Trucking News

Labor Day Weekend Poses Heightened Threat for Cargo Thefts in an Already Record-Breaking Year

CargoNet, a product developed by Verisk, has issued a warning about the ongoing surge in criminal activities affecting freight transportation across the continental United States. Recent data reveals that theft reports submitted to CargoNet have reached their second-highest levels of the year. As a result, all professionals involved in supply chain management should be vigilant […]

Labor Day Weekend Poses Heightened Threat for Cargo Thefts in an Already Record-Breaking Year Read More »

Truckers Be Prepared for This Weekend Aerial Enforcement Blitz in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin State Patrol (WSP) is currently engaged in an extensive operation to enforce traffic regulations from the air. This operation will continue throughout the weekend. The Air Support Unit of WSP will be overseeing enforcement activities from the sky on specific roads in anticipation of the upcoming Labor Day holiday, subject to suitable weather

Truckers Be Prepared for This Weekend Aerial Enforcement Blitz in Wisconsin Read More »

Safeguarding Equity: MFN Partners’ Endeavor to Protect Investments in Yellow

A hedge fund that played a significant role in the bankruptcy proceedings of Yellow Corp. is advocating for greater influence for shareholders as the company prepares for its liquidation phase. MFN Partners, which acquired more than 40% ownership in the now-defunct less-than-truckload carrier in July, has communicated its recommendations to the company through a letter.

Safeguarding Equity: MFN Partners’ Endeavor to Protect Investments in Yellow Read More »

Florida Declares State of Emergency Expansion in Anticipation of Approaching Hurricane Idalia

Meteorologists are now predicting that Hurricane Idalia will intensify and transform into a Category 3 storm by the time it reaches the Florida Big Bend region early on Wednesday morning. A considerable population of 13 million residents is currently under either hurricane or tropical storm warnings. According to the latest update from the National Hurricane

Florida Declares State of Emergency Expansion in Anticipation of Approaching Hurricane Idalia Read More »

Survey Reveals Overwhelming Stress Among Truckers in Their Jobs

A recent study shows that most truck drivers perceive their job as demanding both in terms of physical exertion and emotional strain. The research conducted by DAT Freight & Analytics indicates that approximately 75% of participating drivers acknowledged the dual challenges of physical and emotional stress in their profession. However, only a limited number of

Survey Reveals Overwhelming Stress Among Truckers in Their Jobs Read More »

State of Emergency Declared as Tropical Storm Idalia Approaches Hurricane Status, Threatening Florida’s Gulf Coast

A state of emergency has been announced for 33 counties in Florida due to the anticipated transformation of tropical storm Idalia into a hurricane before its arrival on the state’s Gulf Coast. This is likely to occur as early as late Tuesday. As part of the emergency declaration, specific regulations for commercial motor vehicles engaged

State of Emergency Declared as Tropical Storm Idalia Approaches Hurricane Status, Threatening Florida’s Gulf Coast Read More »

Yellow’s Shutdown Sparks Fierce Competition in the LTL Market

The closure of The Yellow Corp. is causing a ripple effect in the less-than-truckload industry as the transportation of goods shifts away from the company’s competitors. The Nashville-headquartered transportation holding firm, which had been in operation for nearly 100 years, ceased its activities on July 30 and subsequently filed for bankruptcy around a week later.

Yellow’s Shutdown Sparks Fierce Competition in the LTL Market Read More »

Unanimous Approval: UPS Workers Ratify New Union Contract for a Stronger Future

The labor agreement between UPS Inc. and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, representing 340,000 employees, has been successfully ratified. This significant development follows a series of negotiations spanning several months, occasionally marked by disagreements, and ushers in a fresh five-year deal that introduces additional advantages for ordinary union members. Having been meticulously worked out earlier

Unanimous Approval: UPS Workers Ratify New Union Contract for a Stronger Future Read More »

Inside the Brake Blitz: A Close Look at What Inspectors are Targeting This Week (VIDEO)

The Louisiana State Police (LSP) have posted an educational video aiming to provide truck drivers with a clearer understanding of the aspects inspectors will focus on in the upcoming Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week. From August 20 to 26, the CVSA Brake Safety Week will be active across the United States, Mexico,

Inside the Brake Blitz: A Close Look at What Inspectors are Targeting This Week (VIDEO) Read More »

Scroll to Top