Category: Training

Truckstop Raises Awareness for Driver Well-being Challenges During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Truckstop Raises Awareness for Driver Well-being Challenges During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

| September 10, 2023

Truckstop surveyed over 500 long-haul truck drivers to gain an understanding of the challenges they face on the road to eat healthy and stay active In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. 10-16), Truckstop surveyed over 500 long-haul truck drivers to gain an understanding of the challenges they face on the road to […]

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Kriete First to Achieve Electric Truck Certification in Wisconsin

Kriete First to Achieve Electric Truck Certification in Wisconsin

| September 8, 2023

Volvo and Mack Trucks designed its Certified EV Dealer program to ensure technicians understand the proper safety procedures when servicing electric drivetrains and components Wisconsin-based commercial truck and equipment dealer Kriete Truck Centers has completed the rigorous training and facility upgrades to become the first Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer […]

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USAA Unveils Top 10 States with Most & Least Distracted Drivers

USAA Unveils Top 10 States with Most & Least Distracted Drivers

| September 7, 2023

With more drivers on the road, distracted driving remains a leading cause of accidents and fatalities for Americans USAA has released data on distracted driving trends in the United States during the first half of 2023. The data, compiled from USAA’s SafePilot® telematics app, offers valuable insights into the states where drivers are most and least prone to […]

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Best Fleets to Drive For® Nominations Open

Best Fleets to Drive For® Nominations Open

| September 6, 2023

16th edition of annual survey and contest seeks best employers in North American trucking industry Best Fleets to Drive For®, produced by CarriersEdge, has officially opened nominations for the 16th edition of the program. Now through October 31st, 2023, company drivers and independent contractors can visit www.bf2df.com to formally nominate the companies they work with […]

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Semi-Finalists Announced for the 2023 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award

Semi-Finalists Announced for the 2023 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award

| September 6, 2023

A Record Number of Nominations Leads to 17 Semi-Finalists for the 2023 ‘Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence’ Award After a record number of nominations for the 2023 “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” award, Kenworth, Fastport, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative announced the semi-finalists for the ultimate prize: a Kenworth […]

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160 Driving Academy Launches New Location in Indiana

160 Driving Academy Launches New Location in Indiana

| August 28, 2023

160 Driving Academy’s newest location in Daleville, Indiana hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Academy  160 Driving Academy’s newest location in Daleville, Indiana hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Academy. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Muncie Location occurred on Wednesday, August 16th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Attendees included Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Indiana House Representative Elizabeth […]

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