Tag: Transportation

Cargo Theft Spurs New Partnership with Highway Patrol

Cargo theft is on the rise, but some state law enforcement agencies are upping their game to match.

Hours of Service Revision Challenged by GOP Congressman

Some GOP Congressmen are calling for the FMCSA to put their money where their mouth is regarding the new HOS Rules.

Truckers & Food Processors Team Up with Technology

Revised food safety standards have trucking companies and processors working together with technology.

Truck Driver Games – Free Games – Ice Road Truckers 2

Play a fun game created by the History Channel that promotes their hit series "Ice Road Truckers." It's free and pretty fun.

DOT Secretary Ray LaHood’s Son Sam Detained in Egypt

Sam LaHood of the International Republican Institute, a pro-democracy group stationed in Egypt and son of Dept. of Transportation Ray LaHood, has been detained and prevented from leaving the country.

4 Million Miles Without an Accident

Ron Sowder has gone farther and longer than any other truck driver for UPS. This week the company honored him as the safest truck driver in North America.

The Pre-Trip Report | Jan. 24 – 29

Get your transportation and trucking news review here each week, at home or on the go.

2011 Featured Peak Levels of Cargo Theft

The crime of cargo theft is on the rise which is bad news for long haul truckers. They seem to be targeting lower value freight, however.

Electric & Hybrid Truck Sales Predicted to Double

Pike Research has announced some incredible numbers for hybrid sales in 2012. Can that be the real story?

Missouri Lawmakers Considering Tolls for I-70

Upgrading I-70 across Missouri has been a problem that has plagued state lawmakers for years. They finally decide levying tolls on travelers may be the answer. Is it?

Trucker Group Against Ohio Speed Increase

Since semi truck safety issues are currently in the national spotlight, the Ohio Trucking Association has declined to support a speed increase that could help truckers cover more distance during hours of service.

How to Avoid Cargo Theft

Cargo theft is on the rise. Know what to look for and what to do if you're thrust into a situation.

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