Trucking News
DOT Says Cross-Border Program Failing
This week DOT officials met with trucking representatives in Tijuana to discuss why the Mexican Pilot Program is failing.
Trucker GPS: Rand McNally Named Top System
Rand McNally secured a big endorsement win from Heavy Duty Trucking and the ATA when their communication software made the Top 20 Trucking Products of 2011. Get a closer look at it here.
Cummins Diesel Expands into Central American Market
Cummins Diesel announced an exciting new venture boosting North American exports.
Oregon Senator Proposes Regulation Cut for Farmers
In a rare occurrence, an Oregon senator has proposed some de-regulatory measures to the 2012 Surface Transport Bill being debated currently on the floor of Congress.
Homeland Security Chief Questioned about Mexican Pilot Program
When will the official guidelines of the Mexican Pilot Program mandated by NAFTA be presented and approved? The dilemma continues.
Minnesota Considers Easing Speeding Fines
Do you think an easing of speeding laws would help, or hurt your on-time delivery ratio?
Old Dominion Converts Warehouse to Solar Power
Find out how much these veterans of the transportation industry are projected to save on energy for a single location.
Goodyear Names 2011 Highway Hero Nominees
Goodyear has narrowed down the 2011 Highway Hero award nominees to just four. Trucking journalists will be voting for the winner this week. Who are they?
Trucking News Central – Feb. 17th Broadcast
Our Trucking News Central broadcast for Feb. 17th. Our host, Shirley Norris covers important topics surrounding trucking and transportation.
Transporting Nukes – Can You Spot Them?
The Cold War is over, but the high-dollar cargo is still on the road. How do you spot them?
Transportation Groups Petition Senate Against New Tollroads
The ATA, AAA and many other industry and safety groups are opposed to new tolling charges cleared in the new Surface Transportation Bill. Find out who else is against it.
Speed Camera Restrictions Gaining Momentum
Lawmakers, Law Enforcement and Trucking groups are at a stalemate regarding states use of red light and speed cameras. It's safety vs. revenue and no one's happy.