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Industry Recruitment Costs Surge as Trucking Companies Fight for Drivers
Hiring expenses have climbed dramatically across the industry, with carriers reporting soaring costs to attract and keep CDL-A drivers behind the wheel.
Van Crashes into Fuel Truck on Hyde Park Ave, Releasing 50‑60 Gallons of Gasoline
Early‑morning collision on Boston’s 1100 block of Hyde Park Avenue forces extensive cleanup and traffic delays as a gasoline tanker’s cargo is partially offloaded by a quick‑thinki…
Industry TCA Opens Fleet Safety Awards Application on Oct. 5
Truckload Carriers Association invites carriers to apply for annual safety honors, with webinars and grand prize announc…
Industry Fed Rate Hike Slams Trucking Demand into Slump
The 75‑basis‑point jump in federal funds rate has already begun to crush freight volumes, sending spot rates back toward…
Industry Truck Tonnage Bounces Back in August, Outpacing July Dip
The American Trucking Association’s For‑Hire Truck Tonnage Index climbs 2.8% in August after a 1.5% decline in July, sig…
Industry FMCSA Seeks Public Input on Extending COVID Emergency Declaration
The federal agency invites truckers and carriers to weigh in before the COVID‑related regulatory relief expires on Oct. 15, seeking data on safety and supply‑chain impacts.
Preventing Driver Burnout: Practical Habits for Long‑Haul Truckers
Truckers can stave off fatigue and keep their rigs running with simple routines—sleep schedules, nutrition, hobbies, and regular breaks.…
Industry Congress and Truck Safety Coalition Demand Immediate Action to Address Rising Truck Crash Fatalities
After the latest ‘Deadliest Truck Crash States’ report, lawmakers and safety advocates call for urgent reforms to curb t…
Industry DOT Awards $1.5 B to Boost Trucking Infrastructure, Focus on Rural Projects
The Biden‑Harris administration’s new grant will fund highway, freight, and rail projects, with a heavy emphasis on rura…
Industry Rookie Truckers' Burning Questions: What New Drivers Really Want to Know
From pay expectations to weather challenges, fresh CDL holders are asking the same questions. US Trucker gathers the ins…
Industry IANA Intermodal Expo Draws Over 100 Students to Long Beach
The Intermodal Association of North America’s first Intermodal University Track sparks interest in supply chain careers among high school and college students during National Truck Driver Appreciation week.
Senate Bill Authorizes $1 Billion for Coast Guard Modernization
The new legislation funds shoreline upgrades, training, and Arctic readiness, with implications for the trucking industry.…
Industry Essential Tech Gear for Long‑Haul Drivers
From ELDs to dash cams, the latest gadgets help truckers stay compliant, safe, and efficient on the road.…
Industry Senators Markey, Padilla Push Overtime Reform for Truckers
The Guaranteeing Overtime for Truckers Act would remove the long‑standing motor carrier exemption from the Fair Labor St…
Industry Truck Drivers USA Teams Up with InsuranceHub to Simplify Semi Insurance
The partnership delivers free quotes, streamlined certificates, and a full slate of coverage options for CDL‑A holders a…
Industry Luxury Car Haul Ends in Fiery Crash on North Carolina Highway
A blown tire sent an owner‑operator’s high‑value auto convoy into a blaze that destroyed six exotic vehicles on I‑95 near Four Oaks, NC.
Sheetz Slashes Diesel Prices, Offers Free Meals to Truckers for a Month
From September 5 to 30, Sheetz lowers diesel to $4.49 per gallon and gives free meals to truck drivers via its mobile app.…
Industry Class 8 Orders Surge 98% in August, Backlogs Set to Shrink
ACT Research data shows a sharp rebound in heavy truck orders, but supply chain bottlenecks keep inventory levels tight.…
Industry Texas Unveils $85 Billion 10‑Year Transportation Blueprint
Governor Greg Abbott signs TxDOT’s 2023 Unified Transportation Program, earmarking billions for highways, bridges, and t…
Industry Trucker Appreciation Week Approaches: How to Show Drivers Their Value
With Driver Appreciation Week just around the corner, US Trucker outlines practical ways to thank drivers and highlights…
