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Police Seek Public Assistance Following Truck Driver’s Deathbed Confession Authorities are requesting additional information from the public after a truck driver made a murder confession while on his deathbed. As reported by Wood TV 8, Garry Artman, a 64-year-old inmate serving a life sentence for a cold case murder from 1996 in Michigan, was hospitalized in December 2023 due to a terminal illness. At the time, he was also awaiting trial for the murder of 24-year-old Dusty Shuck, which occurred in 2006. While receiving treatment at the hospital, investigators from the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit interviewed Artman. It was…

Updated Regulations Will Enhance Flexibility While Ensuring Safety Arlington, Virginia – The American Trucking Associations expressed gratitude to the Trump Administration for releasing a revised hours-of-service regulation designed to offer professional drivers increased flexibility, all while maintaining safety standards. “This new regulation, developed through a two-year, data-informed process, delivers essential flexibility for professional truck drivers while ensuring the safety of our highways,” stated ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. “We appreciate the dedication and consideration shown by President Trump, Secretary Chao, and Administrator Mullen toward our industry and this regulation, which retains the fundamental limitations on drivers’ work and rest…

Prioritizing Driver Health in the Trucking Industry Drivers are critical to the trucking industry, making it essential to prioritize their physical and mental well-being. In Western Canada, numerous carriers are finally addressing the health of their drivers, particularly given the numerous physical and mental challenges they face in their careers. Due to the nature of their work, truck drivers experience some of the highest rates of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular issues, anxiety, and depression among all professions, thanks to long hours, solitude, and limited access to nutritious food on the road. The positive development is that many companies have started acknowledging…

The clear takeaway from the event was that success hinges on selecting the appropriate powertrain for specific applications rather than pursuing a one-size-fits-all solution. With shifting regulations and slow electric charging infrastructure development, fleets are opting for a multi-fuel strategy. This approach combines electrification with immediate alternatives such as natural gas and advanced internal combustion engines (ICE), as seen in the powertrain trends presented at ACT Expo, reflecting a practical, application-focused perspective. The internal combustion engine is not on the verge of extinction; rather, it is undergoing evolution. New technologies aimed at reducing idle time and start-stop functionalities are providing…

Dive Brief: ABF Freight President Seth Runser is set to be promoted next month to the position of president at ArcBest, the parent company of the LTL carrier, as announced by the company on Thursday. Seth Runser, ABF Freight president, will assume the role of ArcBest’s president on August 1. Permission granted by ABF Freight   Runser will be joined by Judy McReynolds, who will continue as CEO and chairman, in leading the company starting August 1. Matt Godfrey, currently VP of engineering at ABF Freight, will succeed Runser as president of the century-old LTL carrier. McReynolds praised Runser for…

The Claim: California’s Cargo Backlog Linked to Statewide ‘Truck Ban’ On October 13, President Joe Biden announced that the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest in the U.S., would begin operating 24/7 to alleviate supply chain issues nationwide. “This represents a crucial first step towards transitioning our entire freight transportation and logistics system to a 24/7 model,” Biden stated during a White House address. The announcement coincided with a backlog of cargo on the West Coast, driven in part by increased consumer spending as pandemic restrictions lifted. The situation worsened in September, with a record number of ships waiting off…

Are you a truck driver making regular trips to the UAE? Is your job requiring multiple entries into the country? Truck drivers can apply for a multiple-entry visa to the UAE, valid for either 30, 60, or 90 days, as outlined on the website of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP). Stay informed with the latest updates. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Below is a guide detailing the application process, necessary documents, and associated fees for obtaining a multiple-entry visa for truck drivers. How to Apply You can apply for the multiple-entry visa through…

Upcoming NASCAR Events at Grandview Speedway Next week, Grandview Speedway will host another NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series program featuring the T.P. Trailer NASCAR Modifieds, T.P. Truck Equipment NASCAR Sportsman, and the Pro 4 Racing Series Four Cylinder stock cars. The event on Saturday, May 31, will consist of qualifying heats leading to three main features: a 30-lap race for the T.P. Trailer Modifieds, a 25-lap race for the T.P. Truck Equipment Sportsman, and another 25-lap event for Pro 4 Series competitors. Pit gates will open at 4 PM, followed by grandstand gates at 5:30 PM. Warm-ups will commence…

Tucker Carlson’s Return to Moscow Tucker Carlson, favored by Russian state media, visited Moscow this week, seemingly aiming to amplify Vladimir Putin’s narrative on Ukraine. Kremlin media figures hinted at a potentially more nefarious purpose behind his visit. Interview with Sergey Lavrov During his second trip to Moscow, Carlson interviewed Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The interview, aired Thursday night, provided the former Fox News host a platform to advocate for the Kremlin’s viewpoint that the U.S. should decrease its involvement in Ukraine to avert a catastrophic nuclear crisis. Speculations of Hidden Agendas While the discussion yielded no shocking insights,…

Modifications to the overweight motor carrier regulations in Indiana were introduced in House Enrolled Act 1190, which was enacted in April. (Getty Images) [Stay updated with transportation news: Subscribe to TTNews.] New Overweight Truck Regulations in Indiana New regulations concerning overweight trucks will come into effect in Indiana starting July 1. Overview of Legislative Changes The changes to the oversize and overweight motor carrier regulations are part of House Enrolled Act 1190, which became law in April. This legislation eliminates the specific lists of commodities and weight limits for certain goods from the definition of “overweight divisible load.” The act…