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Daimler Truck North America Announces Workforce Reductions Daimler Truck North America is set to lay off approximately 2,000 employees due to a drop in truck orders and a shift in strategic direction. On July 11, the company disclosed plans to terminate 573 staff members at its Mount Holly and Gasto
An Illinois truck driver, Alexander Tuttle, has been charged with felony aggravated assault after allegedly sideswiping a man’s pickup truck on the highway near Gillette, Wyoming. The Campbell County Attorney’s Office upgraded Tuttle’s case to felony court, which carries a maximum sentence of 10 yea
Senate Votes Nullify California’s Electric Vehicle Mandates Washington— The American Trucking Associations hailed the recent Senate votes to nullify California’s electric vehicle requirements as a “monumental victory” for the trucking sector, practicality, and consumers across the country. “Californ
Rescued Macaw Wins Hearts Online with Hilarious Language Talking animals have always captured our attention, but not all are as entertaining as some. While many birds stick to safe phrases, there are those that express themselves in more colorful ways. Meet Hendrix, the rescued Macaw known for his o
Major Unreserved Auction Featuring Low-Kilometre Volvo Trucks This week, a significant unreserved auction is set to showcase premium, low-kilometre Volvo trucks and side-tipper trailers, garnering considerable interest from the transport sector. Event Details The online auction, organized by Smith B
Language Proficiency Violations Among Commercial Drivers Last month, numerous commercial vehicle drivers in Wyoming could not demonstrate their ability to read and speak English during interviews with the Wyoming Highway Patrol. Top Violations Identified The Wyoming Highway Patrol – Commercial Carri
On June 12, 2025, President Trump initiated the process of dismantling California’s vehicle emissions standards by signing three Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions. These resolutions revoked California’s waiver under the Clean Air Act, which had previously allowed the state to enforce strict
Finding Strength on the Open Road When author Anne Balay climbed into her first big rig, she felt an empowering sense of strength instead of anger. The towering semis evoke an invincible feeling that few jobs can match. Despite holding a Ph.D. in English from the University of Chicago, Balay struggl
2025 Trucks, Parts, Service Distributor of the Year Award Finalists Announced The finalists for the 2025 Trucks, Parts, Service Distributor of the Year Award include a former winner, two previous finalists, and a couple of newcomers. Sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network, Cummins, Hi
