16 tons of cocaine seized by feds at Philadelphia port - Truck1News.Com
Federal authorities say that that have arrested several people in connection with a massive cocaine shipment that was seized from a port in Philadelphia earlier today. According to the U.S. Attorneyâ€...
Troopers force truckers to climb on top of trailers during snow removal enforcement blitz
New Hampshire State Police conducted a snow removal detail on a major interstate during which they required truckers to climb on top of their vehicles to shovel.PENDOT Advisory....
PennDOT issue yet another weather-related truck ban
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has issued a new commercial vehicle travel ban ahead of another round of winter storms.
Ontario Trucking Association wants immigrant workers to fill driver shortage - American Truck Driver
The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) is calling on the provincial government to launch a pilot program that would allow freight carriers to bring in immigrant workers to fill a critical driver short...
Thousands of truckers planning nationwide shutdown in 2019
An online group of truckers is plotting a single day driver shutdown in order to raise awareness about various trucking regulations and policy concerns.
With 2019 toll increase, it will cost $50.40 to cross Pennsylvania on the Turnpike - LiveTrucking.al
Starting on Jan. 6, Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls are going up for the 11th consecutive year. Under the new fares, it will cost $50.40 to travel from Neshaminy Falls — the eastern most start of the ma...
Capacity tightens as drivers reposition for holiday hometime
We spoke to executives at Arrive Logistics and LYNC Logistics about the challenges in covering their customers’ exceptions and service failures in the lead-up to Christmas.
Feds test facial recognition technology to cut down on semi truck traffic at border
Authorities are launching a new pilot program at the U.S./Canada border that officials hope will ease long wait times with the use of facial recognition technology.
Freight volume drops 2% on average from spring levels, but capacity is plentiful
The freight market has softened significantly in the last few months, but it is not due to a drastic reduction in volume.
FMCSA Seeks Final Round of Comments on Military-Driver Pilot Program
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking a final round of comments on its plan to soon begin a three-year pilot program to compare the safety records of current or former military he...
FactoringClub Announces the Winners of their 2019 Best Factoring Company Awards
IRVING, Texas (PRWEB) December 11, 2018 -- FactoringClub has recognized 16 factoring companies as winners of their 2019 Best Factoring Company Awards. Over 100 FactoringClub sponsors were evaluated on...
Diesel Drops 4.6¢ to $3.161 a Gallon in Eighth Straight Weekly Decline
The U.S. average retail price of diesel dropped 4.6 cents to $3.161 a gallon, the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported Dec. 10, as crude oil prices dropped near $50 per barrel.
Brokers: capacity migrating south for the winter
Brokers at Arrive, Trident, and Avenger told us that capacity is flowing into Southeast markets, pushing down rates in that region, while the PNW and Midwest have tightened up significantly.
Two Digital Freight Brokers Focus on Price Transparency for Shippers
Digital freight brokers Convoy and Uber Freight have separately launched new tools intended to make pricing options for hauling loads more transparent for shippers.
Trucking Braces for Fallout From GM Plant Closings
The decision by General Motors to cease production at five of its factories in the United States and Canada will have consequences for trucking companies that serve those plants.
Romaine Recall Causes Disruption in Trucking Industry
Romaine lettuce is shipping again after a late November outbreak of E. coli, but only after the federal government began a new round of negotiating with producers for changes in tracking.
The Most Loved (and Hated) U.S. Trucking Routes
We surveyed truckers about their most common routes in the U.S. and if new software developments could help to make these trips run smoother.Market Rates!!
Spot Market Van Rates Soared in September
The national load-to-truck ratio hit 7.0 last week – cracking the 7 loads-per-truck mark is uncharted territory for a national van average.
Brokers: How to have better relationships with truck drivers and owner-operators - Truckstop.com
Are you a broker? Find out how you can build better relationships with owner-operators and truck drivers that will help grow your business!
Our Best Negotiation Tips and Tricks - Truckstop.com
Nearly everyone in transportation has seen the effects of the capacity shortage that’s been building in the trucking industry. In fact, truckers haven’t seen a better negotiating position in many ...
Experiencing the life of a truck driver: A look into what keeps America moving
The Freight Movement is in partnership with Arrive Logistics … In many ways, truckers are quietly excluded from the comfortable, modern lives that they make possible for us. As David Rivers found ou...
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Indiana moves to raise truck tolls 35 percent on I-90, I-80
With the increase, tolls for Class 8 trucks traveling across the entirety of the state would jump from $44.50 to $60.07 with cash, or from $44.46 to $60.02 with E-ZPass. The Indiana Toll Road spans…Earn points at Love’s !!!!
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Editorial: Take a Minute, Thank a Driver
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How Can America Solve Its Truck Driver Shortage?
The industry has openings and shockingly high turnover.
Department of Transportation moves to put more freight on water
As roadways get more congested, the US DOT looks to Marine Highways for relief.
Freight Brokers: 2 Common Service Problems and How to Fix Them
Here's how to handle those bumps in the road so they don't derail your business.
Expert Advice: 8 Tips for Success From Freight Brokerage Owners
As a freight broker, your most important working relationship will be with the freight carriers you hire to move goods for your clients. Find out how to select the best carriers.
Uber shuts down self-driving truck program, leaving questions about Uber Freight's future
Without self-driving trucks, what is the point of Uber Freight?
Report: Illinois could be next state to allow freight trucks to utilize emerging technology
It’s not self-driving, it’s platooning.
Container lines prep for China-US trade slowdown
Container line alliances are cutting capacity on their transpacific services in anticipation of a major slowdown in the US-China trade relationship due to tariffs. We see downside risk for Union Pacif...
Visions of the Future of Logistics
Here's what some industry professionals had to say about what the future may hold.
