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Volvo CE has introduced the world’s first electric articulated dump trucks, the A30 Electric and A40 Electric, which weigh 29 and 39 metric tons, respectively. These trucks were unveiled at Bauma, the largest construction equipment trade show in the world, last week. According to Volvo, both models deliver performance on par with their diesel equivalents, but with lower emissions, reduced noise, and decreased vibration for operators. They also incorporate enhancements from the newly designed next-generation ADT range that Volvo announced in January. The trucks offer a run time of 4 to 4.5 hours per charge for most applications, although this…

“Ice Road Truckers” star Todd Dewey It’s understandable if Todd Dewey wishes to erase 2016 from his memory. The past year has been particularly challenging for the beloved star of History Channel’s hit reality series, “Ice Road Truckers.” Here’s what made it so tough: The tenth season of “Ice Road Truckers” proved to be the hardest yet for Dewey. The traditionally icy paths across the Canadian wilderness became muddy and soft, with the ice covering the lakes he needed to navigate being alarmingly thin. Moreover, Dewey faced personal losses, including the death of his close friend and co-star, Darrell Ward,…

Introduction Canadian banks have initiated the freezing of accounts belonging to individuals associated with the trucker protests in Canada. The federal government plans to take further steps to restrict more accounts in the coming days as part of efforts to disperse demonstrators from Ottawa, where a blockade has persisted for nearly a month. Announcement of Account Freezing During a press conference on February 17, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced that financial institutions have begun freezing accounts and canceling credit cards in compliance with the Emergencies Act, which Prime Minister Justin Trudeau put in place earlier this week. Targeting Donors…

New Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles Announced by EPA On March 29, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled stringent emissions regulations aimed at heavy-duty trucks, buses, and other large vehicles. Officials assert that these new regulations are a significant step towards mitigating emissions from some of the largest contributors to greenhouse gases in the country. Projected Environmental and Public Health Benefits The EPA anticipates that these new rules, which will apply to vehicles manufactured between 2027 and 2032, will prevent up to 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions over the following 30 years and yield a net benefit…

The Impact of Supply and Demand on Trucking Slump The primary reason behind the trucking industry’s downturn can be traced to the fundamental economic principle of supply and demand. Economic Trends Affecting Demand Wider economic trends, such as increased activity in factories, retail, and construction, elevate the need for truck drivers. As more goods need transportation, there is a heightened requirement for both vehicles and drivers to facilitate movement. Response of Trucking Companies to Demand When demand surges, trucking companies often respond by purchasing additional trucks and hiring more drivers, banking on forthcoming profits. However, once the availability of trucks…

The Impact of Surveillance in the Workplace The coronavirus pandemic has initiated a significant rise in workplace surveillance that shows no signs of receding even after the crisis. Businesses are increasingly tracking their remote employees, often under the guise of security or productivity enhancement. In logistics, such as Amazon and UPS, surveillance tools are integrated into their operations, allowing employers to monitor workers extensively through easily accessible data like phone calls, texts, emails, and GPS locations. Historical Context of Worker Surveillance These intensive monitoring practices stem from a long-standing mistrust of workers, rooted deeply in a history that can be…

A look at fire damage caused to helmets the Gators used in Saturday night’s win at Mississippi State (Photo: Donna Doty/University Athletic Association) Incident Overview Last week in Mississippi, the Florida football team’s equipment truck faced a significant challenge, resulting in major damage. After the Gators secured a 13-6 victory over Mississippi State, their equipment manager, Mike Knowles, received alarming news upon landing back in Gainesville. Truck Fire Details The assistant equipment manager, Jeff McGrew, voiced the concerns many felt when he heard the news: “Oh no, that’s not good.” According to the driver, a blown rear tire likely sparked…

Insurance Provider Enhances Motor Truck Cargo Coverage MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Progressive Insurance has introduced Cargo Plus, a new endorsement that broadens the Motor Truck Cargo coverage available to for-hire truckers and other qualifying customers. Motor Truck Cargo coverage provides protection when a trucker is legally responsible for damage to goods in their exclusive custody and control. The newly launched Cargo Plus endorsement enhances this coverage by including protections against issues such as moisture, rust, corrosion, driver mistakes, and temperature fluctuations for refrigerated loads for customers who also purchase Refrigeration Breakdown coverage. The Cargo Plus endorsement…

The CARB reversal has increased the responsibility of truck manufacturers to support California’s ongoing emission reduction efforts. (vitpho/Getty Images) CARB Withdraws Regulatory Proposal The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has retracted a regulatory proposal that would have mandated trucking companies to incrementally integrate zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) into their fleets, a move that has been positively received by industry leaders. Advanced Clean Fleets Rule Reconsidered This rule, known as the Advanced Clean Fleets Rule, aimed to enforce a phased implementation of ZEVs in specific truck and bus fleets across the state. In addition, California has proposed an Advanced Clean Trucks rule…

Yellow employs around 22,000 workers represented by the Teamsters. (Jim Allen/FreightWaves) Teamsters’ Concerns Over Yellow’s Financial Stability Last month, the Teamsters claimed that Yellow (NASDAQ: YELL), one of the largest trucking firms in the U.S., warned the union that it would run out of funds by August. To avert collapse, Yellow’s leadership indicated that Teamsters, representing about 22,000 Yellow employees, must agree to operational modifications previously sanctioned by the union. Teamsters General President’s Bold Response Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien responded decisively, stating, “Go ahead and shut down.” He expressed in a June 12 video that it was not the…