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Streamlining Operations at C.H. Robinson This article is part of a two-part interview with C.H. Robinson conducted after the company’s 2024 Investor Day. You can read the first part here. According to C.H. Robinson Worldwide’s CEO, Dave Bozeman, technology is playing a crucial role in helping the company realign its workforce to focus on more valuable tasks, thereby regaining and expanding its market presence. During last month’s Investor Day, executives shared insights on how digital solutions are being employed to enhance recruitment and order processing efficiency. A presentation highlighted that artificial intelligence saves the company between 250 to 500 hours…

California Air Resources Board’s Emissions Authority Challenged The authority of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to implement its own emissions standards, which surpass those established by the Environmental Protection Agency, is currently facing opposition from President Trump’s administration. Significant Reductions in Emissions from Diesel Trucks During a panel discussion at the 2025 Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition in Nashville, Mike Tunnell, senior director of environmental affairs and research at American Trucking Associations, highlighted that modern diesel trucks have achieved a 99% decrease in nitrogen oxides (NOx) since 1973 and a similar reduction in particulate…

Impact of Tariffs on Shippers In Episode 813 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner discusses the effects of tariffs on shippers. We will explore how U.S. shippers are adapting to new tariff legislation and consider whether these costs will be passed on to consumers. Insights from Supply Chain Experts Mike Eischer from One World Supply Chain Consulting shares insights on how his clients are managing the turmoil caused by tariffs and the strategies they’re implementing to mitigate new expenses. Health Risks for Truck Drivers Statistics reveal that truck drivers, on average, have a life expectancy 16 years shorter than that of…

Exciting Racing Event in the Northeast Pennsylvania and New Jersey are gearing up for a major storm, not of the weather variety, but one of racing action as the Levan Machine & Truck Equipment brings the AMSOIL USAC National Non-Wing Sprints Eastern Storm from June 17 to June 22. This marks the 18th edition of the series, featuring six nights of thrilling Non-Wing Sprint Car Racing across a variety of tracks in both states. Diverse Racing Lineup This six-night event will showcase a mix of racing divisions, including not only the USAC Non-Wing Sprints but also the 358 Modifieds, URC…

An Oregon couple tragically lost their lives while cycling on Silverado Trail in October 2023. A truck driver from Napa has been sentenced to nearly one year in jail for the fatalities of two bicyclists who were hit by unsecured lumber on Silverado Trail. Porfirio Sanchez, 57, received a 364-day jail term for the deaths of Christian Deaton, 52, and Michelle Deaton, 48, as announced by the Napa County District Attorney’s Office. Jail records show that he has been incarcerated since Friday afternoon. The couple from Portland, Oregon, was in Napa when they were struck by debris from a three-axle…

Trump Administration Begins Rollback of Emissions Rules The Trump administration has initiated the process of reversing greenhouse-gas emissions regulations established by the Biden administration for vehicles, as announced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Wednesday. Reassessment of Emission Standards The EPA will start reevaluating the proposed emissions standards for light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles, beginning with the model years from 2027 onwards. Additionally, the agency is reopening the discussion on the greenhouse gas Phase 3 standards, along with reassessing the Heavy-Duty Nitrous Oxide (NOx) regulation aimed at reducing harmful emissions from diesel trucks, citing “significant costs” imposed on the…

Innovative Exercise Equipment at Truck Stops While it may appear unusual along highways, specially designed exercise equipment placed at truck stops throughout Australia could effectively motivate truck drivers to pause and focus on their health and wellness. Research Findings on Truck Driver Health Interventions The University of South Australia conducted the first meta-analysis examining the impact of health behavior interventions on truck drivers. The findings highlight the necessity for customized, multi-faceted, and innovative strategies to improve truck driver health, as existing interventions have proven ineffective. Insights from Health Intervention Studies Analyzing the success of health initiatives involving over 2,000 truck…

Breadcrumb Trail Links “We are confronting an extraordinary situation in which our capacity to safeguard Canadians against fires and other emergencies is at risk due to federal policy oversights.” Published Mar 09, 2025 • Last updated 4 days ago • 4 minute read Impact of Trade Conflict on Canadian Fire Departments The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) has raised alarms regarding the potential fallout from Canada’s escalating trade tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump, which could cost fire departments across Canada billions of dollars and hinder their ability to acquire vital fire and emergency equipment ahead of the upcoming…

Summary: Trucking organizations recently expressed their approval of the Trump administration’s proposal to reevaluate truck emissions regulations, which the industry had claimed were unrealistic within the established timelines. Notable groups, including the American Trucking Associations, the Truckload Carriers Association, and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, commended the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to revisit its greenhouse gas (GHG) Phase 3 standard and examine the Nitrous Oxide (NOx) regulation. ATA President Chris Spear stated, “The current form of GHG3 is unattainable given the present state of battery-electric technology and the obvious lack of charging infrastructure.” He emphasized that this rule has…

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. “Ice Road Truckers” made a splash when it debuted in 2007, quickly securing a place as one of the History Channel’s most popular programs. Over the course of 11 seasons, it highlighted the extreme difficulties faced by truck drivers transporting cargo over perilous ice roads. Among the various drivers featured, Lisa Kelly stood out as the show’s first female trucker, showcasing her skills while navigating some of the toughest terrains in Canada and Alaska. Kelly’s journey began when she moved to Sterling, Alaska, at the age of six. After high…