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Intimidating Beginnings The sign read “Professional Drivers Only,” which felt a bit daunting. At a truck stop in Effingham, Illinois, I found gruff-looking individuals donning camo hats and intense gazes at the counter of the Iron Skillet Restaurant. Unexpected Conversations However, these long-haul
Trucking updates and briefs for Monday, May 16, 2022: FMCSA Informs Congress: Insurance Industry Hindering Increased Requirements This month, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) presented a report to Congress highlighting that the lack of transparency within the insurance industr
Grassroots Organizer Wins Goldman Prize for Environmental Activism Andrea Vidaurre, a grassroots activist from the heavily polluted Inland Empire region of southern California, has received the esteemed Goldman Prize for her efforts in promoting environmental change. Her successful campaign targeted
(NewsNation) — The FBI’s “Highway Serial Killings Initiative” indicates that over the past few decades, at least 850 homicides in the United States are suspected to be linked to long-haul truck drivers. On NewsNation’s “Elizabeth Vargas Reports,” Frank Figliuzzi, a former assistant director of the F
Partnership for Electric Bucket Truck Terex Utilities has teamed up with Mack Trucks to develop an electric bucket truck. Terex has equipped the Mack MD7 Electric chassis with its Optima HR55 aerial device, which is powered by the HyPower SmartPTO by Viatec. Enhanced Performance Features The truck b
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has expressed his concerns regarding the possibility of violence at the upcoming protest on Parliament Hill organized by truckers and supporting groups. In a discussion with The Canadian Press, Trudeau remarked that the so-called “freedom convoy” has evolved beyond mere
The Health Risks of Truck Driving Truck driving is widely recognized as one of the least healthy jobs in the U.S. due to the detrimental effects of unhealthy work environments and adverse working patterns. Many drivers face a variety of health issues throughout their careers, including obesity, slee
Paccar and Ryder Anticipate Increased Truck Purchases Due to EPA Emissions Update Paccar and Ryder System have highlighted a significant emissions update from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that is expected to lead to a surge in the purchasing of older trucks. The EPA’s phase three greenh
Trucking can be a rewarding profession, with drivers earning upwards of $60,000 annually depending on factors like load type, mileage, experience, and licensing. If you’re considering entering the field or are an experienced driver looking for new opportunities, you likely want to know about the hig
