Trucking Industry News & Notes
Two of the Worst States for Business Target Truckers with Tolls
Posted Wednesday, 31 October 2018 15:52 Ranked among the worst states for taxes and business, Rhode Island recently took a wrong turn by leveling truck-only tolls and now neighboring Connecticut may follow them down this unfortunate road. But targeting the trucking industry should come as no surprise. Rhode Island and Connecticut continually rank at or near…
According to a story reported from the Idaho State Journal, a Missouri trucker was beaten and left for dead at an Idaho truck stop, and authorities could use your help apprehending the suspects. In the early morning hours of Labor Day weekend, Amos Phillips had just returned to his truck…
Truck driving salaries continue to rise in the booming U.S. economy, and there is no indication that pay increases will slow down anytime soon. A growing truck driver shortage, soaring GDP and the country enjoying the best employment numbers in decades has formed a perfect storm benefiting truckers. These and…
According to a story from the Tampa Bay Times, a profesional driver from Florida has been awarded more than $3,000,000 as a result of a 2016 crash that took place when an oncoming truck driver drifted into his lane. The crash left 49-year old Joel Capote with multiple fractures and…
On Wednesday, October 3, the Supreme Court listened to arguments from the attorneys of professional OTR driver, Dominic Oliveira and their claim against New Prime, Inc. (Prime Trucking) of Springfield, Missouri. In his argument, Oliveira states that he was paid less than minimum wage and was even charged for working…
The proposed Interstate 14 would run from west Texas across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. A map showing a route for the concept being promoted by its supporters shows it running through the central portions of all five states. It would run from Interstate 10 in west Texas through the Killeen…
The growing economy and driver shortage has placed a difficult burden on America’s truck drivers. Incidents of fatal truck driving accidents and difficult challenges demonstrate that the hard-working men and women of America’s roads and highways take considerable risk. Consider, for a moment, that more than 70 percent of all…
When you're driving a big rig, there are certain things that you cannot escape: truck stop food, meeting interesting characters along your travels and the weather. While each has its unique challenges, the weather is the one unchangeable force that can have the biggest impact on how your trip goes.…
Rhode Island Discriminates Against Trucking Industry with Truck-Only Tolls
Posted Tuesday, 19 June 2018 14:57 Claiming big rigs put an undue burden on Rhode Island roads and bridges, Gov. Gina Raimondo discounted the vital role the trucking industry plays in delivering consumer goods by leveling the nation’s first truck-only tolling stations. Currently up and running on the southern stretches of I-95 south and north, the…
Truck driving jobs mean you live in your truck, and living in your truck means you need to pack it all! The essentials, entertainment options and work related items for a smooth ride. With this checklist, you’ll be able to pack the important stuff! Share this Image On Your Site…
