Cliff Abbott

Freight volumes for August were better than July … or worse, depending on which report was viewed. In the meantime, spot freight rates may be nearing

‘Chaos’ accurately describes current ups and downs of trucking industry  Remember that old “fortunately/unfortunately” joke series of long ago? Like the

Summitt Trucking LLC has filed suit against trailer manufacturer Fruehauf, alleging improper installation of brake system components on 100 trailers

Much has been written in recent days about federal efforts to shut down CDL mills. (If you’ve been living under a rock, so-called “CDL mills” are truck

Find out why trucking is getting more expensive. Analyze the key factors from the ATRI report affecting operational costs.

As the trucking industry eyes freight rate increases, two major issues continue to roil the markets. One is the on-again, off-again war with Iran and its

In the oil fields around Carlsbad, New Mexico, trucking is a way of life for many. Some drivers spend their entire career in the fields — while some, like

The landscape of drug testing for commercial vehicle operators is changing, and it could impact one of your most important job resources, your drug and

The cost of diesel fuel remained a major profitability factor in May, as small trucking businesses saw increased revenues largely consumed by higher fuel

You work hard to promote safety in your trucking business. You’re managing both the risk and the cost of insuring that risk. You’ve successfully avoided