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Inspection of Semi Truck Uncovers Violations A Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (VT DMV) inspector identified multiple violations involving both equipment and the driver during two different traffic stops on the same semi truck within a short time frame. Initial Traffic Stop On January 10, 2026,
Exciting Event for San Antonio Customers Northern Tool + Equipment is hosting a special event where customers in San Antonio can receive two complimentary tickets to the Monster Jam® event. Event Details SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The thrill of Monster Jam® is coming to the San Antonio
Driver Alarmed by ‘Swinging Pole’ Risk 16:19, 11 Jan 2026 Updated 16:27, 11 Jan 2026 The truck was seen approaching the roundabout from Sheep Street (Image: Google) A driver expressed their disbelief upon witnessing a truck maneuvering with an unusually large pole dangling from its side, reminiscent
VAN BUREN, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–USA Truck is excited to announce a major and strategic shift to private ownership within Arkansas, marking an important new phase in its over 40-year history. Following a successful agreement with DSV to transfer 100% of USA Truck, Inc.’s shares to UTAC, LLC, a privat
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – Friends are remembering a Fargo man who passed away on Tuesday due to a workplace incident at Bert’s Truck Equipment, where a truck axle fell on him. Stacy Martin, 51, was engaged in repairs on a truck’s lift axle when a temporary weld failed, resulting in the axle c
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) – Local fire departments are experiencing significant delays in acquiring new equipment due to a nationwide backlog, which is resulting in waiting periods of years, rather than the usual months, for fire trucks. In Aiken County, one fire truck is approaching 20 years in servi
Here’s the quote owner-operator Joe Bielucki got from a dealer, showing a new-to-him $9,500 tariff charge that he called a “deal-breaker.” Exploring Replacement Costs Owner-operator Joe Bielucki recently assessed the expense of replacing his 2023 International HX ahead of the expected price increase
Surge in North American Class 8 Truck Orders In December, North American Class 8 truck orders experienced a significant rebound, reaching their highest levels in over three years. This increase is attributed to fleets securing equipment as regulatory uncertainties began to ease, according to new ins
Botetourt County Firefighters Face Equipment Challenges BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) – Firefighters in Botetourt County are often deployed with outdated equipment, some of which predates the personnel using it. The department’s primary ladder truck, which was refurbished, dates back to 1996, nearly
