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PHOENIX – Optimal Truck Stops on the Road Choosing the best truck stops varies based on individual needs. Trucker Path, a mobile application, recently revealed its annual rankings of truck stops, highlighting offerings and customer service. Over a million drivers using the app selected the top truck
Steven Cadena Joins Alliant – Steven Cadena has joined Alliant Insurance Services, bringing over ten years of experience in commercial trucking insurance from Laredo, Texas, focusing on cross-border transportation companies. Acquisition Announcement – On February 12, 2026, Alliant Insurance Services
William York’s Journey in Trucking NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — At just 14 years old, William York left school to accompany his brother who was a truck driver. “I went along to keep him awake,” York, now 63, shared during a recent chat with The Trucker at an Interstate 40 truck stop. After some time
Following a decade of consistent growth, Hartford Truck Equipment, located in South Windsor, is making a substantial investment of over $8 million for a major expansion. The second-generation distributor of truck equipment is constructing a 53,000-square-foot warehouse behind its headquarters at 95
The latest season of “IRT: Deadliest Roads” from the “Ice Road Truckers” reality-TV series on the History Channel premiered its second episode last night, following a strong debut the week before that attracted 3.4 million viewers. This season features North American drivers, including familiar face
Are the current levels of “financial responsibility” — primarily liability insurance — for carriers too low? This is a question that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has been examining since a report released in April indicated that the existing $750,000 minimum is inadequate
India’s Trucking Inefficiencies and BlackBuck’s Rise India’s logistics sector faces significant inefficiencies, impacting the overall economy. BlackBuck, a startup focused on digitizing freight and logistics in India, has achieved unicorn status after securing fresh funding. Funding and Growth A $67
Winter Preparations for Truck Drivers Though winter technically begins on December 21, many regions in North America are already facing harsh weather conditions. While the majority can remain at home to avoid the snowy and icy roads, truck drivers are often required to keep driving. Essential Emerge
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. › The Nuss Collection, located in Rochester, Minnesota, is a non-profit museum dedicated to vintage trucks. It showcases a remarkable selection of historical construction vehicles from the early 1900s. Established by Bob Nuss, whose truck equipment busine
