Trucking News
Con-way Truckload Purchases Over 500 Automatic Trucks
Con-Way Truckload announced its purchase of 550 new tractors, 540 of which will be equipped with automatic transmissions and 6x4 axles.
Truck Driver Rescues Man Who Crashed into His Truck
A truck driver rescued a man who crashed into his truck.
OOIDA Calls For Ferro’s Resignation
“We have asked the secretary to put into place new leadership at FMCSA,†said the President and CEO of OOIDA, Jim Johnston. “The agency needs to be headed by someone who will approach professional truck drivers with the respect and fair treatment that their important work and commitment to safety demand.â€
I-5 On-Ramp in Oregon to Temporarily Close
A southbound I-5 on-ramp will be closed on Monday, June 9, while crews work to construct a temporary ramp.
BREAKING NEWS: Senate Committee Votes to Suspend Restart Rule
Members of the Senate Appropriations Committee today voted 21-9 to suspend the restart rule that took effect on June 30, 2013.
Missing Truck Driver Found Alive After Five Days in California Woods
A Canadian truck driver who went missing five days ago has been found.
Maryland Truck Driver Makes Difference For Families In Need
Maryland Waste Management truck driver, Arnold Harvey and his wife have been making a big difference for families in need.
Limited Services Available at Alberta Lea Rest Areas
The Minnesota Department of Transportation reports that limited services will be available at the Interstate 90 rest areas near Alberta Lea for the next ten weeks while crews work to improve accessibility and update the rest area's facilities.
Video: Driver Who Passed Bus on Shoulder in Minnesota Turns Himself In
According to WCCO and the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, the truck driver who was captured on video passing a school bus on the shoulder of the road and nearly hitting a 7th-grade girl has turned himself in to authorities.
Iowa 80 Kitchen Celebrates 50 Years in Business By Turning Back Prices to 1964
For one day only, the Iowa 80 Kitchen is turning back the clock, and the prices (on select menu items) to 1964!
Delaware I-813 Bridge Closed On I-495
According to the Delaware DOT, the I-813 bridge on I-495 over the Christina River will be closing immediately.
Kenworth Unveils New T680 Mid-Roof Sleeper Configuration
Kenworth today announced that a new, lightweight configuration is now available for the Kenworth T680 model.