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The EPA gave out SmartWay Excellence Awards to shippers that have reduced fuel consumption significantly in their trucking fleets. Wal-Mart, JC Penny, and Office Depot are a few of the 34 winners.
The country will soon be positive that it is in a recession. The trucking industry is showing signs of slowing to the point of ceasing.
On Tuesday, December 4th, the United States Census Bureau released new figures that help paint a portrait of the U.S. trucking, warehousing, and storage scene, which represents a large portion of our nation's revenue and billions of miles of travel.
If you are getting started in owner operator trucking and want to be able to find your own freight loads and maximize your income, you will need to know your trucking shorthand.
The idea major carriers are slowing down to 'go green' is a ridiculous title for an article about simple financial and political expediency. Major carriers are taking advantage of the attention generated by recent independent trucker demonstrations
Economic and government policies conspire to drive Americans out of yet another field. From brokering to Mexican trucks, another industry gets 'off-shored' in some rather unique ways.
How high do gas and oil prices have to soar until transportation is crippled?
A Review of the Closing of Jevic Transportation
Felons are screened, interviewed and evaluated on an individual basis.
There's a new program that will allow Mexican truckers to drive in America without having to meet the American safety and security standards.
help on improving America's lowestest paid industry
The transportation of electricity, the different views of deregulation, government ownership of electric utilities, how deregulation will impact Connecticut, viewpoints of the California power crisis, and the role of FERC will all be explored.
When the trucking industry is forced to slow down, the whole country will pay the price.
Advanced Transportation Technologies (ATT) has entered into a sales and distribution agreement with Mobile Awareness, a company that designs and markets transportation safety products.
Make a great salary working from home as a Transportation Agent or Transportation Broker.
"As Dorris Edwards slowed for traffic near Kingdom City, Mo., on her way home from a Thanksgiving trip in 2004, an 18-wheeler slammed into her Jeep Cherokee. The truck crushed the SUV and shoved it down an embankment off Interstate 70. Ms. Edwards, 62, was killed.
If you think the high price of diesel fuel primarily hurts the trucking industry, you're just not paying attention!
The Tribune, in this story, found an individual that fit the story they were about to write.
Informed speculation on what could be behind the federal raids at Swift Trnasportation facilities in the Memphis area. A look at illegal CDLs and the profit end of long-haul trucking in today's regulatory climate
A brief introduction to the projected future of the biofuel industry. Biodiesel and Ethanol can replace 75% to 90% of imported petroleum products with the decade. It is a worthwhile investment for your finances, the environment and the country.
Do you love to travel? Do road trips get your juices going? Have you always wanted to see the country? If so, then you might enjoy a career as a truck driver.
This paper explores the fact that trade protection may help the economy of some nations and hurt others. Special emphasis is placed on the Canadian economy.
Changing jobs will affect you and your family. You may loose benifits and pay and a loss of seniority. If you change jobs to often you may find many companies will not offer you employment.
I grew up in Buffalo NY for 18 years, left to find life in the big city, then returned to examine the good, the bad and the ugly in Buffalo NY.
A few bad apples can spoil the entire basket. Truckers are subject to this.
The current Air Cargo System is set up as previously mentioned, based on a known shipper program. This program involves the individual Air Freight Forwarder (Domestic or International) dealing with a "known" customer, and a good past record of shipments.
Trade protection law was designed to protect the financial interests of all nations; however, this protection may come at the expense of others.
Hermiston is one of those places where you can combine country living with sophisticated urban activities. There are an astounding 74 acres of city parks in Hermiston. Shopping? If you want it, you can probably find it in Hermiston.
Thy mystery surrounding the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa still persists, but might recent information finally lead authorities to his remains?
Things to Consider in the fast pace trucking zone
This is what will happen to the small trucking companies, and what you will see in the industry to the door step.
This article I am about to write is about a topic that people usually don't really pay too much attention
this article describes the how the railroad industry has changed and is good for attracting investors.
