Metternick Hones His Trucking Craft for the Fun of It
It could be déjà vu all over again for FedEx Freight driver Ronald Metternick — Michigan's 4-axle champion — at the National Truck Driving Championships.
August 9, 2023Florida Lawmakers Grant $3.8 Million for CDL Training Site
Florida state Sen. Tom Wright presented a $3.8 million ceremonial check to an east-central school district to fund a new commercial driver license training facility.
August 9, 2023FMCSA to Renew Plan for Carriers to Keep Accident Records
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced plans to renew its requirement that motor carriers maintain a record of accidents involving their commercial motor vehicles.
August 8, 2023Jadrossich Fine-Tunes Preparation for Nationals
Rather than simply overthinking his approach to precision-driving contests, John Jadrossich, a FedEx Freight driver, decided to embrace the art of cool relaxation.
August 8, 2023Volvo, Mack EVs Recalled Over Fire Concerns
Volvo AB is recalling nearly all battery-powered electric trucks in the U.S. that were made over the past four years because of an issue that may potentially cause a battery fire.
August 8, 2023No Violations on 81% of CMVs in International Roadcheck
More than 81% of commercial motor vehicles and 94% of drivers inspected during International Roadcheck in May did not have any out-of-service violations during the enforcement effort.
August 8, 2023Kentucky Begins $30 Million Road Project at Owensboro Port
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear joined state officials in breaking ground on a $30 million highway expansion project for the Owensboro Riverport Authority.
August 7, 2023Class Act: Success Follows North Carolina Champ Bills
Step van or straight truck, FedEx Express driver and North Carolina grand champion Michael Bills focuses on safety.
August 7, 2023Cruise Sponsorship Patch Now Part of Giants’ Jerseys
Cruise, which offers a driverless ride-hailing service in San Francisco, now has a patch with the company logo on the shoulder of San Francisco Giants players' jerseys.
August 4, 2023How to Build Your Fleet's Tech Stack
Host Dan Ronan asked "The trucking industry is struggling to recruit and retain enough professional drivers in this tight labor market. How can technology help companies improve driver satisfaction and retention?" Drew Anderson, Senior Director of Product Development for PrePass, answered. Originally hosted during our first Transport Topics Magazine Series Event - Retool - we isolated the discussion to make it easier to enjoy and to share.
August 1, 2023