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Consumer Truck Rental Reservations: 1-888-996-5415. Commercial Truck Rental Reservations: 1-800-736-7531. Top off truck fuel tanks. Move trucks to higher ground if in a flood-prone area. MORE
We profile nine women who have found success in trucking -- and helped make transportation companies successful MORE
As the truck capacity pinch grows tighter and tighter, you may have found yourself in a role reversal with your carriers. They’re struggling to contend with a worsening driver shortage compounded by regulations like HOS and ELD, which has led to an overall reduction in billable miles per truck – as much as 25%. Freight transport is now largely a seller’s market and, as a shipper, you may find yourself vying to be a “shipper of choice” among carriers with limited capacity. MORE
Driver shortage tops list of critical issues facing the North American trucking industry, ATRI report shows. Transportation MORE
Brian Hard, Penske Truck Leasing president and CEO, spoke of the company’s history and its capabilities in the marketplace. ” North Houston is home to a new Penske Truck Leasing facility; It’s the company’s largest in the Houston market. MORE
between a transport company, truck maker. First such demo in U.S. Transportation MORE
A few weeks ago, I revisited the age-old driver shortage question (see Truck Driver Shortage: Getting Better, Worse, or No Problem at All? ). Speaking of data, let’s start with a basic question: How many truck drivers are there in the United States? Number of Truck Drivers: The ATA vs. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The American Trucking Association says there are 3.5 The report, “Truck Driving Jobs: Are They Headed for Rapid Elimination?” I am so confused. MORE
Penske Truck Leasing announced the opening of the company’s newest location, in Bryan, Texas. Penske Truck Leasing opened the company’s newest location, in Bryan, Texas. The state-of-the-art facility, at 1650 Independence Ave., MORE
Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Coburg, Oregon. Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Coburg, Oregon. acres and is 13,220-square-feet with three truck bays, one wash bay and a two-lane fuel island. MORE
The growing shortage in the trucking industry is also becoming a more significant problem. The growing shortage in the trucking industry is also becoming a more significant problem. Half of the Federal Reserve districts have cited the shortage of trucking capacity. MORE
In April 2016, a fleet of trucks – some of which had driven almost 2,000km – arrived in the Dutch port of Maasvlakte and made modest headlines around the world. seconds, our platooning trucks transmit braking signals to the vehicles behind in less than 0.1 MORE
Penske Truck Leasing has opened a new facility in Ogden, Utah. acres and is 7,629-square-feet with six truck bays. For a list of open Penske Truck Leasing positions, visit gopenske.com/careers. MORE
over-the-road trucks, this is one of your best bets to find them all under one roof. Class 8 truck manufacturers wheel out their latest, greatest products at the American Trucking Assns. If you're looking for the top U.S. MORE
Lift TrucksSales surpassed 250,000 in a year for first time in history, group says. MORE
The driver shortage is affecting available trucking capacity. Due to a lack of drivers, carriers are simply not able to offer an available driver or an empty truck for delivery. What can be done to deliver on time to customers despite the driver shortage and bottlenecks in trucking capacity? Scarce available trucking capacity leads to higher shipping costs. The new normal: Available trucking capacity at historically low levels. MORE
Electric trucks have been in the news a lot lately, especially as Tesla has made multiple announcements regarding the highly anticipated release of its Class 8 semi-truck. However, the state of Tesla’s supply chain, along with the skepticism regarding the design of the truck, had the public wondering if it would actually come to fruition. But Tesla is clearly not the only company working to get an electric truck to the market. Transportation electric trucks MORE
Despite the challenges of driving on the open road, millions of professional truck drivers keep the North American economy moving, one load at a time. Professional truck drivers in Canada and the U.S. and will be sponsored by the American Trucking Associations. MORE
Hino Motors, Isuzu Motors, Volvo group-owned UD Trucks and Daimler subsidiary Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus have begun highway testing of truck platooning in Japan, under a project backed by the government. MORE
Teamsters organize truck tour to promote autism awareness. Transportation MORE