CW Johnson Xpress, a moderate size trucking company, closed its doors this week, unable to keep up with the current economy.
There are several things I have learned growing up listening to my family members talk, but I learned the most by marrying my own charming truck driver. One of the things I gotten to know pretty well is how to find a good trucking company that is right for you.
Personal perspective of driving as a professional CDL driver, both as the son of a driver, and as a driver myself.
A first person account from a truck driver on the impending strike, and how it will effect the industry and the country. Also, some possible solutions to the problem.
What to expect of the trucking industry and the lies you will be told.
A 27 year old less than load carrier falls victim to escalating fuel prices and a economic downturn.
Going back to school, volunteering or teaching and training are only some of the options to give your career a boost in the wake of an auto worker buyout.
With a looming driver shortage, many trucking companies are beginning campaigns to hire older couples to drive. An unlikey duo, the professional relationship between both parties is proving to be advantageous all around.
Economy fueling idea for a possible strike.
The purpose of industry analysis is to identify value within the key industry groups. This article examines the key issues in industry analysis and where to find the information.
If you decide to attend driving school at a trucking company....let the propaganda begin! They won't waste any chance at promoting themselves, believe me.
With the cost of living going up and wages staying the same, truckers find themselves in a battle to survive.
American trucker, John Bootie, independent candidate for President of the United States is committed to the trucking industry, homeland security and returning America back to her traditional values.
Real Life fact about how the trucking industry really works
Because of problems in the trucking industry like rising fuel costs, railroads are building new track, freight yards, and buying locomotives for the first time in nearly a century.......
How women are treated in the trucking industry as drivers. Using myself as a witness for the investigations
How the truck driving industry is changing and the myths associated with the industry. Includes interesting stories and new trends.
Semi truck drivers must jump thru a few hoops to even qualify to drive. One, they must be 21 years of age - two, they must pass a DOT physical and three, they must have a valid CDL.
What all future truck drivers should beware of when they are searching ads for potential trucking jobs or training programs.
What ir's like to be a woman truck driver. The difficulty and changes in the trucking industry.
The development of civil aviation in the US up to the 747 Jumbo Jet
Without the knowledge of most Americans, Corporate Executives, Lobbyists, bureaucrats and politicians are quietly working to construct a 10-lane super highway in this country that will connect the seaports of Mexico to various in-land ports in this country and Canada.
A look at the benefits for all if a general knowledge test was required for all licensed drivers.
The rising gas prices have affected Arkansans in so many ways. One of the biggest ways is that Arkansas citizens now have to control their budget tighter to ensure their survival, and a less likely need for government assistance.
In a continuing series The Dallas Morning News, places the focus on the troubles in the metro areas of Dallas and Houston. Mentioning mainly rock haulers and construction trucks, the series' continues to taint the integrity of all the trucks passing through the metro areas.
Why is it no investigative reporter wants to look too deeply into the reasons for this poor health we all supposedly suffer from? No coverage can be expected of the terrible working conditions many long-haul drivers are subjected to year in and year out.
In response to the freeway collapse in the California's Bay Area, information can be found indicating the chance of an terror attack like this is greater than some believe.
If the rumored truckers strike due to the high price of diesel fuel actually gets off the ground, what will be the ramifications to shippers, carriers and the general public? What do truck drivers want and what are they likely to get.
Illinois' gas tax and rising gas prices have made me take a closer look at those things I can no longer afford to do or enjoy.
Americans voice concern over a new plan that allows Mexican truckers to have the run of our roads.
There are unfair stereotypes in every occupation. As a truck driver, John Lynch seems to defy them all.
The driver of the tanker truck causing a crash that resulted in a huge section of the Bay Bridge to collapse, had a lengthy criminal record, but somehow got through the system and got a valid commercial driver's license.
Truck drivers are the backbone of America, moving what we want or need from where it's produced to where we can buy it. Whether it be local hauling rocks, or cross country moving furniture, America needs you!
