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Technology and safety in transportation: the truck driver’s perspective

Survey reveals safety technology devices preferred by truck drivers Technology in the transportation industry has not only optimized processes but has also significantly enhanced safety for both vehicles and truck drivers. Fleets continually implement safety equipment to ensure their personnel avoid risky situations. Truck drivers, who use this technology daily, attest to its effectiveness and […]

6 truck stops you have to visit in the United States

These are the 6 most iconic truck stops in the United States. Do you know them? Traveling by road across the United States is an unparalleled experience. The scenery unfolding before you at every turn offers some of the country’s best views. However, in addition to natural landscapes, there are other must-see attractions along these […]

Average age in the transport sector, what do the figures say?

The results of a survey revealed that no truck driver is younger than 34 years old Efforts to integrate young drivers into the trucking industry continue to be unsuccessful. According to a recent report from CCJ in collaboration with Lytx, the ages of truck drivers do not meet the current industry needs. Both in company-employed […]

Lightening traffic congestion: strategies for transporters

While congestion is often unavoidable, there are strategies that can help manage high-traffic areas Urban traffic congestion is a shared concern among all drivers. However, for the road transport industry, it translates into significant delays and losses. According to a recent report from the American Transportation Research Institute, in 2021, these delays left over 460,000 […]

Top for-hire carriers: who’s at the top and who’s disappeared?

The updated list has shown that major trucking companies in North America have faced a prolonged recession Transport Topics publishes a list of the Top 100 leading for-hire carriers, which reports on the growth of these companies in a ranking that analyzes revenues, employee numbers, and fleet size. However, the updated list has shown that […]

Briefs: July fuel tax increases and legislative developments

Upcoming fuel tax hike, trucking bills and average U.S. diesel prices Increase in fuel taxes starting in July Starting July 1st, significant adjustments to fuel tax rates will be implemented across several states in the United States. In California, automatic increases will be introduced to keep pace with inflation, raising the gasoline tax by 1.7 […]

Autonomous transportation: Uber Freight and Aurora’s Premier Autonomy partnership

This program will help carriers improve utilization and business efficiency Premier Autonomy, a program by Aurora Innovation offering Uber Freight carriers early access to over one billion autonomous miles by Aurora through 2030, has been launched in a new collaboration by both companies. This program will integrate autonomous trucks into Uber Freight’s network to help […]

6 trucking companies with competitive salaries

Learn about the trucking companies in the United States that offer the best compensation to their employees In an effort to ensure that truckers are aware of the best options for employment, Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) has compiled a list of the highest-paying trucking companies in the industry today. The companies that stand out on […]

The 8 most common types of truck accidents

Study reveals various types of incidents involving trucks and the victim groups involved A study by Volvo Trucks on the most common road accidents reveals various incidents involving trucks and the affected victim groups. The aim of this study is to prevent and raise awareness about these accidents to enhance road safety. According to the […]

Differences between American and European trucks: why are they so unlike?

If you’ve ever wondered about the differences between trucks in the United States and those in Europe, the answer can be summarized in four main reasons The design of trucks varies considerably between the United States and Europe, and these differences go beyond mere aesthetics. In North America, large trucks cater to factors such as […]