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Pioneering Electric Trucks: Rudy Diaz’s Bold Move Two years prior, Rudy Diaz, the 45-year-old owner of Hight Logistics, a trucking business managing container transport from Los Angeles ports, made a daring decision by incorporating some of the nation’s earliest electric heavy-duty trucks into his fleet. Transitioning to Electric Fleets During an overcast morning earlier this month, one of his electric trucks glided silently by, the only sound coming from its large tires on the asphalt. “There’s no fumes, there’s no noise,” exclaimed Diaz, who now has 20 electric trucks in his fleet of 75 tractor trailers. Regulatory Changes and Challenges…

Current Landscape of the Trucking Industry The world is experiencing significant changes, particularly within our own country and the trucking sector. While I won’t delve into political issues, the unpredictability surrounding geopolitical events, economic conditions, trucking regulations, business failures, and emerging technologies can create anxiety for fleet operators. These complexities complicate the decision-making process for fleet managers who are contemplating asset retirement, fleet expansion, or increasing their workforce of drivers and technicians. Trucking’s Historical Resilience It’s important to remember that every item you see around you—what you’re wearing, your breakfast, the chair you’re using—was delivered by a truck. The trucking…

Commercial truck drivers play a vital role in the nation’s supply chain, often stepping up as safety champions on the roads and acting as first responders in emergencies. Heroic Actions on the Highway Timothy VanNostrand, age 64 and the owner/operator of a logging transport business in Northville, New York, found himself in an urgent situation while traveling on Interstate 88 in June 2023. “It all unfolded quickly,” VanNostrand shared with Fox News Digital. Instincts in Action He witnessed a traffic stop by a New York state trooper turn violent as a shootout broke out. “At first, I wasn’t entirely sure…

Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment Expands with New Acquisition Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment announced on Thursday that it has acquired Transport Equipment Inc. (TEI), allowing the company to enhance its presence in Washington while also adding locations in Idaho and Montana. Commitment to Legacy and Customer Service Brian Bruckner, president of Bruckner’s, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion: “We are excited to broaden our reach in the Pacific Northwest and carry on the legacy established by the Bidlake family. As a second-generation dealership, they have built a solid reputation for outstanding customer service and a ‘do whatever it takes’ approach. We are…

A $47,000 Flu? Minnesota Truck Driver Stunned By Massive Cruise Ship Medical Bill Despite Having Travel Insurance A Minnesota couple’s dream getaway took an unexpected turn when a common illness resulted in an enormous medical bill. Mike Cameron, a truck driver from Braham, and his girlfriend, Tami Masterman, were eager to embark on their week-long cruise aboard the Norwegian Encore, which they had won. This trip held special significance for Tami, who had recently had lung cancer surgery. Tragically, just a few days into the cruise, Mike developed flu symptoms, causing his oxygen levels to plummet, and he was transferred…

Shared Components of Peterbilt and Kenworth Peterbilt and Kenworth increasingly utilize similar components. Key shared features include Paccar’s MX heavy-duty diesel engines and Eaton-manufactured automated transmissions, with some bearing the Paccar name. Additionally, they have smaller Paccar-branded Cummins PX diesels and, for several years, a common steering wheel. However, the design teams strive to maintain distinct identities for both brands. For example, while Peterbilt opts for separate sleeper boxes, Kenworth integrates them with the cab. In terms of vocational models, Peterbilt chooses individual headlamp pods, whereas Kenworth places them within the fenders. The instrument clusters and overall interior designs are…

Nearly half of the American population is considering a career as a truck driver, but financial concerns are holding them back. This main finding emerged from a survey by FinditParts, a supplier of truck parts, which explored U.S. adults’ views on trucking. While some responses were unexpected, many echoed ongoing issues in the trucking sector. The survey revealed that approximately 50% of participants expressed willingness to become truck drivers. Of those surveyed, 45% had contemplated this career path, and a similar proportion indicated they would leave their current jobs for better-paying trucking positions. What salary would entice more individuals into…

The trucking industry in Canada is essential for the nation’s economy, employing approximately 400,000 individuals and supporting over 500,000 businesses. This industry encompasses both private fleets that move goods for their own companies and for-hire carriers that transport goods for various organizations. Recognized as a critical service during the COVID-19 pandemic, the trucking sector helped maintain supply chains when there was a significant shift in consumer demand from services to goods, which increased the demand for freight transportation. In August, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced that trucking is among 16 new professions added to the Federal Skilled Worker Program with…

New Regulations for Truck Drivers in Vietnam Beginning January 1, 2025, Vietnam plans to enforce stringent new rules for truck drivers aimed at improving road safety and maintaining compliance in the expanding trucking sector. These regulations are part of the amended Law on Traffic Order and Safety from 2024, which will restrict drivers to a maximum of 48 hours of driving per week, limit daily driving to no more than 10 hours, and ban continuous driving for periods exceeding 4 hours. Fatigue Prevention Measures The introduction of these measures is designed to guard against accidents stemming from driver fatigue, necessitating…

Part 1: Hutterite Hospitality Screen capture from a 70-minute interview with Eagle Vision. The complete interview can be accessed with the purchase of the film, Unacceptable? (click image) Following their efforts to provide meals for truck drivers at a border crossing and their journey to support the Freedom Convoy in another province, Ben and his team continued their mission. They set up near the provincial legislature in Winnipeg, about 90 minutes from the Hutterite community where Ben lives. As demonstrators gathered outside the legislature, Ben’s group established a food station across the street. Jim, a friend, often stayed in his…