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Armed Robbery and Attempted Explosion in North Carolina A man was apprehended in North Carolina on Monday after he held a truck driver at gunpoint and attempted to create an explosion. Incident Overview The event started around 9 a.m. in the parking lot next to the Country Market Convenience Store on Startown Road in Maiden, North Carolina. Confrontation with the Truck Driver According to WCNC, 54-year-old James Matthew Roland approached a stationary tractor-trailer at the convenience store, aimed a gun at the driver, and ordered him to leave the truck. The truck driver complied and stepped away, allowing Roland to…
California Drops Advanced Clean Fleet Mandates California has decided to rescind several of its Advanced Clean Fleet (ACF) regulations, which imposed strict emissions standards on large trucks. This decision follows a protracted legal battle with a group opposed to these regulations, represented by former Attorney General William Barr. Details of the Court Agreement In court documents submitted on Friday, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and CARB executive Steven Cliff confirmed their agreement to repeal ACF mandates. This led the American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce (AmFree) to back down from its legal challenge. Upcoming Repeal Proposal Federal Judge Troy Nunley,…
Dr. John McElligott, co-founder of the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund and its volunteer medical advisor, highlights that health is the primary challenge in the trucking industry. “The presence of women in trucking and business is increasingly significant—without women, our daily operations would struggle,” McElligott noted. “Women tend to live longer than men, which can be attributed to the fact that men often work continuously into their later years, while women often pause their careers to care for males. Men typically avoid medical check-ups until later in life, unlike women, who have more frequent healthcare interactions. However, women in trucking…
Mint Images/Getty Images. Key Points Businesses can access various loan types for purchasing a semi-truck, such as term loans, equipment lines of credit, and SBA loans. While online lenders provide rapid application processes and funding, they may charge higher rates compared to traditional banks and credit unions. SBA loans can be advantageous for startups or those with poor credit, though they may take up to 90 days for approval. Semi trucks are vital for transporting goods to warehouses and businesses, with prices ranging from $70,000 to $200,000, making financing a crucial option to maintain cash flow. Exploring the different financing…
The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström was stuck in the snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing it as the worst weather he has experienced in his 30-year career. Nordström, who has owned a road freight business since the 1990s, noted his assumption that the traffic would be cleared before he entered the E22 on Wednesday. He realized he was mistaken when he, along with about 1,000 other drivers, became stranded near Linderöd at around 1:45 PM. “The traffic jam had originated much earlier, and I foolishly thought the police would have diverted vehicles…
New Air-Conditioning Mandate for Trucks In a significant move for truck drivers nationwide, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has introduced a proposal requiring all truck cabins to be equipped with air conditioning by 2025. This change aims to alleviate the discomfort faced by truck drivers who typically spend up to 12 hours in a cabin lacking adequate cooling or ventilation, apart from the airflow from open windows. Currently, the majority of trucks operating on Indian roads are produced by domestic manufacturers, many of whom do not yet offer air-conditioned cabins on a large scale. In contrast,…
Fleet Equipment recently attended Work Truck Week 2025 in Indianapolis, showcasing Isuzu’s medium-duty trucks. Isuzu Commercial Truck of America presented over a dozen trucks, emphasizing two primary themes: capability and versatility. Showcasing Medium-Duty Versatility The Isuzu medium-duty trucks demonstrated the company’s capacity to cater to diverse fleet requirements. Brian Tabel, Isuzu’s Assistant Vice President of Marketing, elaborated on one of the featured configurations: “This is our FVR and it’s the FVR de-rate. The FVRs are generally rated for 33,000 pounds, but we’ve adjusted it to 25,950.” Additionally, Isuzu displayed a Class 6 FTR hauler equipped with a Cummins B6.7 diesel…
The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström faced severe snow conditions while stranded for 20 hours on Sweden’s E22 motorway on Wednesday and Thursday. He described these as the harshest weather he has experienced in three decades of driving. Nordström, who has operated his own road freight business since the 1990s, mistakenly thought that traffic on the E22 would have been cleared when he entered the motorway on Wednesday. Along with around 1,000 other drivers, he realized the error when he came to a standstill near Linderöd around 1:45 PM. “I assumed the police would have already redirected traffic since the…
The trucking industry can often be quite isolating, with drivers spending extensive hours on the road without company. However, many truckers have found a solution by bringing their beloved pets along. While it may initially seem impractical, having a dog or cat in a truck is entirely manageable and offers numerous advantages for drivers. Health Benefits of Pets for Truck Drivers According to Knight Transportation, there are various significant advantages linked to having pets while on the road. Foremost among these are the health benefits that come from properly caring for a pet during travel. Research indicates that pet owners…
June Racing Events at Grandview Speedway Grandview Speedway is gearing up for a busy June, featuring six racing events starting this weekend. Kickoff Event Details The racing action kicks off on Saturday, June 7, with A.D. Moyer Lumber Company sponsoring a night that includes a triple-header featuring the T.P. Trailer NASCAR Modifieds, T.P. Truck Equipment NASCAR Sportsman, and the United Racing Club (URC) Sprint Cars. Race Program Schedule As part of the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series, the June 7 program will include qualifying heats for all divisions, culminating in a 30-lap T.P. Trailer Modified feature and 25-lap races…