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Exciting Event in Orlando, Florida The upcoming event at the Orlando, Florida store features a special deal where customers can receive a complimentary ticket to a Monster Jam® event. Details of the Monster Jam® Experience ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Northern Tool + Equipment is set to bring the thrilling action of Monster Jam® to the Orlando area. On Thursday, February 27, visitors will have the opportunity to witness a legendary Monster Jam® truck displayed outside the Northern Tool + Equipment store, along with a crew member from Monster Jam. This family-friendly event will take place outdoors or…

Making Impossible Choices in “Paradise Highway” Would you endanger one life to save another? This dilemma confronts a truck driver in “Paradise Highway.” The gripping thriller also delves into the complex and unsettling realities of human trafficking and its effects on society. Anna Gutto makes her feature film directorial debut with this honest exploration of the personal struggles individuals face when making tough decisions. “Highway” signifies a shift from Gutto’s previous experience co-directing the Norwegian dramedy series “Home for Christmas.” Star-Studded Cast Academy Award-winning actress Juliette Binoche stars in “Highway” as Sally, the truck driver navigating this troubling world. In…

Mergers and acquisitions in the trucking sector are primarily driven by strategic growth initiatives, market consolidation, and various operational, financial, and regulatory factors. However, research from the Harvard Business Review indicates that between 70-90% of acquisitions fail to meet expectations. During a panel discussion at the Truckload Carriers Association’s annual convention in Nashville, Murray Mullen, chair and president of Mullen Group, emphasized the importance of having a clear understanding of acquisition objectives. Reflecting on his experiences, Mullen acknowledged that he has made mistakes when he failed to “do his homework” and focused solely on growth without considering overall strategy. He…

Trucking news and updates for Friday, Oct. 18, 2024: Concerns Over New York’s Adoption of CARB’s Advanced Clean Trucks Rules – TANY Seeks Delay The Trucking Association of New York (TANY), alongside Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and various state transportation stakeholders, is urging lawmakers to reassess the planned implementation of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulations, anticipated to be enforced in just over two months. Kendra Hems, President of TANY, has called for an “immediate delay,” as reported by Jason Cannon from Overdrive’s sister publication, CCJ. New York is following Oregon in seeking to postpone rules…

Truck Driver Faces Job Scarcity in Ontario, California ONTARIO, California — Just before 4 AM on a Tuesday, the darkness envelops Southern California, except for the glow of the freeway. Marshawn Jackson stirs in his bed and reaches for his iPhone. He opens an app designed for truck drivers looking for assignments. The message he sees is both all too familiar and discouraging: “No jobs available.” Mr. Jackson earns money based on his deliveries, meaning no jobs translate to no income. Although he has two assignments lined up for the day, the rest of the week is empty. Throughout the…

Florida Set to Implement Law Against Exploitative Truck Towing (Photo: Jim Allen/FreightWaves) After passing a new bill in both the Florida House and Senate, it seems the governor is ready to sign it into law addressing predatory towing fees targeting trucking firms. A Senate staff member indicated confidence that the bill will receive approval, stating, “We haven’t heard anything to the contrary.” Once signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the law is set to take effect on July 1. As reported by FreightWaves’ John Gallagher, the Florida Trucking Association (FTA) stipulates that towing and storage operators must produce and publicly display…

The Bolingbrook, Illinois location is hosting an event that features an exclusive offer for customers to obtain a complimentary Monster Jam® event ticket. BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Northern Tool + Equipment is set to bring the exhilarating action of Monster Jam® to the Bolingbrook area. On Thursday, February 27, attendees will have the opportunity to witness the excitement up close, with a renowned Monster Jam® truck on display outside Northern Tool + Equipment alongside a Monster Jam crew member. This family-friendly event will be held outdoors or in a trailer depending on weather conditions and is open…

Trucker Convoy Protests COVID Restrictions on Cross-Country Journey A group of truckers in the United States began a 2,500-mile journey on Wednesday, departing from Adelanto, California, to Washington, D.C., as part of a protest against COVID-19 restrictions. The convoy, referred to as the “people’s convoy,” is just one of several groups traveling from different regions of the country, all aimed at converging on the nation’s capital over the next week. This movement has been inspired by recent protests that brought Ottawa, Canada, to a standstill for several weeks. As the convoy left Adelanto, around two dozen trucks took the lead,…

Move over Silicon Valley, as the newest leader in fintech is emerging, and it’s not located in California. Over the past few years, Atlanta has been rapidly expanding its fintech industry, posing a significant challenge to historic financial hubs like London and New York City. The city’s growth in fintech has garnered it the nickname “Transaction Alley,” with a strong presence of payment processing technology firms like Global Payments and Worldpay. In addition to hosting numerous major financial institutions, Atlanta is also thriving with numerous fintech startups, including Greenlight, which offers a specialized debit card for kids that features parental…

Stakeholders in the trucking industry, including truck dealerships, are requesting that New York state officials delay the implementation of the Advanced Clean Trucks initiative, which is scheduled to commence next year. Industry Concerns During Webinar On October 17, the Trucking Association of New York conducted a webinar to advocate for postponing the Advanced Clean Trucks regulation. New requirements mandating the sale of zero-direct-emission trucks are slated to take effect in January. Starting with model year 2025 trucks, a specified percentage of new truck sales must consist of zero-emission vehicles, escalating annually until model year 2035. Ultimately, these regulations will necessitate…