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Industry Survey Reveals Parking, Traffic, and Detention Remain Top Roadside Headaches
Recent polling of over 800 professional drivers highlights the daily operational barriers facing OTR truck drivers and owner-operators nationwide.
House Bill Targets Age Barriers for Port Freight Hauling
Rep. Brian Mast’s proposed legislation would allow drivers aged 18 to 21 to haul cargo from ports within their home state, aiming to expand the commercial motor vehicle labor pool.…
Industry Ohio Trucker Named Highway Angel After Rescuing Colleague Stricken by Stroke
Joshua Harris of Scotts Miracle-Gro earns national recognition from the Truckload Carriers Association for rushing to he…
Industry Cab Cooking Hacks: How OTR Drivers Skip Truck Stop Fast Food
Veteran drivers share the gear and recipes they use to cook healthy, home-cooked meals right inside their sleepers.…
Industry New Smart AGM Battery Tech Aims to Eliminate Dead 12-Volt Failures for Fleets
Clarios unveils real-time cell monitoring technology designed to predict heavy-duty battery failure before a truck is le…
Industry Heavy-Duty Electric Truck Subscriptions Target Port Drayage Costs
New subscription models are emerging to help carriers and owner-operators navigate expensive zero-emission mandates at California ports without breaking the bank on charging infrastructure and vehicle purchases.
Sensor Technology Transforms Commercial Fleets and Driver Safety
Modern commercial trucks utilize advanced sensor data to monitor driver alertness, optimize route efficiency, and reduce liability for major carriers.…
Industry CDL Exam Topics Every Driver Must Master
A breakdown of the sections on the Commercial Driver’s License test and what they mean for CDL‑A drivers, owner‑operator…
Industry Scott Swenson Earns Minnesota Trucking Association Driver of the Year Award
Veteran driver with nearly 5 million miles earns top honor at MTA banquet…
Industry OOIDA Tells Federal Panel That Mileage-Based Pay Is A Safety Hazard
Tom Weakley of the OOIDA Foundation laid out hard truths to federal regulators, calling the traditional pay-by-the-mile …
Industry Women In Trucking Association Welcomes New President and CEO Jennifer Hedrick
Jennifer Hedrick takes the helm at Women In Trucking, succeeding founder Ellen Voie to drive gender diversity and open new doors for CDL-A drivers across the freight sector.
FMCSA Prepares New Rules to Integrate Autonomous Commercial Vehicles
Federal regulators are set to release a landmark regulatory package addressing automated driving systems in heavy-duty trucks, drawing immediate scrutiny from driver advocates and …
Industry Vermont Issues Warning to Truckers: Avoid Route 108 Through Smugglers' Notch or Face $4,000 Fines
State transportation officials warn commercial motor vehicle operators that consumer GPS units are routing tractor-trail…
Industry Retail Workers Fast-Track to CDL-A: How 4 Weeks of Training Beats a College Degree
Former retail employees are finding that the path to professional truck driving is shorter and more flexible than a four…
Industry Nominations Open for 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award
The search is officially underway for top female leaders shaping the supply chain, trucking, and third-party logistics s…
Industry Why More OTR Truck Drivers Are Bringing Pets on Long Hauls
Data shows that 60% of semi-truck operators own pets, and carriers like CFI are adopting rider policies to help combat driver isolation and mental fatigue.
Trucking CEO Launches Supply Chain Leadership Initiative at Rutgers
Fifth-generation executive Jeffrey Hermann funds a new undergraduate program to bridge the talent gap in freight and logistics.…
Industry Why Upgrading Your Semi Truck Mattress Is Non-Negotiable for OTR Drivers
A standard factory slab in the sleeper berth is cutting short careers and destroying backs. Here is why swapping it out …
Industry Louisville Driver Wins $100,000 Powerball After Fuel Stop
Truck driver Joshua Earls turned a routine refuel at a Sonora Pilot Travel Center into a six‑figure windfall when his Po…
Industry 3PLs Eye Last-Mile Delivery Boom
A new report projects a rapid rise in bulky e‑commerce deliveries, offering fresh revenue streams for freight brokers, L…
