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Industry Kenworth vs. Peterbilt: Breaking Down the Flagship PACCAR Brands for Owner-Operators
A deep dive into how legacy, styling, maintenance intervals, and resale values stack up between trucking's two heavy-duty titans.
CVSA Sets Brake Safety Enforcement Dates as Fleets Prepare for Rigorous Checks
Commercial vehicle inspectors target brake linings and pads during the upcoming safety blitz, putting owner-operators and fleet maintenance teams on notice.…
Industry Staying Fit in the Cab: Practical Health Strategies for OTR Drivers
Maintaining physical wellness behind the wheel requires resourcefulness, but smart drivers are using truck stops, local …
Industry Arizona Roadcheck Results Bench Over 180 Trucks and 101 Drivers
State and federal enforcement teams sidelined dozens of rigs and operators during a multi-day sweep across northern Ariz…
Industry EKSAtelecom Launches S30 Open‑Ear Headset Designed for Truckers
The new headset offers 70+ hours battery life, 99.9% noise cancellation, and an open‑ear design that keeps drivers alert…
Industry FMCSA Targets Predatory Semi-Truck Towing and Inflated Recovery Fees
Federal regulators open proceedings following years of pressure from owner-operators facing exorbitant bills for nonconsensual tows.
Ten Essential Audiobooks and Reads to Clear the Windshield Monotony on Long Hauls
Keep your mind sharp across interstate miles with these ten road-tested book recommendations curated specifically for professional truck drivers and owner-operators.…
Industry ATRI Sets 2024 Research Agenda Targeting Nuclear Verdicts, Cargo Theft, and Driver Pipelines
The American Transportation Research Institute has locked in its core studies for the year, focusing heavily on soaring …
Industry Bipartisan Bill HR8505 Takes Aim at Freight Fraud With Heavy OOIDA Backing
New legislation seeks to restore FMCSA penalties and mandate physical business addresses to protect small-business carri…
Industry Colorado Tightens Screws on Freight Haulers with New Left-Lane Bans and Mandated Chain Zones
Governor Jared Polis signs sweeping legislation targeting commercial motor vehicles across mountain passes, introducing …
Industry Tennessee Officials Warn Truck Drivers of Rising Black Bear Activity and Litter Hazards on State Routes
State transportation and wildlife agencies urge commercial drivers to secure food waste as seasonal bear populations peak along scenic corridors and major freight routes.
Electric Truck Integration Stalls Under Trillion-Dollar Price Tag and Heavy Regulation
Industry experts at the ATA Midyear Management Session break down the crushing costs and charging delays threatening fleet electrification.…
Industry FMCSA Delists Blue Star and ELD Mandate Plus ELDs; July 20 Deadline for Replacement
The agency removed two logging devices from its approved list, forcing carriers to switch to paper logs or other softwar…
Industry J&M Tank Lines Appoints New Vice President of Operations
The Birmingham-based specialized carrier brings in a three-decade industry veteran to lead terminal operations and drive…
Industry New Congressional Package Aims to Fast-Track CDL Training for Military Veterans
A bipartisan legislative push in Washington seeks to dismantle red tape surrounding GI Bill funding for CDL schools, ope…
Industry Utah Targets Aggressive Driving With New Law Targeting Road Rage
State legislators sign a new measure into law introducing steep fines, vehicle impoundments, and potential prison time for aggressive driving incidents.
From the Cab to the Silver Screen: Eight Hollywood Icons Who Started as Truck Drivers
Long before hitting the red carpet, several legendary actors, musicians, and filmmakers put in hard miles behind the wheel of a commercial truck.…
Industry Wasted Space and Empty Miles Plague U.S. Freight Sector
A recent industry study reveals massive trailer inefficiency, exposing how partial loads and empty miles drive up costs …
Industry From the Cab to the Silver Screen: Eight Famous Figures Who Started Behind the Wheel
Long before hitting Hollywood, music legends, blockbuster directors, and silver-screen icons earned an honest living shi…
Industry FMCSA Keeps $75,000 Broker Rule Intact Despite OOIDA Pushback
Federal regulators turn down demands for stricter broker oversight, leaving current financial security standards untouch…
