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The Future of Construction The construction industry faces significant challenges, but Renegade Truck Equipment is built to endure demanding tasks and tight budgets. Impact of Tariffs You may have encountered reports and analyses indicating that recent tariff increases by the federal government coul
Mandatory Accident Cover for Truck Drivers The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is advocating for an amendment to the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988. The proposed changes aim to mandate a personal accident insurance coverage of at least ₹1.5 million (approximately $18.9k) for truck driver
Survey Reveals Chronic Disease Risks Among Truck Drivers Truck drivers, according to a survey from NIOSH, are more likely to smoke and have other high-risk factors — like hypertension, high cholesterol and obesity — for chronic diseases. A recent study involving nearly 1,700 long-haul truck drivers
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Small trucking companies are employing strategies focused on cost control, building customer relationships, and selective technology adoption to survive. Emerging from a 27-month recession, the previous two years have been particularly challenging for all fleets, with medium and small carriers feeli
Public Health Alert Issued in Queensland Queensland Health has announced a public health alert for contact tracing locations in Archerfield and Goondiwindi following a positive COVID-19 test from a truck driver who traveled from New South Wales. Infectious Period The truck driver entered Queensland
Alert from the Better Business Bureau The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning to consumers regarding a nationwide scheme that involves the online impersonation of a legitimate heavy equipment dealer from Missouri. Details of the Scam In a notice released on July 24, 2025, the BBB highl
American Trucking Associations Partners with Sentry Insurance Washington – The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has announced that Sentry Insurance, a mutual insurer specializing in transportation coverage, has renewed its status as a Featured Product provider for an additional three years. This
Truck Driver’s Frustration with Medical Exam Delays Mark Swan, an experienced commercial truck driver with over three decades in the field, anticipated a standard processing routine after submitting his mandatory medical exam last summer. However, he was surprised when he later checked his driver’s