Trucking company adds five electric, medium-duty box trucks to final-mile services. Transportation MORE
Professional truck drivers do more than shepherd deliveries on the open road. They are the face of the trucking industry, making an impression at every stage of their day. Penske Logistics’ nearly 5,000 professional truck drivers in the U.S. The transportation industry will pause this week, during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), to recognize the contributions of the nation’s 3.5 We join with you in celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. MORE
Penske Truck Leasing has outgrown its previous facility in Evansville, Indiana, and has relocated to a new, larger, state-of-the-art building at 15631 Neeley Street in Evansville. We now have four truck bays, an automatic wash bay and a fuel island.” We have expanded from a 3 acre lot to 7 acres and boast 16,000-square-feet of office and truck maintenance space.”. MORE
There was a terrific piece in Transport Topics recently on National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. Truck Drivers10-16). The writer, Dan Bearth, pointed out that companies do an excellent job celebrating drivers – during this designated week. What’s needed, Dan states, is a year-long appreciation of the value drivers add. MORE
This past October, the American Trucking Associations warned that the trucking industry could be short 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017. Regardless of the statistics, what can the trucking industry do to attract, hire, and retain more drivers? MORE
The open road, with its promise of freedom and the chance to experience touchstones of Americana, has traditionally been a draw for many seeking to become professional truck drivers. Women have increasingly made their mark in trucking, enjoying fulfilling careers as professional truck drivers. MORE
Read the FMCSA letter granting the 90-day waiver from the ELD mandate for short-term rental trucks here. Penske Truck Leasing is a top TRALA member and it is among the largest providers of full-service truck leasing and commercial truck rental with a fleet of more than 266,000 vehicles. MORE
Penske Truck Leasing has opened a new location in Grand Junction, Colorado. Strategically positioned between Denver, Colorado, and Salt Lake City, Utah, Penske’s new facility offers full-service truck leasing , consumer and commercial truck rental, contract truck fleet maintenance and connected fleet solutions , a value-added resource to help customers address issues and options related to onboard technology systems (ELDs, telematics, onboard cameras, etc.). MORE
Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the opening a new facility in Kapolei, Hawaii. With three truck bays and one wash bay, the new facility is 11,048-square-feet and is situated on 4 acres. Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Kapolei, Hawaii. MORE
Trucking by app? Technology giants and startups alike are rocking the trucking industry boat, for the better. Innovations like apps are a notable trend in trucking, a very atomized industry. In the US for example, 93% of it is represented by carriers with 6 trucks or less. MORE
Experts on transportation supply chain and logistics say that truck platooning may help drive efficiency in today’s demanding market. In their article, truck platooning is referred to as the ‘next big step’. Autonomous Trucking. While consumers are favouring the integration of innovative ways to travel, the self-driving truck market is also progressing. According to Market Watch : Global Autonomous Trucks Market is growing at 15.6% The Rise of Truck Platooning. MORE
As the demand for products and goods continues to grow, so does the world’s need for truck drivers. Truck Drivers TruckersTechnology has completely taken over today’s world. MORE
Last week I came across a video of 3 trucks, each transporting a 54 meter long blades up a mountain in China. The post Video: How to Transport a 54 Meter Blade by Truck appeared first on LOGISTICSMATTER. Blog Logistics Transportation Trucking Video MORE
According to the American Trucking Association’s’ (ATA’s) Truck volume leaped 7.1 The Effect of Disasters on Trucking. The devastation left in the wake of hurricanes Harvey and Irma is also having a significant impact on the trucking industry. MORE
The fact that the trucking industry is short about 49,000 drivers right now is only exacerbating the situation, she says, as is the volume of larger shipments (more than 10,000 pounds) that are spilling over in the LTL segment. “On Industry News FTL land LTL truck MORE
Penske Truck Leasing has introduced a state-of-the-art facility in Tallahassee, Florida. Penske Truck Leasing has introduced a state-of-the-art facility in Tallahassee, Florida. It contains four truck bays and a wash bay. MORE
