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Truck Drivers Urged to Combat Ebola Spread The Uganda Drivers Association is urging long-haul transporters to actively participate in efforts to curb the spread of Ebola. They emphasize that the frequent cross-border travels of drivers not only heighten their risk of infection but also position them
Planned Disruption by Truck Drivers Forum The All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa (ATDF-ASA) has announced intentions to disrupt transport and logistics along key national routes, particularly the N3 and N2 in KwaZulu-Natal, this Saturday. Impact of the Planned Protest The Forum aims to
Tow Truck Driver in Canada Rescues Stranded Moose A tow truck driver from Saskatchewan, Canada, is gaining attention online for his heroic act of rescuing a moose trapped in ice during a routine service call. Clint Gottinger, the owner of Rebel Towing, discovered the moose near a junction not far fr
If you visit a truck dealer lot today, you’ll notice something not seen in years: real inventory. There’s a lineup of trucks available, with options and prices that seem surprisingly low in comparison to used equipment in 2022 and 2023, as if a window had been left open. This influx is tied to the F
ATA Urges Reevaluation of NOx Standards Washington – The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has reached out to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), requesting a reassessment of the heavy-duty nitrogen oxide (NOx) standards to prevent significant operational hurdles for the trucking sect
Support for Truck Drivers in Brownstown, Illinois BROWNSTOWN, Ill. — Mark Hewett believes that forming friendships is essential for counseling men. This philosophy underpins the mission of the Association of Christian Truckers, where Hewett serves as a minister. Established in 1976, this nonprofit o
Origins of Drive-By Truckers Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley, the founding members of Drive-By Truckers, started the band in 1986 while living in Athens, Georgia. They took on shared responsibilities as co-singers, guitarists, and songwriters. Hood was heavily influenced by Southern music, growing up
ATA praises new rule aimed at enhancing training and job opportunities in trucking. ATA Commends New Workforce Pell Grant Rule WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations has expressed support for the U.S. Department of Education’s final rule that introduces the “Workforce Pell Grant” program. T
From Trucker to Health Advocate Bob Perry felt destined for a life in trucking, shaped by a family legacy of over 60 years of combined driving experience. Born in northeast Ohio, he joined the family tradition in 1972, taking the wheel of his first truck. However, after a year of driving, Bob realiz
