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The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström was stuck in snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing it as the worst weather he has faced in his 30-year career. Nordström, who has been operating his own road freight business since the 1990s, mistakenly believ
Scania Confirms Cyber Attack on Insurance Division Swedish heavy vehicle manufacturer Scania has acknowledged that cybercriminals have successfully infiltrated its insurance and financial services division. As a part of the Volkswagen Group, Scania is a well-known manufacturer of large trucks, buses
George Wilson reminisces about his small eight-foot-by-eight-foot home. It contained two beds, two dogs, and a compact kitchen. Lacking a stove, he would prepare hot dogs for himself and his wife using the microwave. His German Shepherd, Toby Won Kenobi—named after a character from Star Wars—enjoyed
Public Assistance Needed in Truck Theft Case SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying suspects linked to the theft of a pickup truck that occurred last weekend in Far North Bexar County. According to deputies, surveillance camera footage fr
Niclas Nordström, a self-employed truck driver, found himself stranded by snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for a grueling 20 hours during a severe blizzard on Wednesday and Thursday, describing the conditions as the worst he has faced in his 30-year career, according to The Local. Having operated his o
If your mobile food business operates from a trailer, the Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) is a viable option to consider. For those using a food trailer as opposed to a truck, FLIP might be beneficial. It includes a specific endorsement for food trailers, providing general liability coverage
Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Among Drivers A recent study indicated that nearly half (49%) of commercial motor vehicle drivers may be at risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The research revealed that drivers with undiagnosed and untreated sleep apnea face an increased likelihood of being invo
Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue has closely examined the trucking aftermarket’s dynamics, highlighting trends in parts pricing, supply chain difficulties, and e-commerce insights shared by Dave Kalvelage, a client consultant and senior market analyst at MacKay & Company. Here are the key insights fr
Self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström found himself ensnared by heavy snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for a staggering 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing it as the most severe weather he has faced in his three-decade career. Having operated his own road freight business since the 199