Every year, from September 9th to 15th, we celebrate Truck Driver Appreciation week to thank the 3 million plus professional truck drivers in the country for their tireless service to the nation and all of its people. MORE
California high school launches truck-driving course. Strategy MORE
5th Annual United Way Human Truck Pull. Carter Express & Logistics is excited to announce that Saturday, September the 8th at 10:00 am we will be the Presenting Sponsor and Event Sponsor this year at the 5th Annual United Way Human Truck Pull. Blog Topics. MORE
The Penske Driver app just added a major upgrade to benefit truck drivers ahead of the busy holiday freight season. Using Penske’s mobile app, truck drivers report their roadside issue and simultaneously secure a place in line for assistance. MORE
The ELD (electronic logging device) mandate is quite possibly the biggest change seen by the trucking industry in over 50 years, and one that many people have mixed feelings about. Industry ELD mandate ELD Mandate Trucking 2018 Transporation Trucker Truck Drivers Truckers HOS ELD Compliance MORE
Trucking Related Topics Move Ahead
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing has introduced a state-of-the-art facility in Tallahassee, Florida. Penske Truck Leasing has introduced a state-of-the-art facility in Tallahassee, Florida. It contains four truck bays and a wash bay.
Move Ahead
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Consumer Truck Rental Reservations: 1-888-996-5415. Commercial Truck Rental Reservations: 1-800-736-7531. Top off truck fuel tanks. Move trucks to higher ground if in a flood-prone area.
DC Velocity
JUNE 27, 2018
between a transport company, truck maker. First such demo in U.S. Transportation
Move Ahead
MAY 30, 2018
Brian Hard, Penske Truck Leasing president and CEO, spoke of the company’s history and its capabilities in the marketplace. ” North Houston is home to a new Penske Truck Leasing facility; It’s the company’s largest in the Houston market.
Logistics Matter
MARCH 14, 2017
Last week I came across a video of 3 trucks, each transporting a 54 meter long blades up a mountain in China. The post Video: How to Transport a 54 Meter Blade by Truck appeared first on LOGISTICSMATTER. Blog Logistics Transportation Trucking Video
Move Ahead
AUGUST 29, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing has opened a new facility in Ogden, Utah. acres and is 7,629-square-feet with six truck bays. For a list of open Penske Truck Leasing positions, visit gopenske.com/careers.
Morai Logistics
OCTOBER 4, 2018
Experts on transportation supply chain and logistics say that truck platooning may help drive efficiency in today’s demanding market. In their article, truck platooning is referred to as the ‘next big step’. Autonomous Trucking. While consumers are favouring the integration of innovative ways to travel, the self-driving truck market is also progressing. According to Market Watch : Global Autonomous Trucks Market is growing at 15.6% The Rise of Truck Platooning.
PLS Logistics
OCTOBER 9, 2018
There have been many new developments that have helped make truck drivers lives easier. New truck driver technology consists of electronic logging devices, GPS tracking, mobile apps and voice activation. Technology Trucker truck driver
DC Velocity
DECEMBER 7, 2018
Trucking company adds five electric, medium-duty box trucks to final-mile services. Transportation
Blue Grace Logistics
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
Every year, from September 9th to 15th, we celebrate Truck Driver Appreciation week to thank the 3 million plus professional truck drivers in the country for their tireless service to the nation and all of its people.
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 22, 2018
Electric trucks have been in the news a lot lately, especially as Tesla has made multiple announcements regarding the highly anticipated release of its Class 8 semi-truck. However, the state of Tesla’s supply chain, along with the skepticism regarding the design of the truck, had the public wondering if it would actually come to fruition. But Tesla is clearly not the only company working to get an electric truck to the market. Transportation electric trucks
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 14, 2018
A few weeks ago, I revisited the age-old driver shortage question (see Truck Driver Shortage: Getting Better, Worse, or No Problem at All? ). Speaking of data, let’s start with a basic question: How many truck drivers are there in the United States? Number of Truck Drivers: The ATA vs. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The American Trucking Association says there are 3.5 The report, “Truck Driving Jobs: Are They Headed for Rapid Elimination?” I am so confused.
