Ryder’s Nat-Gas Fleet Drives 20 Million Miles
Ryder System Inc. said its fleet of 500 natural gas-powered trucks has driven more than 20 million miles since the company created the program in 2011.
March 31, 2014Trucking Gathers at MATS
More than 75,000 people were expected at the 43rd annual Mid-America Trucking Show to get a firsthand look at the latest tractor models, aftermarket accessories and just about everything in between.
March 31, 2014Opinion: Trucking Is Essential to Our Way of Life
It’s the age-old question, “What do you do for a living?” Throughout our lives, we’ve spoken with countless professional truck drivers who tell us their responses are met with scorn, disdain and lack of respect.
March 31, 2014Editorial: Trucking in Step With Economy
The national economy is chugging along, plowing through rough waters whipped up by Russia’s annexation of Crimea and the Federal Reserve’s observation that interest rates close to zero can’t last forever.
March 31, 2014Worries Over Driver Shortage Outweigh Improving Market
GRAPEVINE, Texas — The truck driver shortage dominated the discussion here at the Truckload Carriers Association’s annual meeting, tempering an otherwise mostly positive outlook for the industry and the overall economy.
March 31, 2014E-Log Mandate to Spur First-Time Adopters to Buy Lower-Cost Products, Vendors Say
Demand for basic, low-cost on-board truck technology will surge in the years ahead as first-time buyers look to comply with the federal government’s proposed electronic logging mandate, several suppliers said.
March 31, 2014Feb. Trailer Orders Leap 67.6%; Total Is Largest Since Late 2012
February trailer orders leaped 67.6% from a year ago as fleets moved forward with equipment purchasing plans amid tightening capacity and higher freight demand, ACT Research reported.
March 31, 2014TIA Set to Discuss Regulations, Consolidation as Acquisitions Reshape Brokerage Industry
When the Transportation Intermediaries Association meeting begins April 9, freight brokerage and logistics executives will face a blend of new developments such as accelerating industry consolidation and familiar legislative, regulatory and customer-related issues.
March 31, 2014Volvo Trucks Showcasing 11-Liter Among Range of Offerings at MATS
A Volvo Trucks executive said one area of emphasis for the company at the Mid-America Trucking Show is the usefulness of its 11-liter engine.
March 31, 2014ACT: Truck Sales Will Rise as Fleets’ Profits Increase
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The expected higher profits of trucking fleets for the next several years will help further boost sales of new heavy-duty trucks in North America, said Kenny Vieth, president of ACT Research Co.
March 31, 2014