Industry The High-Stakes World of Remote Logistics: A Driver’s Perspective
From ice road hauling to wildfire support, KAG Canada driver Crystal Rendall proves that resilience is the primary requirement for success in extreme environments.
Cabin Companions: Making Life on the Road Work with Your Pet
Bringing a furry partner along for the haul can change the isolation of the job, but it requires strict discipline and planning to stay compliant and safe.…
Industry Guilford Technical Community College Secures $1.7M for CDL Training Expansion
A massive federal investment in the Triad region aims to double the capacity of a key CDL training hub, targeting a 31% …
Industry Fuel Efficiency Tech is Changing How Carriers Evaluate Performance
Fleets are shifting from simple MPG metrics to real-time, in-cab coaching as they hunt for better bottom-line results.…
Industry Cutting Costs and Carbon: A Practical Guide to Sustainable Trucking
Efficiency isn't just about the planet; it's about keeping more cash in your pocket at the end of every haul.
Arkansas Adds 84 Truck Parking Spaces on I-40 Westbound
The Arkansas DOT has converted a former welcome center in West Memphis into a dedicated trucking facility, adding much-needed rest stops for OTR drivers navigating the interstate.…
Industry The Invisible Engine: Why Carriers Are Scrambling for Back-Office Staff
While the driver shortage grabs headlines, trucking companies are quietly fighting an equally fierce battle to staff the…
Industry Keeping It in the Family: The Realities of Running a Trucking Business
Building an independent fleet with family members offers unique advantages, but it requires strict professional boundari…
Industry Freight Cycle Shows Signs of Turning Point Following Months of Decline
ACT Research analysts point to tightening capacity and easing inflation as indicators that the bottom of the long-standi…
Industry ABF Freight Driver Named Highway Angel After Saving Woman in Carlisle Crash
Chicory Calhoun’s quick response on I‑81 earned him a TCA award, highlighting the critical role truckers play in roadside safety.
House Committee Advances Transport Bills Targeting Parking and CDLs
Lawmakers push through a legislative package aimed at fixing the national truck parking deficit, streamlining CDL testing, and updating vehicle weight limits for alternative fuel h…
Industry Keeping Bonds Alive: Practical Relationship Advice for Long-Haul Truckers
Life behind the wheel strains marriages and family ties, but these five strategies help OTR drivers and owner-operators …
Industry Iowa Caps Non-Economic Damages at $5 Million to Combat Nuclear Verdicts in Trucking
Governor Kim Reynolds signs legislation restricting pain and suffering payouts in commercial vehicle crash lawsuits, aim…
Industry Beyond the Sleeper: 10 Essential Stops for the Long-Haul Professional
When the miles start to blur, these American landmarks offer more than just a place to park—they provide a genuine break…
Industry Penn State Behrend Opens 77‑Hour CDL‑A Training Program
The university’s new course offers truck drivers a streamlined path to certification, with potential financial aid and industry‑backed curriculum.
Federal Report Finds HOS Rule Changes Failed to Move the Needle on Safety
New data from the FMCSA suggests that 2020 regulatory adjustments have had little measurable impact on crash rates, leaving drivers and fleets questioning the value of complex comp…
Industry Alabama Renewable Diesel Facility Signals Shift in Fuel Supply
Vertex Energy completes $115 million refinery conversion in Mobile, betting on soybean-based fuel for long-haul trucking…
Industry TCA Launches Small Carrier University to Boost Small Fleet Performance
Truckload Carriers Association rolls out a 12‑month education program aimed at carriers with under 99 trucks, promising …
Industry Freight Fraud Surge Costs Industry Millions, Threatens Small Carriers
Double-brokering schemes are siphoning up to $700 million annually from the shipping market, leaving owner-operators and…
