Authorities in Wisconsin are investigating an early Monday morning collision that claimed the life of a teenager. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. on June 19 in Lafayette County, Wisconsin.Authorities say that siblings Fannie King, 19, and Samuel King, 30, were traveling in an “Amish open-style buggy” pulled by one horse east on Wis. 81 ...more
Crews worked to separate two semi trucks smashed together on the side of Interstate 80 on Tuesday morning. The accident happened on June 20th in Richmond, California at around 1:30 a.m. on I-80 at the westbound Potrero Avenue off ramp. The California Highway Patrol reports that the truck hauling sugar rear ended the truck hauling carnival ...more
For growing carriers, having efficient truck dispatch software is essential for managing fleets, optimizing operations, and winning more high-paying loads (especially for dedicated lanes). Depending on your size, growth trajectory, and focus, you will want to carefully vet the right provider for you – not all software is created equal, and different providers have different ...more
How much does it cost to keep a happy truck driver? As low as $5/month – that’s a big deal at a low cost! Company-provided SiriusXM subscription services will give your truck drivers endless entertainment for all the miles ahead. Making just a small investment can be highly beneficial for both your drivers and your ...more
Due to oak’s natural resistance to rot, laminated oak flooring is the most popular choice for commercial over-the-road dry van freight trailers. However, even with the natural characteristics of oak, the wood can still be damaged over time. The constant onslaught of road debris like sand and rocks, as well as exposure to moisture and ...more
Image A jackpot justice system has caused nuclear verdicts against trucking companies to escalate. In fact, nuclear verdicts—those verdicts over $10 million—against trucking companies have skyrocketed 967% in the last 15 years, according to research from the American Transportation Research Institute. “That is pretty frightening. These verdicts outpace increases in health care costs and inflation,” ...more
In 2022, records indicated 13 wrong-way crashes in Connecticut that resulted in 23 deaths. (Connecticut Department of Transportation) High-tech countermeasures against Connecticut’s burgeoning 550% jump in wrong-way crashes will result from a law Gov. Ned Lamont enacted to install new alert systems statewide on 120 highway exit ramps. Frequently resulting in fatalities due to high ...more
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (right) listens as President Joe Biden speaks about the Interstate 95 highway collapse after an aerial tour of the site. (Manuel Balce Ceneta/Associated Press) PHILADELPHIA — The collapsed stretch of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia will reopen within two weeks, Pennsylvania’s governor said June 17, after joining President Joe Biden on a ...more
A Florida deputy’s body cam captured the officer’s life-saving actions after finding a dump truck driver slumped over in his seat. The officer saw the dump truck run off of Interstate 95 and hit a guardrail near Oak Hill, Florida on Wednesday, June 14th at about 6 p.m. The officer then went over to check ...more
An Arkansas Sheriff recently shared a story about how the trucking community showed up to support a five year old trucking enthusiast. On Saturday, June 17, Greene County Sheriff’s Department – Sheriff Brad Snyder (GCSO) took to social media to commend the trucking community for showing up for a Make-A-Wish event for a local youth ...more
