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Industry OOIDA Foundation Launchs Truck to Success Course for Aspiring Owner‑Operators
The Owner‑Operator Independent Drivers Association Foundation rolls out its annual Truck to Success program, now online and in‑person, to guide CDL‑A drivers toward independent hauling.
Heat Waves and Battery Life: The Hidden Cost of EV Adoption
Extreme temperatures are causing permanent degradation in electric vehicle batteries, forcing fleet managers and owner-operators to rethink long-term asset management.…
Industry New Mexico Adopts California-Style Emissions Mandates for Commercial Trucks
The Land of Enchantment is the latest state to sign onto the Advanced Clean Trucks rule, forcing a shift in heavy-duty v…
Industry Freight Market Stagnation: The Long Road to Recovery for Owner-Operators
As the industry grapples with a prolonged freight recession, experts suggest the bottom is near, though fleet consolidat…
Industry Class 8 Market Rebounds: What the Latest Sales Data Means for Your Bottom Line
New registration data reveals a surprising surge in equipment demand, but market cycles suggest a cooling period is on t…
Industry DOT Seeks Trucking Input on 46 Hazardous Materials Regulation Topics
The U.S. Department of Transportation invites carriers, drivers and industry groups to comment on proposed updates to hazardous materials rules by October 3, 2026.
FMCSA Moves Toward Nationwide Electronic ID Mandate for Trucks
The agency plans a rule proposal by November to equip every interstate commercial vehicle with a roadside‑communicable electronic ID, sparking backlash from drivers and owner‑opera…
Industry FMCSA Weighs Rule Change on Broker Transparency Amid Industry Dispute
Federal regulators are reviewing a long-standing petition from owner-operators to mandate disclosure of transaction reco…
Industry The Lithium Gold Rush: How Battery Shortages Could Reshape the Freight Industry
Automakers are buying their own mines as electric vehicle demand threatens to outpace raw material supply, creating new …
Industry Securing the Cab: Why Connected Fleet Cybersecurity is Your New Pre-Trip Essential
Modern telematics make operations easier, but they also turn every truck into a potential entry point for hackers. Here …
Industry DOT Oral Fluid Testing Remains On Hold As HHS Approves Zero Labs
Despite the June 1, 2026 deadline, no laboratories are currently certified to process oral fluid specimens, forcing fleets to continue using traditional urine-based compliance methods.
How Fleets Are Rewriting Recruitment Playbooks to Win Over Younger CDL Holders
As veteran operators head toward retirement, major carriers and independent fleets are overhauling scheduling, leveraging mobile tech, and leaning into the 'work to live' mindset o…
Industry Truck Platooning and Autonomous Tech: The Next Phase for Fleets
Autonomous systems are reshaping the traditional convoy model, bringing fuel savings alongside heavy regulatory roadbloc…
Industry Kenworth and FASTPORT Launch 2026 Veteran Trucker Award Campaign
Military veterans working as commercial truck drivers can now vie for a top-tier Kenworth T680 Signature Edition rig thr…
Industry Kenworth Marks 100 Years with Parade in Chillicothe, Ohio
The 100th anniversary celebration features historic and modern trucks, a community event, and a record‑breaking charity …
Industry Road Warriors: Why Half of Owner-Operators Refuse to Leave Pets Behind
A new survey underscores the vital role of animal companions in combating isolation for long-haul drivers.
Fuel Retailers Push Back Against EPA’s Heavy-Duty Electrification Mandates
Major industry groups are calling for a technology-neutral approach to emissions, arguing that current renewable fuels offer a more practical path forward than forced electric adop…
Industry Freight Market Bottoms Out as Analysts Debate Timing of Trucking Rebound
Mixed economic indicators leave carriers and owner-operators questioning when demand will stabilize, with shrinking oper…
Industry Strategic Moves for Professional Growth in the Trucking Sector
From HAZMAT endorsements to network building, experienced drivers use specific tactics to climb the ladder in a competit…
Industry Southern Indiana Truck Convoy Gears Up to Support Make-A-Wish
Truckers are preparing to roll into Osgood, Indiana, for an annual charity convoy aimed at funding critical wishes for c…
