Rand McNally Releases New Products
ORLANDO, Fla. — Rand McNally announced the availability of the HD 100 device Oct. 22, as well as the new TrueTrack software product to provide fleets better control over routing.
October 22, 2013Best Carrier TMS Software in 2024: How to Choose
Transitioning from basic load board tools or spreadsheets to an advanced, integrated Transportation Management System (TMS) is a critical step for mid-sized truckload carriers aiming to scale effectively and sustain long-term competitiveness.
Graves Says Trucking Prepared for Myriad Political, Business Changes
ORLANDO, Fla. — Bill Graves, president of American Trucking Associations, said the industry will continue to thrive despite facing a growing number of political and operational changes.
October 22, 2013Tidewater Transit, MCO Transport Named Volvo Safety Award Winners
ORLANDO, Fla. — Two trucking fleets based in North Carolina were honored with the 2013 Volvo Truck Safety Award.
October 22, 2013Trucking Adds 1,000 Jobs; Unemployment Rate Dips to 7.2%
The number of trucking jobs in the United States increased in September from August as the overall unemployment rate dipped to 7.2%, the lowest level since November 2008, the Labor Department reported Oct. 22.
October 22, 2013DOD Top Lawyer Tapped to Head DHS
Former Pentagon lawyer Jeh Johnson has been tapped by President Obama to lead the Department of Homeland Security, the Associated Press reported.
October 22, 2013Ryder’s Third-Quarter Income Rises
Ryder System’s third-quarter profit rose 15% to $73.9 million, or $1.40 per share, from $64.3 million, or $1.26, a year ago.
October 22, 2013Freight Industry Leaders Honored by EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency honored 55 freight transportation companies Oct. 22 for their achievements in reducing carbon pollution and other harmful emissions.
October 22, 2013Truck Drivers Halt Work at Port of Oakland
Some truck drivers at the Port of Oakland stopped working Oct. 21 to protest what they called unsafe working conditions and unfair labor practices, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
October 22, 2013ATA Honors Four With ‘Good Stuff’ Awards
ORLANDO, Fla. — American Trucking Associations honored a trucking company, a telematics provider and two state trucking associations for their efforts to promote a positive image of the industry.
October 22, 2013Telogis Updates Navigation Software
ORLANDO, Fla. — Fleet technology vendor Telogis Inc. announced an update and expansion of its in-cab navigation software at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition.
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