After reviewing and implementing a new fee for oversize/overweight permits which was effective Oct. 1, 2021, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will implement another increase in fees for overweight divisible loads effective Jan. 1, 2022. The increase comes after INDOT reviewed the 2014 Joint Transportation Research Program (JTRP) Report … Read More
Medallion Transport Holdings and companies will again be supporting the Ronald McDonald House this holiday season to help the families of children receiving medical treatment in central Indiana area medical facilities. There are more than 375 Ronald McDonald Houses throughout the US in 64 countries and regions. The two Indianapolis … Read More
It’s that time of year again. The midwest, northeast, mountain areas in the west and more are already experiencing winter weather, including snow, sleet and hail which make driving conditions challenging, especially for truck drivers. Medallion Transport & Logistics put together some tips to help keep truck drivers and owner-operators … Read More
For the first time in three years, the allowable driver per diem is going up. The Internal Revenue Service said the per diem for transportation workers in the 2021-22 period will be rising to $69 for travel in the continental U.S. and up to $74 for travel outside the continental … Read More
Great question, we’re not sure we have all the answers, but we’ve spent a lot of time trying to understand. Here’s a brief outline of why the industry can not get enough trailers to satisfy the demand and what Medallion Transport Holdings is doing to help. Labor shortage in manufacturing … Read More
This Sunday, August 22, Brake Safety Week begins. The week-long (Aug. 22 – 28) inspection period will focus on brake systems and components. There are 15 states where enforcement is more prioritized, according to data in an article published by ccjdigital.com. Some states put more focus on braking systems in … Read More
Owner-Operator, Cliff Richard, delivered his final load last week in Ft. Detrick, MD after being in the trucking industry for 35 years and with NHH Services the final five years of his career. He’s ready for retirement and everyone he’s worked with, from other truck drivers to his dispatcher, … Read More
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) notifies motorists of asphalt rehab on I-69 in Caldwell County. The contractor will make repairs between KY 293 (mile point 82.93) and Longbreak Road/KY 2613 (mile point 86.34). Outside lane closures will begin August 5 on both southbound and northbound lanes. The maximum lane width will be … Read More
CVSA has set August 22-28, 2021 as Brake Safety Week. The week-long inspection period will focus on brake systems and components. As always, proactively check and service your vehicle to ensure you are mechanically fit, compliant, and SAFE! During Brake Safety Week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors emphasize the importance of … Read More
The 2021 Operation Safe Driver Week is set for July 11-17 and this year’s emphasis is on speeding. During Operation Safe Driver Week, law enforcement personnel will be on the lookout for commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in risky driving behaviors in or around a commercial … Read More
