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Industry Wrong-Way Crash on I-35W Ends in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision Involving Semi
A 20-year-old man died after fleeing a head-on collision on northbound I-35W and entering southbound lanes, where he was struck by a semi-trailer and two passenger cars.
Ward Trucking Driver Greg Rupp Named Highway Angel for Post-Accident Response
The Truckload Carriers Association honors a Pennsylvania driver who stopped to direct traffic and assist a pedestrian after witnessing a fatal collision on Route 40.…
Industry TuSimple Logs 550 Driverless Miles on Arizona Highway as Union Pacific Boards
The autonomous freight firm claims to be the first to operate heavy-duty trucks without a safety driver, signaling a shi…
Industry Morgan Van Lines Tailors Fleet Operations to Retain Experienced CDL-A Drivers
MS-based carrier focuses on customized routes, guaranteed weekly minimums, and tenure recognition to combat high turnove…
Industry Nutrition Update: Seven Fast-Food Chains Offering Viable Meal Options for Long-Haul Drivers
Dietician Lisa Moskovitz identifies specific items from major quick-service brands that provide balanced macronutrients for professionals operating long-haul routes.
Stranded OTR Driver’s Viral Kindness Earns Year-Long Breakfast Gift from Jimmy Dean
A Virginia trucker who shared a hot meal with a fellow driver stuck on I-95 received a year's supply of food and helped secure 100,000 meals for charity.…
Industry Grocery Shelf Gaps Return, Trucking Chains Squeezed Again
Empty aisles in the Northeast are back on the radar as winter storms, labor gaps and lingering COVID‑19 strains choke su…
Industry Armed Robberies Targeting Freight Haulers Rise in Atlanta
A UPS driver was kidnapped and tied up inside a trailer following an early morning armed robbery, highlighting the growi…
Industry Life in the Sleeper: The Realities of Running as a Team
Living and working in an 8-by-10 box requires more than just a CDL-A; it demands a unique level of patience and conflict…
Industry Murder charge filed against Georgia trucker who shot young driver on I-81
A 66-year-old OTR driver faces life in prison for fatally shooting a 29-year-old colleague during a road rage dispute in West Virginia. Authorities are reviewing potential additional charges.
Amazon Relay Shifts Strategy with 'Post A Truck' Feature
The tech giant is changing how carriers book freight by letting trucks find loads instead of hunting through digital boards.…
Industry OOIDA Urges USDOT to Direct $1 Billion Toward the National Truck Parking Crisis
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is pressing federal officials to allocate infrastructure funds direct…
Industry Bread Truck Chase Turns Into Thanksgiving Night Pursuit in Los Angeles
A bread truck driver evaded police through Compton, toppled trees and was finally apprehended after a spike‑strip stop.…
Industry Staying Road-Ready: Managing Cold and Flu Season Behind the Wheel
Professional drivers face unique health risks on the road. Here is how to keep your immune system sharp and minimize dow…
Industry Federal Vaccine Orders Bypass Solo Truck Drivers
Labor Department clarifies that OSHA’s mandate for large employers does not apply to drivers working alone in cabs or exclusively outdoors, sparing the majority of the OTR truck driver workforce.
Nashville Man Charged After Firing at Semi in Road‑Rage Shootout
A 29‑year‑old was arrested on aggravated assault charges after shooting at a semi‑truck driver on I‑24, leaving the driver with minor facial injuries and three bullet holes in the …
Industry ATRI 2021 Report: Diverging Priorities Between Drivers and Carriers
The American Transportation Research Institute’s annual survey reveals a stark disconnect in what truck drivers, motor c…
Industry Cardinal Logistics Expands Non-CDL Box Truck Hiring in Massachusetts and Washington
Dedicated carrier offers six-figure income potential for owner-operators with 26-foot box trucks, eliminating the need f…
