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Port of Savannah Introduction of GPA Trucker Mobile App The Georgia Ports Authority has officially introduced the GPA Trucker mobile application, aimed at enhancing the trucking operations at the Port of Savannah. Efficiency in Daily Operations The Port of Savannah efficiently manages between 14,000 and 16,000 gate transactions each day from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Truck turnaround times average 35 minutes for single moves and 53 minutes for double transactions at the Garden City Terminal. Real-Time Information Access The newly launched GPA Trucker app offers drivers real-time updates, allowing them to decrease travel time, streamline documentation,…

National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) The National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) aims to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in adults by promoting healthy eating, physical activity, and effective stress management. In collaboration with the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE), UnidosUS is dedicated to informing those most vulnerable—especially Latinos, who have a heightened risk of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes—about this evidence-based lifestyle change initiative. Health Challenges for Professional Drivers Professional drivers constitute a skilled workforce whose health is significantly influenced by their work conditions. Long hours of driving and extended periods of sitting increase their…

Aramis Andrews shared with CalMatters that he invested over $3,000 to attend the unlicensed Premier Trucking School in Red Bluff. He claimed the instructor expected him to learn everything online prior to class and promised 20 hours of in-vehicle practice. However, upon arrival, the instructor expressed discontent with Andrews’s level of preparation and dismissed him from the program on his second day. “He wanted me to come to the school already knowing everything, just to drive around and show I was competent,” Andrews remarked. “Honestly, I feel it was just a scam.” Joe German, the owner of the school, stated…

Mack Anthem’s Military-Themed Debut at NASCAR Salutes GREENSBORO, N.C. — The latest edition of “NASCAR Salutes Together with Coca-Cola” introduced a Mack Anthem model showcasing a specially designed military wrap. Annual Tribute to Armed Forces The annual NASCAR Salutes initiative honors the brave men and women of the U.S. armed forces and their families, as well as those who lost their lives in service to freedom. A video of the custom-wrapped Anthem is available on Mack Trucks’ social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Fan-Inspired Design “We are proud to partner with NASCAR in recognizing military heroes and their…

Runway Warning System Fails During Air Canada Incident NEW YORK — Federal investigators revealed on Tuesday that a runway warning system did not activate prior to an Air Canada plane colliding with a fire truck that was on the runway as the aircraft was landing at LaGuardia Airport. Investigation Overview The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is examining whether the absence of this alarm, along with potential flaws within the airport’s safety protocols, could have prevented the accident. Potential Safety Failures Experts are focusing on how the layers of safety at the airport may have failed to protect against this…

Sure! Here’s a paraphrased version of the article in HTML format: Todd Dills: Hello everyone, Todd Dills here, your host for this Overdrive Radio podcast episode. This edition will be available in the podcast feed on December 1st and on overdriveonline.com on December 4th. This episode features a roundtable discussion with four small trucking companies that are contenders for our 2023 Trucker of the Year award. We are finalizing the judging for this year’s ten semi-finalists, showcasing a wide range of operational diversity. Sarah Schiltz: It has been a pleasure to read about everyone’s stories and the various paths they’ve…

New Measures for Foreign Truck Drivers in the U.S.In 2026, the U.S. government implemented two significant changes to address issues related to truck drivers from outside the country. One of these is a new rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) called Restoring Integrity to the Issuance of Non-Domiciled Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDLs), which enforces stricter criteria for obtaining a commercial driver’s license. The second change is Delilah’s Law, a Senate bill that aims for even tougher national regulations. This bill is named after Dalilah Coleman, who suffered severe injuries in a multi-car accident in Adelanto, California, caused…

Tyler Woolley’s Passionate Trucking Career Tyler Woolley refers to his trucking profession as an honest livelihood doing something he loves. Operating out of Wyanet, Illinois, situated along the renowned Hennepin Canal, Woolley transports eggs and other temperature-sensitive products for Arteberry Transportation. His Impressive Rig Woolley’s gleaming red 2016 Peterbilt Model 389 glider, coupled with a matching 53-foot chrome refrigerated trailer, is prominently displayed on Arteberry’s website. It features an extended frame, a 20-inch chrome bumper, stainless steel battery boxes, and Hogebuilt half fenders. The Great Dane trailer is equipped with a Carrier refrigeration unit and spread axles, including what his…

NEW YORK (TNND) — Investigators are looking into the tragic collision between an Air Canada regional jet and a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, noting that the runway warning system failed to sound an alarm prior to the incident. Investigation Insights Jennifer Homendy, Chair of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), remarked that the event likely resulted from multiple factors rather than a single error. “It happened very quickly,” she stated during a Tuesday afternoon press conference. Runway Warning System Failure Initial findings suggest that the ASDE-X system, which is designed to help air traffic controllers monitor ground…

Lack of Regulatory Standards in Trucking Insurance No federal or state legislation mandates that insurance companies assess a motor carrier’s safety fitness before issuing a commercial trucking policy. While all for-hire interstate carriers are required to have minimum liability coverage to operate, the methods for obtaining this coverage vary widely. Some involve strict actuarial underwriting and safety audits, while others use digital platforms that issue coverage without evaluating a carrier’s accident record. Originally, the federal minimum of $750,000, established in 1980, was meant to act as a safety benchmark, but it has not functioned as such for many years, with…