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November 3, 2022

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Leathers named as new ATRI chairman

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) announced a new chairman on Nov. 1. Derek Leathers, CEO, president, and chairman of Werner Enterprises will step ...

November 2, 2022

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Trade associations send letter to White House on possible railway strike

A railway strike would not bode well for the United States. With negotiations for labor agreements between freight railways and two large union groups ...

November 2, 2022

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Diesel prices across U.S. drop

Diesel prices are a hot topic for the trucking industry. The issue was rated in the top 10 list of the American Transportation Research ...

November 2, 2022

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Tech and defensive driving techniques: Combating distracted driving

Distracted driving is a widespread issue, and for truck drivers who make a career out of driving, it poses serious threats. A seasoned truck ...

November 1, 2022

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FMCSA extends hours of service after Ian

Hurricane Ian devastated Southwest Florida after making landfall on Sept. 28. Anticipating the need that would have to be met, the Federal Motor Carrier ...

November 1, 2022

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Weather tech advances and driver safety takes priority

As severe weather events increase in frequency and intensity, leaders in the trucking industry are focusing their attention on monitoring weather forecasts before sending ...

November 1, 2022

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The reason behind surging U.S. fuel prices

Diesel prices are among the trucking industry’s top concerns. After an upward climb of prices throughout October, the issue was ranked as a top ...

October 31, 2022

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Truck driver named Highway Angel after heroic rescue

Highway angels are truck drivers who go out of their way to extend kindness, generosity, courage, and support while they’re on the job. The ...

October 31, 2022

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FMCSA’s Women of Trucking board investigates crime prevention

The Women of Trucking advisory board is a recent addition to the Federal Motor Carrier Administration (FMCSA). The board, made up of 16 women, ...

October 31, 2022

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Going green: School districts awarded $1 billion for electric buses

An aim of the Biden administration is to speed up a countrywide transition to electric, or zero-emission, vehicles to relieve air pollution. To further ...