PGT is well known for its innovative approach to all things flatbed. The company applies this same attitude to driver hiring and training.
This week in Borderlands: Experts see strong cross-border flatbed demand this year; Tesla breaks ground on Texas lithium refinery; DHL invests $120 million to expand operations in Mexico; and Mediterranean Shipping Co. opens Arizona office.
Nikola customers will test Plus autonomy on the startup’s battery and fuel cell electric trucks this year and make it standard in 2024.
Through a data-driven approach, PGT Trucking proactively corrects unsafe driving behavior before an accident occurs, leading to improvements in driver safety, retention and efficiency.
A letter of intent for 100 of its fuel cell trucks in Germany boosts Nikola’s global zero-emission aspirations.
Hydrogen provider Plug Power will buy 75 Nikola fuel cell trucks while processing hydrogen Nikola will purchase.
PGT is uniquely positioned to be a part of the industrywide change, working toward larger sustainable goals while still creating immediate impacts within its own company.
Whether drivers are hauling lumber or this season’s most popular tech gadget, a transportation company must have a thorough and proactive approach to theft prevention to keep customer cargo and company assets safe.
Weather safety starts well before the first raindrop or snowflake falls, so shippers should look for carriers, like PGT Trucking, that have strong proactive internal processes in place.
Mexico’s proximity to the Americas and favorable operating environment has made it an attractive location for many U.S. companies wanting to expand or move their manufacturing operation.
This week in Borderlands: Tesla proposes $375M lithium refinery for EV batteries in Texas; PGT Trucking expands border operations; Lineage Logistics signs lease at Houston ColdPort; and Otay Mesa port of entry receives $150M federal grant.
When it comes to truck driver safety, one might assume that the majority of injuries are the result of vehicle crashes, but this is not always the case.
While technology has a place in the evolution of transportation, not everything in the day-to-day operations should be replaced by it. Interpersonal relationships are essential and the foundation for success.
PGT Trucking, Inc. has a proven solution to assist prospective owner-operators through today’s market challenges — lease purchasing.
Joining larger fleets as independent contractors could provide drivers with the support they need to weather volume changes and rate decreases while simultaneously coping with rising fuel and operational costs.
Commercial vehicle crashes often make front page news, but these accidents — and resulting injuries and fatalities — are actually on the decline.
While hydrogen fuel cells offer a promising alternative to ozone-threatening diesel engines, creating an electric-friendly infrastructure will require dedication from government regulators, equipment manufacturers and industry players alike.
At the press conference announcing the deal, the first user of the Locomation technology, Wilson Logistics, gave an update on what it is doing in the autonomous space.
Autonomous trucks have garnered a significant amount of attention during this transition thanks to their impressive environmental benefits and inherent ability to solve a variety of industry ills. While technological efforts to get these vehicles on the road have progressed quickly, regulations surrounding their use have been slower to follow.
PGT Trucking channels efforts and funds into two partnerships that will infuse labor market with skilled logistics technicians.
With a growing stack of letters of intent, Nikola approaches player status in electric trucks if its demonstration units meet performance requirements.
The major differentiator between PGT as a cross-border carrier and other carriers is its door-to-door operation.
President of PGT Trucking said the load-matching trend doesn’t adequately respond to today’s supply chain constraints, driver shortage and polluted environment.
Editor’s Note: Updates with closing stock price Nikola Corp. set aside $125 million to potentially settle a Securities and Exchange Commission complaint but will seek to get indicted founder Trevor Milton to reimburse the civil penalty and other costs. The startup electric truck maker is awaiting full SEC approval of the settlement, which covers alleged […]
Hershey said that typically, up to 10% of PGT’s drivers may pivot to dry van for the winter months.
Nikola continues to work its fuel cell electric truck reservation book, converting flatbed hauler PGT Trucking to a letter of intent.
“We see Locomation’s autonomous technology as a win-win situation for both our older and younger drivers,” said Hickly.
PGT Trucking attributes industry longevity to relationships, adaptability
Carriers, logistics businesses and technology providers make the cut in 2020.
