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Promotion Announcement at Great American Insurance Group Great American Insurance Group, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, has named Randal M. Smith as the divisional president of its Trucking Division. Smith’s Career Path Smith started his tenure with Great American in 1992. After a brief departure to c
Vehicles on Interstate 55 in Illinois. EPA’s final rule mandates that 30% of “heavy-heavy-duty vocational” trucks must be zero-emission by 2032. (Illinois Department of Transportation) [Stay updated on transportation news: Subscribe to TTNews in your inbox.] The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EP
Shipping Challenges for Retailers Retailers are currently grappling with a shipping crisis, as the trucking industry struggles to meet demand. Truck Driver Shortage According to the American Trucking Associations, the nation is facing a deficit of approximately 50,000 truck drivers, which is impacti
Addressing Mental Health in Trucking DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Truck drivers and the trucking industry leaders are recognizing and tackling the distinct challenges posed by their profession, including feelings of loneliness, the effects of a sedentary lifestyle, and prolonged separation from family and
IVCC’s Truck Driver Training Program Celebrates 25 Years Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) is marking the 25th anniversary of its Truck Driver Training Program with an open house, featuring newly installed driving simulators, the main campus headquarters, and its truck fleet. Event Details Th
Trucking Challenges – February 3, 2014 KERRY O’BRIEN, PRESENTER: Welcome to Four Corners and our initial program for 2014. KERRY O’BRIEN: After returning from summer breaks, many will share experiences of encounters on the road with hasty truck drivers, involving tailgating and other alarming behavi
Addressing Insurance Challenges in the Trucking Industry For fleet owners and operators, managing insurance challenges is a critical issue. Increased premiums, liability claims, and disputes over cargo insurance create significant financial risks for trucking firms. (Photo: iStock) The number of tra
As the new Congress begins, ATA Chairman Dennis Dellinger took to Capitol Hill to advocate for significant increases in funding for the nation’s transportation infrastructure. Dellinger spoke to the House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highway & Transit, addressing a broad array of
Jeff Runions: Embracing the Future of Trucking Nearly 40 years ago, Jeff Runions embarked on his trucking career with dreams of achieving the American dream. Over time, he has experienced the industry in various roles, including independent owner-operator, full-time company driver, parts manager, an
