Ag Haulers To Debate Hours At Meeting
Haulers of agricultural products gathering for their annual conference will be focused on the same issue consuming the rest of the industry -- the fate of the hours-of-service regulations.
Maine Raises Fuel Tax, Truck Fee
The Maine Legislature June 5 approved a hike in the truck registration fee and a 3-cent increase in the state tax on motor fuels.
Roadchecks Wrap Up Safety Week
Truckers got their annual doses of increased inspections and appreciation June 1-5.
Cab-Mounted Cameras Are Cousins of the 'Black Box'
When you’re the driver of the big rig, it isn’t easy to convince a jury that the accident wasn’t your fault. But what if you had undeniable evidence that the four-wheeler cut you off and then slammed on his brakes right in front of you?
Cab-Mounted Cameras Are Cousins of the 'Black Box'
When you're the driver of the big rig, it isn't easy to convince a jury that the accident wasn't your fault. But what if you had undeniable evidence that the four-wheeler cut you off and then slammed on his brakes right in front of you?
Roadchecks Wrap Up Safety Week
Truckers got their annual doses of increased inspections and appreciation June 1-5.
N.Y. Senate Votes to Kill Ton-Mile Tax
State senators unanimously voted to get rid of New York's ton-mile tax and raise truck registration fees by 50% to make up the lost revenue.
Oregon May Revive Diesel Tax Plan
An Oregon lawmaker vowed to revive an attempt to replace the state's weight-mile tax with a diesel fuel charge.
Annual Check Up and Salute Starts
State, provincial and federal officials are spreading out across the continent, looking for unsafe trucks and truckers, and at the same time carrying the message that the vast majority of professional drivers are safe — and very much appreciated.
U.S., Canada Try to Uncork Border
The United States and Canada have a plan in the works to slash border crossing times for truck drivers.