Although some global positioning systems reportedly shut down as older GPS satellites reset their clocks, suppliers of tracking systems for trucks in the U.S. reported no problems.

U.S. owner-operators on both coasts are following the lead of their Canadian counterparts and taking action to protest labor conditions at seaports.

At least five major trucking companies may have been victimized in a scam involving fraudulent cash advances and check cashing in which criminals have targeted users of Comdata Comchek electronic cards.

Cargo thieves may soon have more to worry about than just stealing a trailer load of clothes or computers. M.S. Carriers of Memphis, Tenn., and a major national retailer recently posted a $25,000 reward for the recovery of a load of apparel stolen Aug. 3 from Manning, S.C.

With parking lots for boardinghouses as many as 26 nights a month and pressure to get loads to their destinations, it’s little wonder that truckers get limited rest and exercise, and don’t eat well.

Truck stops are going high-tech, bringing drivers the electronic services for business and entertainment they want while on the road.

Secretary of Transportation Norman Y. Mineta told Congress he expects to meet the Jan. 1 target date for admitting Mexican commercial trucks to the United States, but won’t hesitate to delay their entry if he cannot assure that they meet federal safety standards.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services will install trailer-tracking devices from Vantage Trailer Solutions on many of its 14,000 trailers over the next two years.