Tank truck carrier Quality Distribution said late Monday that it has purchased Trojan Vacuum Services, a transportation provider for the oil and gas industry in the Eagle Ford shale region in Texas.
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Swift Opposes Advocating Heavier Trucks on U.S. Interstates, CEO Moyes Says
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Swift Transportation Inc. opposes the trucking industry’s lobbying efforts toward allowing heavier trucks on interstate highways in the United States, the company’s CEO told a gathering of Canadian trucking executives.
April 30, 2012
Justin Olsen, maintenance director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance and safety.Â
Navajo Express Expands Dry Van Operations
Navajo Express said it has expanded the operations of its dry van division, Digby Truck Lines, between the California coast and the Pacific Northwest.
April 17, 2012U.S. Safety Agencies Appear Stalled Again in 18-Year Drive for Rail-Crossing Rule
For 18 years, regulators have been wrestling with a congressional mandate to issue a rule prohibiting trucks from proceeding into railroad crossings unless there is adequate space on the other side to avoid getting trapped on the tracks.
April 16, 2012Capacity Expansions Among In-House Fleets to Be a Key Topic at NPTC Annual Meeting
The president of the National Private Truck Council said the 2012 Education Management Conference & Exhibition will include a focus on corporations expanding the capacity and capabilities of their in-house fleets.
April 16, 2012Dramatic Texas Tornados Damage Equipment at Three Truck Facilities; No Injuries Reported
A burst of tornados struck the Dallas area last week, severely damaging trucks and trailers at a Schneider National Inc. terminal, a truck dealer’s facility and a trailer dealer’s lot.
April 9, 2012Truck Stops, Fleets Respond to DEF Demand by Installing More Bulk Filling Dispensers
With demand for diesel exhaust fluid expected to double this year, truck stops and carriers say they are responding by installing bulk filling dispensers that will save fleets time and money.
April 2, 2012Outlook Positive for Trucking, Manufacturers on Inventory Rebuilding, Economists Say
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Growth in North American sales will lead the global truck-making industry this year, as U.S. fleets are prospering along with their shipper customers in the manufacturing sector, economists said.
March 26, 2012Repair Kits for Brake Valves Being Delivered, Bendix Says
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Permanent repair kits for defective ATR-6 traction-relay brake valves are moving to truck makers, executives of Bendix Commercial Vehicle System said.
March 26, 2012NationaLease President Scoggins Retires
Gene Scoggins, president of the NationaLease truck-leasing organization, is retiring after 37 years in the transportation industry.
March 19, 2012