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Industry ATA Driver Compensation Study Reveals Ongoing Wage Growth Across Fleet Sectors
New industry data shows truck driver pay continuing to climb despite soft spot market conditions, with private fleets and private contractors leading earnings.
Federal Funding Push Targets Chronic Truck Parking Shortage
A congressional funding bill aims to inject $200 million into commercial vehicle parking infrastructure, targeting a crisis that costs long-haul drivers nearly an hour of daily pro…
Industry Finding Perspective on the Long Haul: What Keeps Truck Drivers Grounded
Long hours and extended time away from home test the resilience of every CDL-A driver on the highway, but a recent surve…
Industry Love’s Travel Stops Extends Driver Appreciation Month with New Discounts
From double points to free hats, Love’s offers a suite of perks for truckers this September.…
Industry How to Maximize Your 34-Hour Reset on the Road
A practical guide for professional truck drivers and owner-operators on turning mandatory downtime into actual rest and …
Industry Fueling the Long Haul: The Practical Guide to Make-Ahead Meals for Truckers
Master the art of meal prep to save money, dodge truck stop junk food, and stay healthy behind the wheel.
USDOT Releases National V2X Blueprint to Target Highway Fatalities
Federal transportation officials are pushing a new connectivity framework aimed at linking commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, and roadside infrastructure to slash highway death…
Industry Jackie Reed Crowned 2024 NTDC Grand Champion in Indianapolis
Mississippi FedEx Freight driver takes home the top safety title at the 87th National Truck Driving Championships, besti…
Industry Covenant Driver Hits 3 Million Accident-Free Miles in Rare Industry Milestone
Don Lord becomes only the second driver in company history to reach the staggering safety record after nearly three deca…
Industry The Backbone of Freight: Mastering Dry Van Operations on the American Highway
An inside look at why enclosed trailers remain the workhorse of American freight, offering steady miles and constant dem…
Industry Truck Parking Club Crosses 600-Location Mark Amid Severe Driver Rest Shortages
The digital parking platform has accelerated its expansion speed, adding another hundred secure spaces to its nationwide inventory in just over a month.
Brake Safety Enforcement Mandates Strict CDL-A Rig Inspections
Commercial vehicle enforcement targets worn friction material and advanced testing gear during roadside stops.…
Industry Walmart Knocks PepsiCo Out of Top Spot in 2024 Private Fleet Rankings
After a fourteen-year run at the top, PepsiCo yields the number one spot on the latest private carrier list as retail gi…
Industry OOIDA Lashes Out at Industry Retention Crisis, Blames Poor Pay and Broken CDL Training
Lewie Pugh tells freight stakeholders in Kansas City that retention, not driver shortages, is the real crisis breaking t…
Industry Wisconsin Flatbed Driver Matthew Boenisch Prepares for National Truck Driving Championships Glory
Howards Grove professional driver Matthew Boenisch brings state champion precision to the Super Bowl of Safety.…
Industry Bridging the Experience Gap: Why Mentorship Matters for the Next Generation of Truck Drivers
As veteran drivers hit retirement age, formal mentorship programs are proving essential for cutting down accidents, retaining new talent, and keeping freight moving across America.
Katy Furnell Shapes Client Strategy at Truck Drivers U.S.A.
Behind the scenes at Truck Drivers U.S.A., Client Strategy Manager Katy Furnell combines five years of industry experience with a personalized approach to carrier support and fleet…
Industry DTNA Recalls Over 3,000 Trucks Over Steering Defect Risks
Daimler Trucks North America has issued a safety recall impacting more than 3,000 commercial vehicles due to improperly …
Industry Schneider Veteran Hits Five Million Safe Miles Without a Preventable Accident
Greg Swift joins an elite group, becoming only the third driver in Schneider National’s nearly 90-year history to cross …
Industry Diesel Prices Slip Again, Marking Fifth Straight Week of Declines
National diesel average drops five cents, with East Coast, Midwest and California seeing six‑cent cuts, easing fuel cost…
