Truck News

Trump had pledged to lower gasoline prices to below $2 a gallon, but almost two years into his presidency the fuel’s retail cost has averaged $3.47 a gallon.

Pilot and Tesla opened heavy-duty electric truck charging sites at travel centers in Georgia and California in October.

Wyoming officials are restricting truck traffic over Teton Pass in the western part of the state to drivers who complete a self-certified safety program.

U.S. trailer orders were boosted to triple-digit percentage growth amid seasonal factors and a delayed order cycle in September.

The suspension of Georgia’s current per-gallon motor fuel excise tax of 37.3 cents for diesel and 33.3 cents for gasoline extends through Nov. 30.

Timely customer service responses and proactive communication are growing in importance for shippers in the LTL space as the freight market rebound continues.

The freight market gained some momentum in September, as shrinking capacity helped offset flat demand and pressure from fuel costs.

Jackson has been AutoZone’s CFO since January 2021, with responsibility for finance and store development. He also will be an executive vice president at FedEx.

The joint operations targeting truckers at a California state Route 86 checkpoint during August and September were announced by Customs and Border Protection.

As I begin my service as chairman of ATA, I take on the responsibility of putting our collective strength to work for the people who keep America moving, writes Derek Leathers.