Industry U.S. Department of Transportation Pours $273.9M into Rural Freight Corridors
Twelve infrastructure projects across nine states secure critical federal funding to modernize aging bridges, widen rural highways, and smooth out agricultural supply chains.
Singing Behind the Wheel Boosts Safety, New Playlist Picks for Long Hauls
DOT research finds vocalizing cuts drowsiness risk; Confused.com reveals top road‑trip tracks for U.S. drivers.…
Industry Truck Stops: Five Proven Ways Drivers Can Protect Themselves
From securing doors to sharing GPS, these practical steps help CDL‑A drivers, owner‑operators, and OTR truckers stay saf…
Industry FMCSA Defends Deaf Driver Exemptions Despite Training Group Pushback
Federal regulators hold firm on two-year exemptions for eighteen commercial drivers with hearing impairments, brushing o…
Industry Keystone Pipeline Restored in Kansas Following Record Spill
Federal regulators permit TC Energy to restart the damaged pipeline segment under reduced pressure while environmental i…
Industry REAL Women in Trucking Opens Nominations for Sixth Annual Queen of the Road Awards
New categories for Trainer of the Year and Rookie of the Year added as the organization seeks standout female CDL‑A drivers.
Women in Trucking Opens Nominations for 2026 Driver of the Year
The award, sponsored by Walmart, honors female drivers with one million accident-free miles. The 2026 cycle is now open for CDL-A holders and owner-operators.…
Industry Nominate a Highway Hero Today
Goodyear seeks nominations for its 38th Highway Hero Award, offering cash prizes and a TMC conference trip to drivers wh…
Industry CFI Surpasses $1M in Charity Donations with Holiday Campaign
Truck company’s annual holiday giving drive tops $1 million in total contributions, marking a milestone for the industry…
Industry Melton Truck Lines Driver Named Highway Angel After Saving Trainer From Allergic Reaction
An Oklahoma City professional driver gets national recognition for quick thinking during an Orlando training run.…
Industry Muskogee OTR Driver Makes Community Care a Year-Round Mission
Professional driver Timothy Gray spends his time off the road supplying survival essentials to unhoused individuals across eastern Oklahoma, proving that CDL life and community service go hand in hand.
Classic Ruan Rig Finds Permanent Home at ATA Headquarters in Washington
A vintage truck with deep roots in American freight history now greets visitors at the American Trucking Associations' main D.C. office, honoring the legacy of industry pioneer Joh…
Industry Highway Congestion and Winter Weather Threaten Freight Movement This Week
Heavy holiday traffic volumes and severe weather forecasts point to major slowdowns for commercial motor vehicles on maj…
Industry AAA Study Flags Sharp Rise in Reckless Road Habits Impacting Commercial Freight Lanes
New traffic safety data reveals surging rates of speeding, distracted driving, and impairment among four-wheelers, compo…
Industry Diesel Price Relief Expected to Ease Cost Pressures for Owner-Operators
Energy analysts and federal data point to declining pump prices in the coming months, offering a much-needed break for l…
Industry Knight-Swift Takes Delivery of Embark Autonomous Truck in Industry First
Carrier puts professional drivers behind the wheel of a self-driving tractor in a new testing phase that shifts control away from tech developers.
Nuclear Fusion Success Signals Potential Shift in Electric Truck Mandates
A net-gain fusion reaction at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory could reshape the timeline for zero-emission Class 8 adoption, addressing the power deficit highlighted by rece…
Industry Love’s Adds 231 Truck Parking Spaces Across Three New Stops
New Iowa, Illinois, and California locations open Dec. 15, delivering 24/7 amenities for drivers on the holiday haul.…
Industry Free Registration Opens for 51st Mid‑American Trucking Show
The largest trucking event in the world welcomes drivers, fleets and exhibitors to Louisville, Kentucky for three days o…
Industry Experienced Driver Tears Into Tesla Semi Cab Design Flaws
Veteran trucker and podcaster breaks down why Tesla's heavy-duty rig misses the mark on daily working utility for CDL-A …
