Industry News

Scan service added at six stops

September 1, 2010

Six independent truck stops and travel centers are now offering Transflo Express scanning for truckers, Tampa, Fla.-based Pegasus Trans Tech announced. TRANSFLO Express is now available at more than 750 truck stops ...

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Joplin 44 Petro expands services

August 31, 2010

Taco Bell and Pizza Hut Express opened at the Joplin 44 Petro near Interstate 44 off of Exit 4 in Joplin, Mo., as part of an expansion. The truck stop is ...

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Greatwide revising health plan for owner-operators

August 30, 2010

Greatwide will introduce an indemnity health care plan option for its 3,000 owner-operators, effective Dec. 1, said Rob Newell, vice president of capacity management. It will replace the optional PPO (preferred ...

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Peterbilt ramps up training for new 12.9-liter MX

August 28, 2010

Production of Paccar’s new 12.9-liter MX engine has begun at the new plant in Columbus, Miss.

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CargoNet expands trucking service

August 27, 2010

CargoNet is expanding its reach into trucking and is offering its data-sharing system of cargo theft information packages to owner-operators.

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Right Weigh unveils digital load scale

August 27, 2010

The unit has two advantages when compared with the company’s mechanical designs.

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FedEx truckers honored as Entrepreneurs of the Year

August 27, 2010

FedEx Ground has announced one of its highest honors for three entrepreneurs whose businesses provide package delivery services for the company. Steve Crawford, of Steve Crawford Trucking, St. Louis, Mo.; ...

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uDrove update launched

August 26, 2010

An updated version, 2.2.1, of the uDrove mobile transportation solution is available for the iPhone at the App Store. The new version provides enhanced features and support for iOS4. uDrove is ...

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Tire service app available

August 26, 2010

A mobile dealer-locator application for Blackberry smart phones is available from Michelin Americas Truck Tires, the company announced Aug. 26. The service joins the tire maker’s OnCall emergency road service ...

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Champion to rebrand filters, coolants

August 24, 2010

Starting in October, Luber-finer filters and other products will have a new logo, tagline and packaging at truck stops and all other locations where the products are sold, Champion Laboratories ...

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Transport America wins top award

August 19, 2010

Transport Corp. of America has been named Limited Brands' 2009 Mid-Sized Carrier of the Year.

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FedEx Ground honors entrepreneurs

August 18, 2010

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Owner-operators were recognized for their business development, customer service, safety record and community support.

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