Hot Shot’s Secret distributes trucker appreciation care packages
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret performance oils and additives, is distributing 500 Trucker Appreciation Care Packages from its headquarters in central Ohio. The Hot Shot’s Secret Truck Appreciation Care Package includes one free 16 oz. bottle of Hot Shot’s Secret Everyday Diesel Treatment, one 4 oz. bottle of Hot Shot’s Secret
The Coronavirus and trucking
Every industry has been affected in some way or another by the current Coronavirus crisis, and trucking is no different; though as an essential service, trucks have been able to continue to run their routes and shops have continued to fix said trucks. While they might not face the same challenges as, say, restaurants, fleets do
FTR: February likely last positive month this year for Trucking Conditions Index
Sharp declines in freight volumes, utilization and rates due to the COVID-19 pandemic could lead to the worst overall trucking conditions on record during the second quarter of this year, according to FTR’s projections for the Trucking Conditions Index (TCI). FTR forecasts that the TCI will hit its lowest points in April and May, but
Larson Electronics offering portable UV disinfection carts
Larson Electronics is offering portable UV disinfection carts designed to sanitize big areas, spaces and facilities. No contact with surfaces or objects is needed during the process, which Larson Electronics says makes this solution low risk and safe. Features of the portable sanitation cart (IND-CD-48-2L) include: Two UVC fluorescent lamps; Operates on 120-277V AC; Comes
How trucking is doing more during the Coronavirus pandemic
Today demands adaptability and flexibility. The Coronavirus pandemic has brought with it market uncertainty that will likely have a long-term effect. But one thing remains certain: Trucking is essential. As the fleet managers responsible for running the trucks and managing the drivers that are delivering essential goods, strong fundamentals will enable creative uses of your
Volvo Financial Services offers enhanced finance program
Volvo Financial Services (VFS) is offering customers in the U.S. an enhanced finance program on the purchase or lease of a model year 2020 or 2019 Volvo VNL, VNR, VNX or VHD model during this time of financial uncertainty as a result of COVID-19. Volvo says the “Hammer Down 2.0” program extends the first payment
Alternative Fuel tax credit retroactively extended for propane autogas vehicles
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is encouraging propane autogas fleet operators to take advantage of the Alternative Fuel Tax Credit, which was recently passed by the U.S. Congress as part of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020. Propane autogas fleet operators who apply for the tax credit will be able to claim a
Mack offering enhanced finance packages amid Coronavirus situation
Mack Financial Services (MFS) is offering several enhanced and unique finance programs to help customers of all segments during the current Coronavirus situation. MFS is offering four finance programs, all of which extend the first payment date for qualified buyers. Programs are for model year 2020 and 2019 Mack Anthem, Pinnacle, Granite, LR and TerraPro models.
Verizon Connect updates Navigation mobile app
Verizon Connect has updated Navigation, its mobile app that works with the company’s fleet management technology, with information on open truck stops and hours of operation to help the long-haul truck drivers who encounter rest stop closures. The team checks for updates at the state level, the departments of transportation and chains (e.g., Pilot, TA)
Drivewyze adds rest area alerts for Florida
With Florida joining Pennsylvania in suspending parking at select rest areas due to Coronavirus, Drivewyze is providing “open and closed” alerts for Florida’s 65 rest areas and welcome centers. The Florida alerts have already been activated, joining the Pennsylvania rest area alerts that went live on March 24. Drivewyze safety notification alerts are available and
Bridgestone to restart North American commercial tire operations
Bridgestone Americas has announced plans to restart its North American commercial tire plants as well as its North American Firestone Industrial Products and Firestone Building Products manufacturing facilities on April 13. Bridgestone says its start-up plans reflect the performance trend in several key areas of its commercial and diversified products businesses not as severely affected
Federal Highway Administration allowing states to permit food trucks in rest areas to serve commercial truck drivers
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a notice to state departments of transportation that the agency is suspending enforcement measures under the Federal-aid Highway Program for states that choose to permit commercial food trucks to operate and sell food, in accordance with state laws, in designated federally-funded interstate highway rest
