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Industry Tennessee Highway Patrol Exports 'Teens and Trucks' Simulator to Georgia
A high-tech training initiative aims to curb dangerous interactions between inexperienced motorists and heavy-duty commercial rigs.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Tops Global Toll Road Ranking
Budget Direct’s study spots the Keystone’s toll as the highest, while other U.S. routes follow closely behind.…
Industry Oregon Legislation Targets Diesel Fuel Supply Chain
A controversial bill aimed at restricting petroleum diesel sales could reshape freight operations in the Pacific Northwe…
Industry Oregon Legislative Proposal Threatens Traditional Diesel Access
Proposed legislation in the Oregon House aims to phase out conventional petroleum diesel, creating uncertainty for freig…
Industry 4.6 Million Miles: Minnesota Veteran Honored for Career of Safety
Scott Smith, a veteran of the road with over four decades behind the wheel, earns top honors for his commitment to profe…
Industry Veteran Driver Turns TikTok into Classroom for Next Generation of Truckers
After 31 years and 4 million miles, one Navy veteran is using social media to mentor rookie drivers and preserve the culture of the open road.
Texas Winter Storms: Truckers Lead the Charge in Supply Chain Recovery
As Texas grapples with the aftermath of historic winter weather, professional drivers are working around the clock to restock empty shelves.…
Industry San Antonio Convoy: Truckers Mobilize to Restore Supply Chain After Winter Crisis
Drivers lined up to restock H-E-B locations following severe weather, highlighting the vital role of the trucking indust…
Industry FMCSA Extends COVID-19 Emergency Hours of Service Waiver
The federal government has pushed back the expiration date for regulatory relief on specific emergency freight, keeping …
Industry Community Effort Feeds Stranded Drivers During Mississippi Winter Crisis
When a major interstate gridlock left dozens of truckers stranded in the cold, local residents stepped up to keep the su…
Industry Palmview Enforces Obscure Truck Ban After Two Decades
A Texas municipality is cracking down on residential truck parking using a dormant ordinance, leaving local owner-operators scrambling for alternatives.
Peterbilt Rolls Out Heavily Redesigned Model 579 to Boost Fuel Economy and Cab Comfort
The truck maker spends five years developing an updated flagship vocational and OTR rig featuring improved aerodynamics, a 15-inch digital dash, and advanced driver assistance syst…
Industry Bystander Saves Trucker from Burning Rig in Jacksonville
A swift rescue on I-295 prevented a fatal outcome after a roll-off dumpster truck overturned and ignited.…
Industry Bystander Saves Trucker from Burning Wreckage on I-295
A dramatic rescue on a Florida interstate highlights the split-second dangers facing professional drivers on the road.…
Industry Indiana State Police Launch Aerial Enforcement Targeting Commercial Vehicles
Troopers are utilizing aircraft to monitor highway behavior, with a specific focus on following distances and unsafe man…
Industry Louisiana Truck Convoy Honors Veteran and Oilfield Carrier Owner Garland Romero
Dozens of commercial rigs gathered in Patterson, Louisiana, to pay final respects to an Army National Guard veteran and longtime trucking operator.
FedEx OTR Driver Turns Long-Haul Life into Influencer Success
Shelby Johnson leverages her FedEx routes to inspire truckers on YouTube, blog and social media, drawing 200K followers and millions of views while sharing safety tips and a positi…
Industry Social Media Shift: How Women Truckers are Redefining the Road on TikTok
A new wave of female professional drivers is using short-form video to pull back the curtain on the OTR lifestyle, amass…
Industry From OTR Cabs to Olympic Trials: The Unlikely Path of a 50-Year-Old Swimmer
Siphiwe Baleka spent years behind the wheel before returning to the pool, now aiming to represent Guinea-Bissau at the 2…
Industry From the Cab to the Starting Block: The Trucker Chasing Olympic Gold
Siphiwe Baleka’s journey from OTR driver to international athlete proves that professional drivers can balance long haul…
