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Understanding Commercial Truck Financing Purchasing a commercial vehicle, such as a semi truck or trailer, represents a major expense for your business. With prices for new semi trucks reaching up to $250,000, it’s likely that you will need to secure a loan. The good news is that a variety of financing options are accessible for both new and used trucks. Much like any small business loan, the ideal semi truck loan is the least expensive option for which you qualify while meeting your specific requirements. What is Semi Truck Financing? Semi truck financing consists of a loan intended for acquiring…

Duffy’s inaugural decision as secretary involved addressing climate regulations under the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) authority. On January 28, he instructed the Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to roll back Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. The CAFE standards set minimum fuel efficiency requirements for cars and light trucks. Duffy mandated NHTSA to reassess and potentially replace the existing CAFE standards for vehicles from model years 2022 onward. Eliminating federal fuel economy standards is anticipated to take several months. This process necessitates that NHTSA initiates a new rulemaking to replace each existing final rule. Modifying CAFE standards as far back…

Since the pandemic began, approximately 91,000 workers, representing about 6% of the 1.52 million individuals in the trucking industry, have left their jobs, contributing to the mass resignations known as the Great Resignation. While the industry has brought in some new hires to offset these departures, the American Trucking Associations reports that the U.S. faced a shortage of 80,000 truck drivers in 2021—a record figure that could potentially double by 2030. One potential strategy to address this driver shortage is to encourage more women to enter the trucking workforce. Currently, women constitute only 7.8% of truck drivers, indicating that promoting…

A Journey from Humor to Reality Ratheesh, originally from Kottayam Ettumanoor, often regaled his wife Jalaja with stories of his truck travels across India. When she voiced her wish to join him, Ratheesh jokingly remarked that she could go anywhere in India if she knew how to drive a lorry. This playful banter turned serious when Jalaja enthusiastically took on the challenge. Now, Jalaja is the primary driver for Ettumanoor Puthettu Travels and has explored nearly every corner of India. She obtained her driving license a decade ago and became a heavy vehicle operator in 2018. Her inaugural trip was…

Talbert Manufacturing Names Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel as Top Dealer for 2024 Talbert Manufacturing, a leading provider of specialized heavy-haul solutions in North America, has announced Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel as its top dealer for 2024. This marks the 17th consecutive year Hale, based in Voorhees, New Jersey, has earned this recognition, also leading the dealers in parts sales. Rounding out the top 10 dealers for 2024 are Blackburn Truck Equipment, Columbus Equipment Company, Coogle Truck & Trailer Sales, Freightliner of Grand Rapids, Leslie Equipment Company, Lucky’s Trailer Sales, Royal Truck & Utility Trailer, TNT Sales, and West…

Breadcrumb Trail Links Conservative leadership candidate accuses the Prime Minister of using vaccine mandates as a tool to create division among Canadians. Published Feb 11, 2022 • 3 minute read Poilievre’s Support for Truckers Conservative leadership contender Pierre Poilievre has expressed his support for truckers involved in ongoing protests, claiming he stands with them and is “proud” of their actions. Blame on Trudeau for Border Issues In an interview for the Postmedia podcast Full Comment, Poilievre placed the blame for disruptions affecting crucial border infrastructure on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. He criticized Trudeau’s response, arguing that it has exacerbated the…

Commercial truck insurance is not exclusively for trucking companies. If you or your employees operate trucks as part of your small business, it’s crucial to ensure you have appropriate insurance protection. Here’s what you should know about commercial truck insurance. How It Works If you or your employees use trucks in your business, commercial truck insurance is vital. It offers coverage for physical damage and bodily injury claims that arise from accidents involving commercial trucks. Additionally, it can protect against claims made against both the truck driver and the trucking company, offering liability coverage for property damage and personal injury,…

New York State Advocates for Electric Semis Amid Challenges In a push towards sustainability, New York State is urging trucking companies to shift to electric semi-trucks, despite facing significant barriers including high costs, weight limitations, and a shortage of charging stations for commercial vehicles. News10NBC Investigative Reporter Jennifer Lewke has been examining the intricate details of this initiative for several months. The state legislature has greenlit the Advance Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation, which requires manufacturers to progressively sell larger percentages of zero-emission vehicles for medium and heavy-duty trucks. However, industry players, including manufacturers, dealers, and transport companies, argue that the…

Melton Truck Lines (CCJ Top 250, No. 84) offers drivers the flexibility to take their home time anywhere across the nation. This feature was a significant attraction for Zeno B., a Gen Z driver from Texas who joined Melton at just 21 years old in May 2021. “He has explored cities he never thought he would. He mentioned he can plan his trips to visit various national parks,” said Delaney Rea, Melton’s Recruiting Manager, during a recent TCA webinar focusing on the evolving demographics in trucking. The discussion highlighted what appeals to Gen Z about trucking careers, what they seek…

Red Lorry on M1 motorway in motion near London getty The political landscape in the US has grown more divided, yet attitudes toward marijuana have become more unified. Presently, recreational marijuana is legal in 24 states, while medical marijuana is permitted in 39 states across the nation. In a historic move, President Trump became the first major party presidential nominee to publicly back a state legalization initiative for adult-use marijuana by endorsing Amendment 3 to Florida’s constitution in September 2024. Trump also expressed his goal of focusing on research to categorize medical marijuana as a Schedule 3 substance and collaborating…