The Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC) will host the Mid American Truck Show in Louisville, KY. The date is March 22-24, 2012 and will feature many exhibitors , seminars, forums as well as recruiters. Also enjoy free concerts for attendees from some great artist! Join James Otto , El Camino and Blackberry Smoke in concerts at [...]
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2012 Brings Increased Demand In Jobs For The Trucking Industry
2012 is bringing a big increase in jobs for truckers. Companies are cashing in as the demand for good drivers is on the rise. According to the organizers of the annual Convention and Truck Show in Peoria, Illinois the demand for drivers is up this year. The annual Convention and Truck Show met in Peoria, [...]
Tonnage may flatten from rising fuel costs -American Trucking Associations
Looks like high prices may flatten a well improved tonnage soon. The American Trucking Associations says growth could slow soon. After fallen 2.7 percent in Feb and rising 1.7 percent energy prices may knock things back down. Many folk are being hopeful that fuel prices peak and begin to fall soon. http://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/news/2011/04/26/fuel-costs-american-trucking-association.html?ana=yfcpc
50 largest U.S. for-hire carriers increased revenue to $85.4 billion
This story is a few weeks old a good one. The 50 largest U.S. for-hire carriers increased revenue to $85.4 billion. That is an expansion of 9.4 % in 2010 For more info: http://www.joc.com/trucking/top-trucking-companies-expand-94-percent-2010
Mexico Border Rule Changes May Be Effecting US Trucking Companies
Great article from Bloomburg that details how new border rules may effect US trucking companies. A new 25-mile border zone may allow Mexican Truckers to pass easily into the US. Farmers, wineries, and Cheesemakers may gain soon from the new program. Some large US trucking companies think the rules may bring fewer benefits to them. [...]
Great West Truck Show June 9th 10th 11th Las Vegas Nevada 2011
The Great West Truck Show is June ,9th ,10th ,11th in Las Vegas, Nevada. The show is hosted at the Las Vegas Convention center. Expect a good time with events like the Custom Rigs Pride and Polish Truck Beauty Competition. There will be plenty of exhibits and seminars ate the event. Plenty of Truck of [...]
A Strong Quarter Gain for J.B. Hunt rising 6%
A Strong Quarter Gain for J.B. Hunt despite bad weather and high gas prices. The Truck business side of J.B. Hunt only gained 6% the first quater. Multiple modes of transport – trucks, rail, ship revenue grew 23% on a 15% increase in volume. posted April 14, 2011, 9:13 AM ET http://blogs.wsj.com/marketbeat/2011/04/14/j-b-hunt-reports-strong-quarter-shares-gain/?mod=yahoo_hs
Iowa 80 Trucking Museum gets Historic First Tractor from Con-way Freight
Iowa 80 Trucking Museum got a great surprise from Con-way Freight. a 1983 Ford CL 9000 cab-over tractor know as ” Ole Number One”. Ole Number One was the Con-way’s first tractor to go into service in the Midwest with the Conway name. Great story on yahoo 4/14/2011… http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Conway-Freight-Donates-iw-61305909.html?x=0&.v=1
5.2% rise in earnings for Marten Transport 1st quarter 2011
Mondovi, Wisconsin based Marten Transport reported 5.2% earnings rise for 1st quarter 2011. Fuel efficiency, cost efficiency, and a focus on growth were the top factors in the 5.2% earnings. Marten is a fast growing company that is increasing operation across America. Marten Transport, Ltd. was founded in 1946 by Roger Marten. http://www.jsonline.com/business/120240994.html
