October 2011 News Archive

Despite the weather moving into the cooler fall months, parts of Texas are still reeling from the difficult dry summer that left many of their livestock malnourished and their crops dried out.

Even though the weather is getting colder throughout the country, some great trucking events are just gearing up for the fall season.

Although many trucking companies offer general services to haul freight, some are finding that focusing their efforts on specific products is proving to be lucrative.

A large trucking company that has ties to the industry nationwide recently made a donation to a Florida community organization to show their local support.

Many of those who are taking their CDL training coursework to become future truckers know that the industry is experiencing an upswing in job opportunities, which is a disparity next to the high unemployment statistics nationwide.

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has been a main source in the industry for recognizing truck companies for their outstanding performances in security and safety of all motorists on the road.

Many truckers know that despite the uncertain economic times, there are still opportunities for employment within the trucking industry for those who have completed their CDL training and certification coursework.

Planning continues in preparation for the new cross-border ruling by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to ensure that all those involved with logistics relations between the U.S. and Mexico are safe and protected.

Although statistics about driver mishaps as a whole are useful, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) plans to dig deeper into this issue by studying the individual habits of commercial drivers throughout the country.

Truckers must tackle some difficult situations every day while navigating the nation's highways to ensure the safety and protection of all motorists on the road.