There are ways to recover from unemployment and poverty, if only people knew where to look.
Port terminal activity is higher then it's been for years.
Mobile Awareness, LLC announces the release of a new Wireless Parking Sensor System geared toward Commercial Trucks with Trailers, Utility Vehicles, Vehicles-in-tow and RVs.
Truck drivers are in high demand, and there are many good truck driving jobs available. If you're a driver looking for a new truck driving job, this information will help you find work with a good trucking company.
Details the challenges that truckers and other drivers face on the highways of the United States - with some advice for all drivers by two, experienced truckers.
Without our food and goods being distributed, uninterupted, it will be every man for himself.
Health risk of being a trucker
Truck driving companies are hurting for truck drivers. The following sources of information can help truck drivers find the best truck driving jobs available.
Welcome to the world of driving over the road. There are a bunch of different ways you can experience the freedom of driving and getting paid for it.
This article will help newcomers to the trucking industry determine if it is the right career choice for them, and whether or not they will make it.
These three shows are contests to win cash. Two of the shows document some of the most dangerous occupations in the world: ice road trucking and Alaskan king crab fishing.
Truckers face deadly traffic and weather situations. What about the health problems they face as well? Trucker lifestyle makes trucking one of the deadliest jobs.
Something that came to light the other day was someone telling me that the current oil prices aren't necessarily because of a shortage or high demand for oil right now, but on the assumption that something could happen in the world to disrupt our oil supply.
No matter which type of truck driving school you decide upon for your CDL training, the first week or two will be similar...
ny communities are enacting bans against un-muffled engine brakes.
On Sunday, April 22 New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg made a bold proposal to levy drivers for entering Manhattan. According the proposed scheme, motorists with personal vehicles will be charged $8 and commercial truck operators $21.
Satellite radio has increased in popularity dramatically the past few years. Only two providers are licensed to offer this audio service. They are Sirius and XM Radio. What do they offer? Which do you choose?
Air travel can be a grueling experience. It is not just checking in, made long and aggravating by the needs of homeland security. The desire of airlines to pack in as many passengers as possible in economy class has made air travel uncomfortable.
This article offers 10 simple tips that can be implemented in the kitchen to help reduce energy use and impact on global warming.
The new NO SMOKING ban in Ohio has many sources buzzzing about how truck drivers will be forbidden to smoke in the cabs of their trucks.
The success or failure of your family business will depend on what you do today. Whether you will learn from the tips given here or whether you will decide to become one of statistics of one of the family-owned company that failed.
Quick judgements without facts, in any case, is not a prudent decision to make.
A study of the wive's role during the national conventions of the 2004 election.
My 3 month nightmare as a manager for a "Non-profit Org" retail store in NYC.
Truck drivers are given a bad rap on the road. Many people who drive the nation's highways consider truck drivers a threat to their safety, and accidents involving big rigs are highly televised, but what about accidents and four-wheeled vehicles?
Trucker Mike Psak - the "every-man" candidate - runs against Illinois Senator Dick Durbin.
How long has it been since we've seen gas prices closer to $3.50 a gallon, rather that closer to $4.00? After months and months of steadily climbing gas prices, we are finally seeing a bit of relief.
Idle Aire is the newest latest and greatest (also much debated evil) popping up in more and more truck stops across the country. It seems like a good idea, at least in theory, however the reality is somewhat questionable.
A comment from an Iowa voter who has decided she doesn't know who her vote will go to in the coming election and her reasons why after voting Republican for years.
Although the stock market crash of October 1929 is probably the factor that made the Great Depression worse than the average economic recession of the time, it is not the sole cause.
George Wilkins has been identified as the one who eating the last whopper prior to the Burger King commercial.
Three sisters growing up
A few of the guidelines outline by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for individuals interested in truck driving jobs.
Every trip we have ever taken to California has had at least one major breakdown, but these two trips were the worst trips I have ever been on.