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Industry Congress Clears Path for Veterans Seeking CDL Training Through GI Bill
The Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act clears Congress, removing bureaucratic roadblocks that previously delayed veterans from using educational benefits at new truck driving school branches.
Love's Travel Stops Adds Relay Payments to Digital Network
Drivers and fleets using Relay Payments can now settle transactions at Love's locations across the country, expanding the reach of the digital transaction platform.…
Industry J.B. Hunt Tests Cummins X15N Natural Gas Rig in Clean Energy Program
Major fleet operator hits the road with renewable natural gas power as infrastructure expands across major freight corri…
Industry Top Pet-Friendly Truck Stops for Drivers Rolling with Furry Co-Pilots
Finding reliable stops with dedicated amenities for canine travel companions makes life on the long haul much easier for…
Industry Truckload Carriers Association Takes Parking Fight to Capitol Hill
TCA leadership and professional drivers descend on Washington to press lawmakers for long-overdue infrastructure funding…
Industry Mack Trucks Signs On as Official Long-Haul Hauler for Richard Childress Racing
The heavy-duty truck manufacturer supplies custom Anthem sleepers to transport cars and race equipment for the multi-championship NASCAR team.
Survey Highlights Key Truck Stop Safety Features for Female Truck Drivers
New research from Trucker Path and Women In Motion pinpoints the exact truck stop amenities female CDL-A holders need to feel secure on the road.…
Industry Choosing the Right CDL-A Route: Top Driving Careers for Newcomers
Breaking into the freight sector requires weighing lifestyle, compensation, and home time. Here is a breakdown of the be…
Industry ATRI Seizes Driver Data to Combat Multi-Billion Dollar Cargo Theft Surge
The American Transportation Research Institute is calling on motor carriers and owner-operators to submit critical opera…
Industry Recall Issued for 17,000 Freightliner and Western Star Trucks Over Brake Light Failure
Daimler Truck North America orders a safety recall after NHTSA flags brake‑light glitches that could hide an automatic e…
Industry New Truckstop Survey Highlights Veteran Carrier Safety and Road Habits
Data from over 850 surveyed carriers reveal deep industry experience, safety records, and preferred cab entertainment during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
Truck Drivers Celebrate 2023’s Top Memes, Finding Humor in Long Haul Life
The industry’s favorite trucker memes of the year offer a brief respite from the rig’s long hours, highlighting everyday challenges and camaraderie among OTR drivers.…
Industry J.B. Hunt Secures Spot on TIME's 2024 World's Best Companies List
The major transport and logistics provider earned international recognition through worker surveys, revenue milestones, …
Industry Truck Stop Safety: Protecting Your Rig and Livelihood on the Road
Outdated infrastructure and cramped lots make truck stops high-risk zones for professional drivers. Here is how CDL-A ho…
Industry Trucking Fleets Tap Advanced Simulators to Recruit and Train Drivers
High-tech training rigs are drawing a tech-savvy generation to the industry while giving seasoned operators a safe way t…
Industry Route 66 Shutdown in Oklahoma Demands Route Adjustments for CDL Drivers
A year-long closure in Wellston impacts regional freight movement as the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority launches a massive bridge and highway overhaul.
Volvo Boosts Electric Truck Range to 372 Miles Ahead of European Rollout
The heavy-duty FH Electric model receives a major range extension through an innovative e-axle design and improved battery management, though North American drivers will have to wa…
Industry Private Fleets Capture Record Share of Outbound Freight as Shippers Tighten Control
New National Private Truck Council data shows company fleets hauling 75% of outbound freight, squeezing for-hire carrier…
Industry Multi Service Fuel Card Adds RaceTrac and RaceWay Locations to Heavy-Duty Network
Over 75 Southeast travel center locations now accept the card, with more expansion planned across Texas, Indiana, North …
Industry TravelCenters of America Raises Nearly $300,000 for Driver Support and Anti-Trafficking Groups
TA channels funds from annual golf tournament and customer round-up campaigns directly to the St. Christopher Relief Fun…
