Industry Arrests in connection with human-smuggling tragedy have been made in San Antonio, leaving 51 dead
Mobile Port Surge Signals New Freight Opportunities for Drivers
Container volumes in Alabama are hitting record highs, creating a steady pipeline of work for regional and long-haul operators.…
Industry Practical Fuel Math: How Professional Drivers Estimate Daily Consumption
US Trucker surveyed its community to uncover the simple formulas drivers use to calculate fuel needs before hitting the …
Industry Peru Declares State of Emergency as Truckers Blockade Callao Port
Escalating inflation and fuel costs have pushed Peruvian drivers to shut down key highways, prompting a military and pol…
Industry Fireworks Hauler Ignites on I-287, Triggering Multi-Lane Closure in New Jersey
A tire fire on a tractor-trailer loaded with explosives turned into a chaotic chain reaction, forcing emergency shutdown…
Industry Supreme Court Silence Leaves California Trucking Classification Uncertain
The highest court in the land issued its recent orders without addressing the contentious AB5 independent contractor debate, leaving owner-operators and freight brokers to wait for clarity.
Top Trucking Hotspots: Roads That Test Even the Most Experienced Drivers
From Flagstaff to California, drivers report treacherous stretches that can strain schedules, safety, and fuel budgets.…
Industry Manufacturing Output Slides for First Time Since Winter
A 0.1% drop in factory production signals cooling demand, raising concerns for freight volumes and pay rates for profess…
Industry Nebraska Taco Bell Removes Height Restriction, Welcoming Rigs to Drive‑Through
The Omaha franchise eliminated a pole that once barred trucks, offering a quick meal option for CDL‑A holders and owner‑…
Industry Record Trucking Employment Surges as Small Carriers Falter
Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows the for‑hire trucking sector added 27,300 payroll jobs in April‑May, pushing total…
Industry Inside the Cab: Werner Leadership and the Reality of OTR Life
A look at the career path of Cari, a veteran leader at Werner Enterprises, and what her journey reveals about the current state of professional driving.
Aspen Adds Two Food Trucks to Fill Vacant Rio Grande Place Spot
City contracts Mexican and ice‑cream trucks to replace closed Taster’s Pizza, offering affordable meals for drivers and locals alike.…
Industry Used Truck Market Takes a Nosedive as Auction Values Plummet
After years of inflated equipment costs, the secondary market is finally cooling off, leaving many owner-operators holdi…
Industry Shell Station in Rancho Cordova Loses $20,000 After Decimal Error Sells Fuel at 69 Cents
A technical glitch at a California gas station resulted in fuel being pumped at a fraction of the market price, leaving …
Industry Producer Inflation Surges as Fuel Costs Pressure Trucking Economics
May data reveals a 0.8% jump in producer prices, driven largely by energy and goods, raising long-term concerns for flee…
South Korean Truckers Enter Week Two of Industrial Action
The seven-day standoff disrupts major manufacturing hubs in Asia, highlighting the critical leverage professional drivers hold over global supply chains.…
Industry Truckers Pick One Artist to Soundtrack Their Careers
A US Trucker poll reveals which musician will keep CDL‑A drivers, owner‑operators and OTR truckers company on the open r…
Industry Five Under-$50 Safety Essentials Every OTR Truck Driver Needs in the Cab
Shield Protection Products outlines critical gear for commercial motor vehicle operators, including trauma kits, functio…
Industry CVSA Sets August 21-27 for National Brake Safety Inspection Week
With just over two months to prepare, professional drivers and fleet managers must address rising brake violation rates …
