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May 19, 2023

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New Alaska Bill Aims to Eliminate One-Year Wait for CDL Applicants

Good news for aspiring commercial drivers in Alaska! The Alaska House of Representatives has unanimously voted to remove the state’s requirement of holding a ...

May 18, 2023

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Pilot Donates $100K in Support of Veterans

In recognition of Military Appreciation Month, Pilot Company has proudly donated $100,000 to Hire Heroes USA. This organization helps veterans and their spouses find ...

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May 18, 2023

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Transportation Safety Systems Remain Secure Despite DOT Data Breach Impacting 237,000 Workers

A data breach has hit the U.S. Transportation Department, specifically its administrative systems. However, the preliminary inquiry found that only software used for employee ...

May 17, 2023

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Ohio Trucker Recognized by State Police for Exceptional Safety Record

Law enforcement isn’t always a truck driver’s favorite sight on the road, but for Yellow LTL Freight driver Anthony Perkins of Lewis Center, Ohio, ...

May 17, 2023

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Peterbilt Motors Launches Its High-End Model with an Epic Show and Spectacular Truck Unveiling

Peterbilt Motors spared no expense when launching their latest model – the Model 589. The highlight of the launch was the exclusive Peterbilt-only Pride ...

May 17, 2023

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ACT Expo Highlights the Priority of Strong EV Charging Infrastructure

At this year’s ACT Expo in Anaheim California, several leading figures in the trucking industry revealed their personal reasons for championing green initiatives. Rakesh ...

May 16, 2023

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Heroic Highway Angel Saves Unconscious Car Crash Victim in Dead of Night

Willie Kouneski, a driver for ABF Freight in Arkansas, has been recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) for his quick thinking and bravery. ...

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May 16, 2023

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PGT Trucking Honored for Safety by the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association

Pennsylvania’s Motor Truck Association has awarded PGT Trucking third place in the 2023 Fleet Safety Awards. PGT also earned the coveted President’s Trophy, an ...

May 16, 2023

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The Driver Shortage Dilemma: Balancing Safety and Supply

Recent data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows steady increases in job opportunities over the past few months. Although initial reports estimated over ...

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May 15, 2023

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ATRI’s 2023 Research Priorities Include Women Drivers and Truck Parking

The American Transportation Research Institute’s (ATRI) Board of Directors has approved the top research priorities for 2023, as identified by the ATRI Research Advisory ...