DC Velocity
SEPTEMBER 16, 2018
Teamsters organize truck tour to promote autism awareness. Transportation
DC Velocity
MARCH 13, 2018
The trucks now include a 7-inch multifunction color display with touch-screen functionality and an intuitive interface. Lift Trucks
Move Ahead
AUGUST 2, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the opening a new facility in Kapolei, Hawaii. With three truck bays and one wash bay, the new facility is 11,048-square-feet and is situated on 4 acres. Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Kapolei, Hawaii.
Move Ahead
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Despite the challenges of driving on the open road, millions of professional truck drivers keep the North American economy moving, one load at a time. Professional truck drivers in Canada and the U.S. and will be sponsored by the American Trucking Associations.
Move Ahead
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
Professional truck drivers do more than shepherd deliveries on the open road. They are the face of the trucking industry, making an impression at every stage of their day. Penske Logistics’ nearly 5,000 professional truck drivers in the U.S. The transportation industry will pause this week, during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), to recognize the contributions of the nation’s 3.5 We join with you in celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
Blue Grace Logistics
AUGUST 2, 2018
The growing shortage in the trucking industry is also becoming a more significant problem. The growing shortage in the trucking industry is also becoming a more significant problem. Half of the Federal Reserve districts have cited the shortage of trucking capacity.
Move Ahead
JUNE 13, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Coburg, Oregon. Penske Truck Leasing celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Coburg, Oregon. acres and is 13,220-square-feet with three truck bays, one wash bay and a two-lane fuel island.
Automotive Logistics
JULY 2, 2018
In April 2016, a fleet of trucks – some of which had driven almost 2,000km – arrived in the Dutch port of Maasvlakte and made modest headlines around the world. seconds, our platooning trucks transmit braking signals to the vehicles behind in less than 0.1
PLS Logistics
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
As the demand for products and goods continues to grow, so does the world’s need for truck drivers. Truck Drivers TruckersTechnology has completely taken over today’s world.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 8, 2018
We profile nine women who have found success in trucking -- and helped make transportation companies successful
DC Velocity
MARCH 14, 2018
California high school launches truck-driving course. Strategy
Now, That's Logistics
JULY 24, 2018
The fact that the trucking industry is short about 49,000 drivers right now is only exacerbating the situation, she says, as is the volume of larger shipments (more than 10,000 pounds) that are spilling over in the LTL segment. “On Industry News FTL land LTL truck
Move Ahead
APRIL 18, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing recently marked the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Loveland, Colorado, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new facility. Penske Truck Leasing held a grand opening celebration in Loveland, Colorado.
PLS Logistics
AUGUST 16, 2018
The ELD (electronic logging device) mandate is quite possibly the biggest change seen by the trucking industry in over 50 years, and one that many people have mixed feelings about. Industry ELD mandate ELD Mandate Trucking 2018 Transporation Trucker Truck Drivers Truckers HOS ELD Compliance
Fleet Owner
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
over-the-road trucks, this is one of your best bets to find them all under one roof. Class 8 truck manufacturers wheel out their latest, greatest products at the American Trucking Assns. If you're looking for the top U.S.
