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Source: (Iowa 80 Museum) A 1925 Kenworth KS 3-Ton is currently being featured at the Iowa 80 Trucking Museum as part of the 100 Years of Trucking event

February 11, 2025

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Historic 1925 Kenworth Takes the Spotlight at Iowa 80 Trucking Museum

The Iowa 80 Trucking Museum in Walcott, Iowa, is celebrating a century of trucking with a show-stopping centerpiece—a meticulously preserved 1925 Kenworth KS 3-Ton ...

Louisiana ramped up efforts to combat human trafficking with a large-scale trucking enforcement blitz. State police and DOTD officers conducted thorough inspections, utilizing advanced air support technology to identify potential trafficking risks within commercial vehicles.

February 11, 2025

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Louisiana Targets Human Trafficking with Comprehensive Trucking Enforcement Blitz

Multiple entities in Louisiana joined forces to conduct a large-scale enforcement operation targeting commercial vehicles, with a specific focus on combating human trafficking. This ...

: Logistics Plus recognizes six top LTL carriers for their exceptional performance in 2024, with Pitt Ohio, Estes Express, Ward Transport, Dayton Freight, RIST Transport, and Lake Erie Trucking taking home prestigious awards.

February 11, 2025

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Six LTL Carriers Honored by Logistics Plus with 2024 Awards

Logistics Plus Inc. has recognized six leading less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers for their outstanding performance and valuable partnerships in 2024. Celebrating LTL Carrier Excellence “This ...

Learn the history behind the Jake Brake, its mechanics, and why it's named after Jacobs Vehicle Systems. Find out how this innovation reshaped trucking and enhanced safety.

February 10, 2025

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Ever Wonder Why It’s Called a Jake Brake? Here’s the Answer!

If you’ve ever navigated steep descents in your rig, you’re likely familiar with the distinctive roar of the Jake Brake. But have you ever ...

Join us for the MATS 2025 Opening Reception on March 27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center! Enjoy networking, entertainment, bourbon tasting, live music, and more, all while supporting the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund.

February 10, 2025

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MATS Opening Reception Brings Networking, Entertainment & More for 2025

The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is excited to announce the return of its much-anticipated Opening Reception for the 2025 event. Mark your calendars for ...

Army veteran Darryl Hammond has been selected to drive Maverick Transportation’s prestigious “Salute” truck, honoring military service. With nearly two decades at Maverick, Hammond has mentored 59 drivers and was named Dedicated Driver of the Year in 2022.

February 10, 2025

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Army Veteran Darryl Hammond Selected to Drive Maverick Transportation’s Tribute Salute Truck

Maverick Transportation has once again extended its prestigious “Salute” truck honor to recognize the contributions of a military veteran. This year, the privilege has ...

Paccar is recalling over 5,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks due to a defect that may disable hazard lights and instrument panel brightness adjustment. Learn which models are affected and how to resolve the issue.

February 10, 2025

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Paccar Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Over Hazard Light Issues

Paccar has issued a recall for thousands of Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks across various models due to a defect that may render their hazard ...

Join us at the Recruitment & Retention Conference in Nashville, Feb 19-21, 2024! Visit TDUSA’s Booth #22 to meet the team, book a meeting, and enter to win Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. Don’t miss our workshop on using social media to boost driver recruitment and retention!

February 7, 2025

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Visit TDUSA’s Booth at the Upcoming Recruitment & Retention Conference in Nashville for a Chance to Win Rayban Smart Glasses

The Annual Recruitment and Retention Conference is coming up, and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of it! Taking place from February ...

) This 2024 Peterbilt 389 from Davis Bros. Designs won the top prize in the 2024 MATS Big Rig Build-Off. Brian and Tom Davis will return to defend their title with a new build in this year's competition.

February 7, 2025

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Five Custom Truck Builders Face Off for $25K in 2025 MATS Build-Off

Defending the Title at the Big Rig Build-Off The 2025 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is gearing up for an exciting showdown, as five of ...

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is seeking input from truck drivers on parking challenges at public rest areas. Take the Public Truck Parking Driver Survey to help identify effective solutions for increasing parking availability at state-managed facilities.

February 7, 2025

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Survey Seeks Trucker Input on Parking Challenges at Public Rest Areas

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is reaching out to truck drivers to gather crucial insights on the challenges related to truck parking at ...