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Paccar recalls 54 Kenworth, Peterbilt models for possible steering gear fractures...
Paccar Inc., which owns Kenworth Trucks and Peterbilt Motors, is recalling 54 models of medium- and heavy-duty trucks – over 50,000 units – due to faulty steering gear assembly that may result in fractures and crashes.
There was a recall in June of more than 105,000 trucks, construction equipment and vocational equipment affecting 29 manufacturers.
Small Fleet recap: Making the transition from company driver to owner-operator...
James “The Rooster” Bowen from Back the Truck Up joins Jamie Hagen of Hell Bent Xpress to discuss starting a trucking business. For those who want to become owner-operators, they cover everything from knowing how to begin to calculating cost of operations.
Diesel Drops Below $5 for First Time Since March...
According to data released by the Energy Information Administration on Aug. 8, the national average price of diesel fell below $5 a gallon for the first time since March.
Senate Votes to Overturn Biden Environmental Rule...
On Aug. 4, the Senate overturned a rule requiring rigorous environmental reviews of major infrastructure projects including highways, pipelines and oil wells in a surprise victory for Republicans. Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia enabled the victory.
What is double brokering, who are the double brokers?...
Co-brokering is double brokering done legally. It is still important to note that all parties are informed about what is happening, and all legal issues are addressed.
The problem arises when a freight broker unknowingly gives a load to a double broker. Loads are often not covered, or they are partially covered (consolidated with other shipments), railed, or are not covered by the carrier’s insurance.
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