Automotive Logistics
JANUARY 30, 2018
Hino Motors, Isuzu Motors, Volvo group-owned UD Trucks and Daimler subsidiary Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus have begun highway testing of truck platooning in Japan, under a project backed by the government.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 29, 2018
Driver shortage tops list of critical issues facing the North American trucking industry, ATRI report shows. Transportation
Move Ahead
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing announced the opening of the company’s newest location, in Bryan, Texas. Penske Truck Leasing opened the company’s newest location, in Bryan, Texas. The state-of-the-art facility, at 1650 Independence Ave.,
Transporeon
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
The driver shortage is affecting available trucking capacity. Due to a lack of drivers, carriers are simply not able to offer an available driver or an empty truck for delivery. What can be done to deliver on time to customers despite the driver shortage and bottlenecks in trucking capacity? Scarce available trucking capacity leads to higher shipping costs. The new normal: Available trucking capacity at historically low levels.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 18, 2017
This past October, the American Trucking Associations warned that the trucking industry could be short 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017. Regardless of the statistics, what can the trucking industry do to attract, hire, and retain more drivers?
Kane is Able
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
As the truck capacity pinch grows tighter and tighter, you may have found yourself in a role reversal with your carriers. They’re struggling to contend with a worsening driver shortage compounded by regulations like HOS and ELD, which has led to an overall reduction in billable miles per truck – as much as 25%. Freight transport is now largely a seller’s market and, as a shipper, you may find yourself vying to be a “shipper of choice” among carriers with limited capacity.
Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
The Penske Driver app just added a major upgrade to benefit truck drivers ahead of the busy holiday freight season. Using Penske’s mobile app, truck drivers report their roadside issue and simultaneously secure a place in line for assistance.
DC Velocity
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
Lift TrucksSales surpassed 250,000 in a year for first time in history, group says.
Move Ahead
JULY 17, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing has outgrown its previous facility in Evansville, Indiana, and has relocated to a new, larger, state-of-the-art building at 15631 Neeley Street in Evansville. We now have four truck bays, an automatic wash bay and a fuel island.” We have expanded from a 3 acre lot to 7 acres and boast 16,000-square-feet of office and truck maintenance space.”.
Carter Logistics
JUNE 13, 2018
5th Annual United Way Human Truck Pull. Carter Express & Logistics is excited to announce that Saturday, September the 8th at 10:00 am we will be the Presenting Sponsor and Event Sponsor this year at the 5th Annual United Way Human Truck Pull. Blog Topics.
Kane is Able
OCTOBER 24, 2017
There was a terrific piece in Transport Topics recently on National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. Truck Drivers10-16). The writer, Dan Bearth, pointed out that companies do an excellent job celebrating drivers – during this designated week. What’s needed, Dan states, is a year-long appreciation of the value drivers add.
Move Ahead
JULY 25, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing has opened a new location in Grand Junction, Colorado. Strategically positioned between Denver, Colorado, and Salt Lake City, Utah, Penske’s new facility offers full-service truck leasing , consumer and commercial truck rental, contract truck fleet maintenance and connected fleet solutions , a value-added resource to help customers address issues and options related to onboard technology systems (ELDs, telematics, onboard cameras, etc.).
Move Ahead
DECEMBER 12, 2017
Read the FMCSA letter granting the 90-day waiver from the ELD mandate for short-term rental trucks here. Penske Truck Leasing is a top TRALA member and it is among the largest providers of full-service truck leasing and commercial truck rental with a fleet of more than 266,000 vehicles.
Blue Grace Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2017
According to the American Trucking Association’s’ (ATA’s) Truck volume leaped 7.1 The Effect of Disasters on Trucking. The devastation left in the wake of hurricanes Harvey and Irma is also having a significant impact on the trucking industry.
Move Ahead
MARCH 6, 2018
The open road, with its promise of freedom and the chance to experience touchstones of Americana, has traditionally been a draw for many seeking to become professional truck drivers. Women have increasingly made their mark in trucking, enjoying fulfilling careers as professional truck drivers.
Damco
APRIL 30, 2018
Trucking by app? Technology giants and startups alike are rocking the trucking industry boat, for the better. Innovations like apps are a notable trend in trucking, a very atomized industry. In the US for example, 93% of it is represented by carriers with 6 trucks or less.
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