CargoNet, a Verisk business specializing in cargo theft prevention and recovery, has released its analysis of cargo theft trends for the third quarter of 2024. The report highlights a significant year-over-year increase in theft incidents and evolving tactics employed by…
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Saia continues expanding; opens new terminals in Ohio and Kentucky
Georgia-based Saia Inc. Monday announced Saia LTL Freight is continuing its expansion with the opening of three new terminals this month. One new facility opened in Akron, Ohio, and two additional terminals are slated to open Oct. 28 in Bowling…
$5,000 fine for trucks using restricted road through national park
The National Park Service is reminding truckers that commercial vehicles are prohibited on US 441/Newfound Gap Road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Violators will be subject to a citation as well as a fine of up to $5,000. Newfound Gap Road…
Smaller trucking companies have larger percentage of women drivers
A recent survey by a leading trucking organization found that the smaller the company, the more women drivers they employ.That is one of the findings of the Women In Trucking Association's recently released 2024-25 WIT Index. In announcing its findings the…
Mack continues support of ATA's safety and veterans programs
Mack Trucks recently announced the continuation of its commitment to highway safety and veteran support through renewed sponsorships of two key American Trucking Associations programs for 2025: Share the Road and Workforce Heroes.This marks the 24th consecutive year of Mack's support…
Small trucking company owns last and only 2025 Peterbilt Model 389X
A family-owned trucking company in Oklahoma now owns an extremely special truck, and a program to aid wounded veterans benefits receives a major donation as a result.Rush Enterprises, Inc. recently announced the winner of their sweepstakes to give away the…
Volvo recalls 2,000 trucks for possible unintended acceleration issue
Volvo Trucks North America recently. announced it is recalling more than 2,000 2022-2024 Volvo VN trucks which may experience unintentional acceleration.According to the National Highway Safety Administration, when the Controller Area Network (CAN) communications are interrupted and the vehicle is in…
Werner honored by American Legion for hiring military veterans
Werner Enterprises, Inc. was recently recognized with the National Award for Outstanding Large Employer of Veterans by the American Legion.Established in 1969, the Veterans Employment and Education Commission's Employer Awards Program honors companies demonstrating exceptional commitment to hiring and supporting veteran…
47 carriers and shippers honored with EPA's SmartWay Excellence Awards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently recognized 47 carriers and freight shippers as industry leaders in supply chain, environmental, and energy efficiency with its annual SmartWay Excellence Awards. The awardees represent the top performing, environmentally responsible SmartWay Partners who move more…
Briefly: I-10 coalition seeks driver input on parking information system
An organization focused on improving truck parking availability along a portion of a major southwest interstate wants to hear from truckers.The I-10 Corridor Coalition is made up of the departments of transportation from California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, and…