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High-risk profession: trucking leads the deadliest occupations in the USA

The transportation and movement of materials in general claimed 1,369 lives. The most affected area of all those measured. Transportation is the sector with the highest number of deaths, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The data was extracted from the National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries in 2022 and demonstrates not only the […]

Volvo’s FH Electric, Truck of the Year 2024

Volvo’s FH Electric pioneering the future of sustainable trucking Volvo Trucks’ FH Electric heavy truck was honored with the prestigious title of “International Truck of the Year for 2024” at a ceremony held during the Solutrans Transport Show in Lyon, France. This annual recognition is awarded to a truck introduced to the market in the […]

Challenges and Advancements in the Adoption of Electric Trucks in 2023

The year 2023 witnessed significant challenges and notable advancements in the adoption of battery electric trucks Throughout 2023, the adoption of battery electric trucks experienced slower growth than anticipated, facing challenges in demand and infrastructure, according to executives from original equipment manufacturers. Rakesh Aneja from Daimler Truck North America emphasized the need for technological advancements, […]

What speed would Santa Claus need to visit all the houses on the planet and what would happen to him?

He would require such powerful power and the consumption of so much fuel that the trip would be extremely expensive to begin with. Have you ever wondered what Santa would actually have to do to reach all the children’s homes in the world? How fast should the famous sleigh travel to deliver so many gifts […]

No, it’s no!: FMCSA issued an advisory regarding sexual assaults committed in a CMV

FMCSA issued an advisory regarding sexual assaults committed in a CMV.

Trucking companies fined for violating California environmental laws

The EPA took enforcement actions under the Clean Air Act against Capurro Trucking and Republic Services Capurro Trucking and Republic Services, two interstate companies operating heavy truck fleets in California, have reached a legal settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) after being accused of violating California legislation. The accusations include the failure to […]

Nikola’s ex-CEO, Trevor Milton, sentenced to 4 years for deceptive practices

Milton was sentenced to four years in prison for participating in product and technology development fraud at Nikola Corporation Former Executive Chairman and CEO of Nikola Corporation, Trevor Milton, has been sentenced to four years in prison by U.S. District Judge Edgardo Ramos for engaging in securities and wire fraud regarding the development of products […]

From the truck to the stage: five drivers who crossed film and music

Elvis was told in a casting that he better continue with trucks. Stories of drivers who marked generations. Actors and great musicians began their working lives in trucks and shared a generation with other drivers who had the luxury, for example, of meeting Elvis at a stop or with Sean Connery at the occasional meal. […]

Ford to reduce production of F-150 Lighting

The EV market prices and irregularities takes a toll at the company Ford Motor Co. announced through a statement to its suppliers that the company has decided to halve the planned production volumes for its electric F-150 Lightning in 2024, due to the decline in demand for electric vehicle models. According to the statement, Ford […]

The strangest insurance policies in the world: from abductions to people dying of laughter

Did you know that there is a policy that protects you in case you conceive an alien? Or that those abandoned at the altar have a backup? There are insurance agencies in the world and in the United States that are, to say the least, strange. Some fit into the most complex minds, but, surprisingly, […]