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End of a Long Partnership Averitt’s three-decade collaboration with Mercedes-Benz will result in the loss of 200 trucking jobs in Alabama as of New Year’s Eve. Contract Conclusion The agreement between Averitt and Mercedes-Benz in Vance, Alabama, is set to conclude on December 31st. This will lead t
Apollo Tyres Launches Healthcare App for Truck Drivers Apollo Tyres has introduced the Swasth Saarthi app, a mobile healthcare application aimed at offering medical assistance to truck drivers while they are on the move. This launch coincides with the celebration of 25 years of the company’s Healthc
Kodiak AI and Aurora Innovation reached important milestones in Q3 in preparation for possible large-scale deployment in 2026. According to Global Market Insights, the global market for autonomous trucks is expected to increase from $356.9 billion in 2024 to $1.5 trillion by 2034. The sector is gain
Investigation into Fatal Collision Officials announced on Friday that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) plans to interview the pickup truck driver involved in a tragic accident with a church van in the Texas Hill Country, which resulted in the deaths of thirteen individuals from the bu
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Truck driving poses challenges both physically and mentally. This can lead to higher rates of obesity and diabetes in long-haul drivers compared to other professions. It’s essential to prioritize the health and wellness of your independent drivers, as this not only benefits them but also enhances yo
Harbinger’s Series C Funding Round Harbinger has successfully secured $160 million in its Series C funding round, co-led by FedEx, Capricorn’s Technology Impact Fund, and THOR Industries. This funding will aid the medium-duty electric vehicle manufacturer in ramping up production and gearing up for
Rethinking Stereotypes About Truckers Anne Balay, who holds degrees from the University of Chicago, has firsthand experience working as both a mechanic and a truck driver. In her book Semi Queer, she expresses her affinity for the unique mental state that long-haul driving provides: “I love that fee
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