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Strategic Partnerships Poised for 2026 Truck Market Recovery

Collaborations among dealers, lenders, manufacturers, and freight companies are crucial for the trucking industry’s success as it emerges from a challenging year. According to ACT Research’s outlook for 2026, released on November 21, freight carriers are shifting their focus towards efficiency, util

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Financial & Insurance Insights

Credit Ratings Update for Dakota Truck Underwriters and First Dakota Indemnity After Maine Employers’ Mutual Acquisition

OLDWICK, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AM Best has announced that the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) for Dakota Truck Underwriters (DTU) and First Dakota Indemnity Company (FDI), both based in Sioux Falls, SD and collectively known as the

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Truck & Equipment Talk

City Truck Equipment Unveils New Standalone Upfitting Brand

KANSAS CITY, Mo., November 17, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)– City Rent a Truck has launched its new sister company, City Truck Equipment, specializing in comprehensive upfitting services to create high-quality, ready-to-use truck builds. Originally established as an in-house solution to address delays and q

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Financial & Insurance Insights

Your Essential Guide to 2025

If you operate a truck for work purposes, particularly a semitruck, it’s essential to get the correct insurance coverage. The MarketWatch Guides team will define truck insurance, outline its costs, and suggest some of the best auto insurance companies for obtaining truck insurance. Key Insights Cost

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Driver Lifestyle & Health

Igandan Workers Driving Success at German Trucking School

To address the shortage of drivers, the German School of Truck Driving (GSTD) was established as a vocational training center in Kampala, Uganda. Challenges Facing the German Trucking Sector The German trucking industry is a key component of Europe’s transportation system, dealing with substantial v

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