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Fact Checked Oct 20, 2024 Why Trust Us Why Trust Us Here’s an overview of how we evaluated and rated leading auto insurance providers. 8,500 Data Points Analyzed 12,500 Customers Surveyed Written By RaShawn Mitchner Written By RaShawn Mitchner Senior Editor RaShawn Mitchner is a senior editor at MarketWatch Guides covering personal finance and insurance topics, with over a decade of experience in helping people save money across various areas. Driving a truck for work, particularly a semi-truck, requires specific insurance coverage. The MarketWatch Guides team will explain truck insurance, break down associated costs, and recommend reputable insurance providers. Key…

Accusation Against Salt City Constructors Larry Stackhouse, the owner of a Syracuse dump truck company, has claimed that Salt City Constructors, a contractor for Interstate 81, failed to honor its promise to hire his minority-owned business for the highway project in Syracuse. Legal Action Taken Last week, Stackhouse initiated a lawsuit in state Supreme Court against Salt City Constructors, LLC, which has secured $766 million in contracts for the I-81 reconstruction in Syracuse. Broken Promises According to Stackhouse, Salt City Constructors informed him and local officials, as well as the state Department of Transportation, that his company would be involved…

Walmart’s Logo Update Stuns Shoppers Walmart has unveiled its new logo for the first time in two decades, leaving many shoppers surprised. Describing the update as “a comprehensive brand refresh that reflects its evolution,” the retailer’s explanation has been met with skepticism by some. The revamped logo features a wordmark that draws inspiration from founder Sam Walton’s iconic trucker hat, accompanied by a modern, custom font. Additionally, the updated color scheme of True Blue and Spark Yellow aims to “keep the brand fresh.” Walmart’s logo has been updated after 20 years. AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File Despite these changes, many critics…

Grand Opening Announcement ABBOTSFORD, British Columbia, Sept. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ML-Truck Equipment is thrilled to announce the Opening Celebration of its new location at 30189 Old Yale Road, Abbotsford, B.C. Customers, fleet managers, suppliers, the media, and all enthusiasts of Moffett, HIAB, and Multilift are invited to join the festivities on September 18, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. New Facility Highlights The new ML-Truck Equipment facility, located just off Highway #1, marks a significant milestone as the company celebrates 72 years of HIAB. Situated ten minutes from its original site, the building boasts six large service…

Trucking Alliance’s Regulatory Focus The Trucking Alliance, a smaller lobbying group in the industry that includes some major trucking companies, has consistently prioritized safety to influence public policy. Following a tumultuous year in 2025 where trucking, safety, and politics intersected in unforeseen ways, the Alliance is outlining its agenda for not just 2026, but for the years ahead, acknowledging that changes in regulations may take time to fully implement. Insights From Industry Leaders FreightWaves presents highlights from an interview conducted by editor at large John Kingston with key leaders from the Trucking Alliance: Steve Williams (co-founder and president), Lane Kidd…

Introduction of Healthcues Program Healthcues, a provider specializing in supplementary benefits for preventative healthcare, has announced the launch of its innovative supplemental health insurance tailored for the commercial vehicle sector. This unique offering incurs no out-of-pocket costs for either employees or employers, providing elective limited health insurance benefits under Section 125 that leverage pre-tax dollars to mitigate payroll tax expenses. Financial Incentives for Healthy Practices “Motivating employees to engage in preventative healthcare initiatives can be challenging,” stated Michael Kestler, the Vice President of Business Development at Healthcues. “We designed a program that incentivizes individuals to embrace healthier habits, especially since…

Rhode Island’s Truck Tolls Set to Restart All trucks will face the same toll charges when Rhode Island’s contentious tolling system resumes. As reported by NBC10, the tolls are expected to be operational in about a year, which is approximately nine months behind the original schedule. The initial goal was to reactivate the tolls this spring; however, state authorities recently disclosed that more equipment needs replacement than they initially anticipated. “We’re really back to square one,” stated Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti during a Thursday interview on WPRO radio with Gene Valicenti. Alviti mentioned that the…

Mack Financial Services Expands Insurance Portfolio Mack Financial Services (MFS) has broadened its insurance offerings to now include physical damage coverage for every make and model within a customer’s fleet. Introducing the Rolling Asset Program (RAP) The newly introduced Rolling Asset Program (RAP) provides flexible coverage aimed at safeguarding all assets within a customer’s operations. Mack highlights that RAP features a flat, fixed rate for up to 72 months, with monthly payment options. Importantly, claims will not affect customer rates, and there is no need for annual renewal negotiations. Coverage is applicable to any asset, regardless of its financing arrangements.…

Trump Administration Challenges California’s Truck Emission Standards WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is seeking to halt costly trucking emission standards that California aims to enforce for many vehicles entering the state. California, however, insists that it will not pause its national green energy initiatives introduced by Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration. On Tuesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed its final disapproval of California’s Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Regulation, which affects over 50,000 trucks coming from outside the state or outside the country, according to local data. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stated, “If California had its way, prices would skyrocket…

Jeremy and Tammy Carr are an over-the-road (OTR) driving team with over 40 years of combined experience. They prioritize safety, believing that good health is essential for maintaining safety on the road. Since they began driving together in 2013, they’ve developed a stable lifestyle while prioritizing sustainable practices rather than overexerting themselves. For Tammy and Jeremy, maintaining good health while on the road is not just a choice; it’s vital for their performance. Their schedules often fluctuate, and they face various challenges with sleep, load variations, and demands, so they focus on sustaining energy, mental clarity, and a positive attitude…