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In this Edition – Truck Driver Engages in Shootout with Police – Bee Infestation Closes Truck Stop in Nevada – Customs Broker Scam Exposed Hello, I’m David Compton. We’ll be discussing a tragic confrontation between a trucker and police, a bizarre customs broker scheme that has surfaced, and an unus
2026 Thunder on the Hill Racing Series Launch The 2026 season of the Levan & Truck Equipment Thunder on the Hill Racing Series will commence when the Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing Roto-Rooter 410 Sprint Series visits “The Hill” at Grandview Speedway on Tuesday, May 19. This event is proudly
Mack Financial Services (MFS) has broadened its insurance offerings by adding physical damage coverage for all makes and models within a customer’s fleet, providing extensive protection, easier management, and enhanced peace of mind throughout their operations. MFS now introduces the Rolling Asset P
Transportation Secretary’s Reforms Target Trucking Industry Issues Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has intensified his department’s efforts to tackle challenges in the trucking sector by introducing reforms focused on training programs, brokers, electronic logging devices, carriers, and even ind
Desiree Wood’s Advocacy in Trucking LAS VEGAS — During a 2019 listening session with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in Dallas, Desiree Wood introduced nine action points aimed at tackling sexual misconduct within the trucking industry. Initially, she was uncertain of the res
Knaack LLC Introduces Online Replacement Key Service CRYSTAL LAKE, IL – Knaack LLC has launched an online replacement key service for all WEATHER GUARD truck and van equipment, providing a convenient solution for distributors and end users alike. Simple Online Ordering Process Users can easily order
Supreme Court Ruling on Trucking Liability The Supreme Court delivered a unanimous ruling on Thursday allowing a man severely injured in a tractor-trailer accident to sue the broker responsible for arranging the load. This decision is heralded as a significant victory for highway safety advocates, w
We remember and will always honor the events of April 24, 2018, when traffic on Interstate 696 in suburban Detroit came to a standstill for a remarkable reason. Thirteen truck drivers lined up their large vehicles beneath a highway bridge in an effort to save a man who was threatening to jump. The d
New Leadership Announcement at Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment Jon Sievert, President of the Work Truck Solutions Group at Douglas Dynamics, has announced the appointment of Patrick Miller as the new President of Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment, LLC. Patrick Miller’s Experience Miller brings exten
