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1 week ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
Kenworth, FASTPORT and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring our Heroes initiative are continuing the search for America’s top rookie military veteran driver who has successfully transitioned to the trucking industry following military service. “Under the “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” recognition program, Kenworth will provide the grand prize for the 10th consecutive year,” Kenworth said in a media release.”Army veteran Corey Troxell took home the grand prize in 2024.
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2 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
Washington — The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is congratulating the leadership of the House of Representatives for advancing a landmark tax reform package that will help boost the economy and strengthen the supply chain. “Trucking is the backbone of our economy, employing over 8.5 million Americans. Trucking is also a small business industry, with over 95% of fleets operating ten trucks or fewer,” said Henry Hanscom, ATA’s senior vice president of legislative affairs.
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2 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
WASHINGTON — Trucking activity in the United States slipped again in April as the freight market remained choppy early in the second quarter. Specifically, truck freight tonnage decreased 0.3% after contracting 1.5% in March, according to the American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index.
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2 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
WASHINGTON — As the rights of independent contractors increasingly come under assault from state and federal policymakers, the American Trucking Associations’ vice president of workforce policy, Nathan Mehrens, testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday to advocate for protections for independent truckers. “In trucking, being an IC puts an individual in the driver’s seat—both figuratively and literally,” Mehrens said.
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3 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
OMAHA, Neb. — Werner Enterprises Inc. is announcing the appointment of M. Gayle Packer to its board of directors to fill a Class III directorship vacancy. “We’re pleased to welcome Gayle to our Board,” said Derek Leathers, chairman and CEO. “She brings a strong track record in leadership, company expansion and integration, client service, safety and innovation.
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3 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
ISAAC Instruments is announcing its platform with satellite communication has been approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for use by motor carriers hauling military shipments requiring enhanced surveillance capabilities. “ISAAC is honored to achieve this certification and considers it a tremendous privilege to be a trusted technology partner by the U.S. Department of Defense,” said Jacques DeLarochelliere, ISAAC’s CEO, co-founder.
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3 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
AUSTIN, Texas —The Teamsters are calling on Texas lawmakers to pass House Bill 4402 (HB 4402), legislation requiring trained human operators in autonomous vehicles (AVs), following its passage out of the Texas House Committee on Transportation. “Requiring a human operator in a driverless truck isn’t unreasonable — it’s common sense,” said Brent Taylor, president of Teamsters Joint Council 80 in Dallas and southern region international vice president.
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3 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
IRVINE, Calif. — Phillips Industries is announcing the availability of three new aftermarket installation kits for the Phillips REAR-VU Camera. “REAR-VU helps customers manage risk, minimize backing incidents and allows commercial drivers to operate more safely,” Phillips said in a press release. “The new Phillips REAR-VU Camera installation kits are designed to meet the needs of every fleet, install easily, and run seamlessly on any Class 8 truck or trailer.
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3 weeks ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Spot truckload freight volumes declined in April, a sign that tariff-related stockpiling, a slowdown in manufacturing, and general seasonality contributed to reduced demand for trucking services, according to DAT Freight & Analytics. This is in stark contrast to March volumes. “The market feels frozen,” said Ken Adamo, chief of analytics at DAT. “April brought the usual seasonal opportunities in produce and construction materials.
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1 month ago | 
thetrucker.com | Dana Guthrie
WASHINGTON — According to the American Trucking Associations, a broad coalition representing more than 350 trucking fleets, shippers, and supporters of freight movement are urging congress to extend the ‘Section 40A’ Biodiesel Blenders’ Tax Credit (BTC) to lower supply chain costs and protect consumers from inflationary pressures on all goods moved by truck.
