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Service Truck Bodies Market Analysis The Service Truck Bodies Market is currently experiencing significant changes due to various factors, including supply chain disruptions, fluctuating fuel prices, and geopolitical tensions stemming from the US-Iran conflict. These developments are altering procur
New Legislation in Indiana Aimed at CDL Reform In a focus on enhancing public safety, two Indiana Republicans have proposed legislation to reform the commercial driving licensing system and prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs). Introducing “Dalilah’s Law” Rep
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has recognized Oleksandr Tkachuk as a TCA Highway Angel for his prompt action in providing CPR during a roadside medical emergency. Tkachuk, who hails from Edmonton, Alberta, is a driver for Trimac Transportation based in Calgary, Alberta, C
Knapheide Opens Retail Facility in Charleston Area MONCKS CORNER— On April 23, Knapheide Truck Equipment Company held an event to welcome new customers to its Charleston-area facility. The celebration included a catered lunch, promotional bags, and a setup similar to a convention, featuring supplier
The Struggles of the Trucking Industry in 2019 2019 was a challenging year for trucking companies, with the industry overall failing to turn a profit. This downturn was primarily due to excess capacity introduced to the market in 2017 and 2018, followed by a significant slowdown in freight demand in
Some operators want permission to use bus lanes in heavy city traffic. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi Fuel Shortage Impact on Consumers Dave Boyce, the chief executive of the NZ Trucking Association, warns that the true burden of the current fuel shortage has yet to be felt by consumers. The trucking i
Grandview Speedway’s Exciting Triple-Header Event After hosting three successful racing events this season, Grandview Speedway is set to kick off its first triple-header program this Saturday night. Race Schedule and Series Information The event on Saturday, May 2, falls under the NASCAR Local Racin
Dive Brief: The FMCSA’s updated driver training regulations for heavy commercial trucks will be implemented on Monday, following a delay that states requested to better prepare. The Entry-Level Driver Training rule applies to individuals seeking a Class A or B CDL. Those who do not receive training
Greg McDermand, RT of Phoenix Sleep Solutions, guides commercial truck drivers and fleet managers in the testing, treatment, and ongoing management of obstructive sleep apnea, fostering mutual understanding between the trucking and sleep medicine sectors. Interview by Sree Roy | Photography by Cathy
