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Industry 19 Road-Tested Tips Every Truck Driver Swears By
Seasoned CDL‑A drivers and owner‑operators share the practical advice that keeps them safe, on time, and respectful on America’s highways.
FMCSA to Drop MC Numbers, Accelerate Verification to Fight Freight Fraud
Agency vows faster, more secure registration for carriers, brokers and freight forwarders, targeting a surge in industry scams.…
Industry Truckers Gear Up for April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Prime Pull‑Over Spots Across the Heartland
Owner‑operators and OTR drivers can turn their routes into a front‑row seat for the 2024 total solar eclipse. Here’s whe…
Industry Study Finds Near‑$1 Trillion Needed to Electrify U.S. Trucking Fleet
Clean Freight Coalition‑commissioned analysis says $620 billion for chargers and $370 billion for grid upgrades will be …
Industry Spring and Summer Evenings Offer New Relief for Truck Drivers
Longer days and warm weather give OTR drivers, owner‑operators and CDL‑A carriers fresh ways to unwind, stay fit and con…
Industry Wreaths Across America Revives Virtual Convoy, Calls on Trucking Community for 2024
The nonprofit’s Truckloads of Remembrance aims to load a full trailer of veteran wreaths from all 50 states, inviting carriers, owner‑operators and industry groups to sponsor and honor servicemembers at Arlington National Cemetery.
Trucking Employment Holds Steady as Market Shows Signs of Balance
Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows only a 300‑job dip in February, hinting that the sector’s long‑running downturn may be easing for CDL‑A drivers and owner‑operators alike.…
Industry Mack Trucks Launches 2025 Calendar Contest, Highlights Oldest Revenue Trucks
Mack Trucks opens submissions for its 2025 calendar, adding a historic category for the oldest active Mack and offering …
Industry California Judge Rejects Trucking Challenge to AB 5, Keeps Law in Force
A federal judge denied the latest injunction request from the California Trucking Association and the Owner‑Operator Ind…
Industry Spring 2026 Brings Safer Roads and Fresh Opportunities for Truckers
Mild weather, longer daylight and blooming landscapes give CDL‑A drivers and owner‑operators a welcome lift as the seaso…
Industry Semi-Stow Launches 12.5‑Acre Truck Parking Yard in Columbus, Ohio
The new facility adds 375+ spots, AI‑driven security and direct access to major freight corridors, giving owner‑operators and fleets a strategic staging point in the Midwest.
Navistar Teams with Plus to Launch Level‑4 Autonomous Truck Pilot
Navistar and Plus move toward commercial autonomous trucks, targeting hub‑to‑hub routes and a 25‑billion‑mile market on U.S. interstates.…
Industry Federal Highway Administration Launches 16‑Year EV Truck Charging Blueprint
A 12,000‑mile network of battery and hydrogen stations targets high‑volume interstates and ports, aiming for 30% zero‑em…
Industry St. Patrick’s Day Parade Legacy Fuels Truckers’ Festivities
From 1737 Boston streets to modern rig decorations, the Irish holiday shapes driver culture across the United States.…
Industry Congress Restores Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot, Boosting Young CDL Pathways
The FY2024 transportation appropriations bill revives the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot, removing FMCSA hurdles and o…
Industry FMCSA Opens $180 Million Safety Grant Program for Trucking Industry
Federal regulators unveil five grant tracks aimed at cutting crashes, expanding training and modernizing technology for commercial motor vehicles.
Maverick Transportation Drives The Wall That Heals Across America
Maverick’s veteran‑focused fleet hauls the Vietnam memorial replica on a multi‑state tour, giving drivers a chance to honor service while showcasing the trucking industry’s communi…
Industry Pilot Travel Centers Expands Network with 10 New Centers in 2024
Pilot announces a 2024 rollout of ten new travel centers, 500 new truck parking spaces, and a partnership with Southern …
Industry Veteran Trucker Targets 45,000 New Parking Spots by 2032
Industry insider Frank Sonzala rolls out a 100‑site, fenced‑in parking network designed to ease the chronic shortage of …
Industry Truckers Find New Ways to Treat Themselves On the Road
A fleet operator launches a wellness program that highlights ten practical self‑care tactics for drivers, from healthy s…
