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Grandview Speedway Prepares for New Season with Open Practice Grandview Speedway is gearing up for the upcoming racing season by organizing an open practice session to mark the start of the 2026 season. This Saturday, March 28, the traditional free practice session will be open to all racing divisio
The Burden of Rising Auto Insurance Costs in New York New Yorkers are increasingly feeling the pressure of an affordability crisis that continually drives up the costs of groceries, fuel, and commuting. While housing and inflation often dominate public discourse, a significant factor contributing to
The Ambuja Cement Foundation has addressed a significant health challenge faced by truck drivers through a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, with support from Apollo Tyres Foundation. Their efforts, from problem identification to project execution, have instilled true meaning in the
Expansion of Veteran Programs in Trucking Advocated by American Trucking Associations Washington – During a recent hearing by the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, the American Trucking Associations (ATA) called on Congress members to broaden essential programs that assis
Marcus Kurtz: A Legacy on the Road When asked about his job, Marcus Kurtz would likely mention that he transports fresh and frozen food to the Midwest for Brent Miller Trucking based in Allenwood, Pennsylvania. However, that’s just a fraction of his journey. Along with his cargo, he carries 25 years
2025 Driver of the Year Award Announcement LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has named Kathy Blaies, a professional carhauler with United Road, as the recipient of the 2025 Driver of the Year Award, sponsored by Walmart. Recognition for Excellence “Kathy was chosen for her si
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TJ Kounkel: A Legacy of Farming and Trucking MERRILL, Iowa — In many families, farming and trucking are cherished traditions, and for TJ Kounkel’s family, both professions are deeply rooted. They manage 2,000 acres of corn and soybeans in northwest Iowa while also running a livestock-hauling operati
Koffie Insurance Secures $11M in Series A Funding Koffie Insurance, an InsurTech startup catering to the trucking and transportation industry, has successfully raised $11 million in its Series A funding round. The round was led by Anthemis Group, with participation from existing investors Lerer Hipp
