Truckload Authority” Magazine

| May 25, 2012 | Reply

The Truckload Carriers Association has created a new magazine for truck drivers that will be distributed by mail and online. It debuts on June 1st.

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CNG Semi Trucks: Freightliner Crosses Country to Prove a Point

CNG Semi Trucks: Freightliner Crosses Country to Prove a Point

| May 25, 2012 | 4 Replies

CNG semi trucks are a hot topic in the trucking industry. Freightliner steps up to challenge a popular misconception: Can a CNG semi truck go cross country?

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Trucker GPS Units for the Smart Driver

Trucker GPS Units for the Smart Driver

| May 10, 2012 | 27 Replies

We take a look at some of the newest and best trucker friendly GPS units available. Which one is right for you?

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Closer Look: 2013 Freightliner Cascadia

Closer Look: 2013 Freightliner Cascadia

| May 7, 2012 | 26 Replies

Freightliner’s long haul flagship keeps adding impressive features that appeal to the tech fans and advocates of common sense alike. Get a look inside the 2013 Cascadia.

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Advice to New Truckers From Seasoned Truckers

Advice to New Truckers From Seasoned Truckers

| May 3, 2012 | 59 Replies

Words of advice and wisdom from veteran truckers. What they want new drivers to know.

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TCA Is Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

TCA Is Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

| May 2, 2012 | 1 Reply

Need a little help with tuition expenses? The TCA wants to help. Find out about available TCA scholarships.

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Trucker Buddy Int’l. Announces New Officers

Trucker Buddy Int’l. Announces New Officers

| May 1, 2012 | Reply

CDL Life favorite Trucker Buddy International announces their newest officers, and some of their plans for 2012. Are you a Trucker Buddy?

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Closer Look: Kenworth T700 Semi Truck

Closer Look: Kenworth T700 Semi Truck

| April 30, 2012 | 7 Replies

Kenworth turned lots of heads in 2011 with their powerful, but fuel efficient T700. It earned high marks from truck dealers across the country. See how they improved the 2012 model even more.

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New Cloud-Based Transportation Software Unveiled

New Cloud-Based Transportation Software Unveiled

| April 25, 2012 | Reply

New suite uses a cloud-based system for transportation management. How does it help fleet managers save money and time?

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Closer Look: 2012 Peterbilt 579 Truck

Closer Look: 2012 Peterbilt 579 Truck

| April 24, 2012 | 22 Replies

Look inside the cab and under the hood of this year’s flagship Peterbilt semi trucks – the Model 579. It’s just about as much truck as you’ll ever need.

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CDL Life is Headed to Joplin, MO. Are You?

CDL Life is Headed to Joplin, MO. Are You?

| April 24, 2012 | 1 Reply

Come help businesses in Joplin, MO get back on their feet after last year’s devastating tornado, and have fun with other trucking families while you do it!

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Interstates May Get More Tolls

Interstates May Get More Tolls

| April 23, 2012 | 4 Replies

To aid the ailing highway system, Congress is pushing to add more tolls. Find out where the tolls might be going and how many there will be.

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Truck Driver Employment Rate Rises Slightly in 2011

Truck Driver Employment Rate Rises Slightly in 2011

| April 22, 2012 | Reply

Employment rates for truckers rise for the first time since the all-time high in 2008. What made the difference?

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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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Oil Frenzy Creates a Demand for More Truckers

Oil Frenzy Creates a Demand for More Truckers

| April 20, 2012 | 1 Reply

The recent oil drilling frenzy has created an increased demand for qualified drivers. Find out where the jobs are and how much they pay.

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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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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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Closer Look: 2012 Peterbilt 386

Closer Look: 2012 Peterbilt 386

| April 18, 2012 | 50 Replies

Our friends at Peterbilt Atlantic give us a view under the hood and inside the cab of this versatile and fuel efficient semi tractor – the 2012 Model 386.

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Driver Turnover Decreases Slightly in Late 2011

Driver Turnover Decreases Slightly in Late 2011

| April 13, 2012 | Reply

While it can be considered relatively good news, driver turnover rates continue to plague the truck driving industry.

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Third Mexican Carrier Enters Pilot Program

Third Mexican Carrier Enters Pilot Program

| April 13, 2012 | Reply

The controversial Mexican Pilot Program from a NAFTA mandate began transporting goods into America on March 30th.

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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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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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TCA Chairman Gary Salisbury’s Parting Advice: Say ‘Yes’

TCA Chairman Gary Salisbury’s Parting Advice: Say ‘Yes’

| March 31, 2012 | 7 Replies

Truckload Carriers of America’s incumbent chairman, Gary Salisbury, tells delegates trucking industry must become an industry of ‘yes.’

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Class Action Suite Filed Against Schneider Logisitics

Class Action Suite Filed Against Schneider Logisitics

| March 24, 2012 | 51 Replies

WalMart workers have decided that Schneider Logistics isn’t playing fair with scheduling and overtime rules in Los Angeles.

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Falsifying Trucking Logs: One Company’s Owner Faces Prison

Falsifying Trucking Logs: One Company’s Owner Faces Prison

| March 21, 2012 | 29 Replies

Falsifying logs isn’t the only thing this trucking company got caught with. Yuck!

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