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Industry Love’s Overhauls Rewards Program: What CDL-A Drivers Need to Know
The travel stop giant has revamped its loyalty platform, doubling points on in-store purchases and altering the structure of beverage refills for professional drivers.
Predictability Over Promises: The Real Driver Retention Metric for 2026
New research from People.Data.Analytics confirms that steady miles and reliable equipment matter more to professional drivers than marketing hype.…
Industry Launching a Career: The Real Path to Landing Your First CDL-A Role
Entering the trucking industry requires more than just a license; it demands a clear strategy for training, selection, a…
Industry Averitt Lead Driver Travis Richardson Named 2026 Pinnacle Driver of the Year
The On Tour Logistics veteran earns top industry honors for his work in the demanding live entertainment transport secto…
Industry Tanker Fleets Set the Bar for 2025 Safety Standards
The National Tank Truck Carriers have identified the initial frontrunners in their annual safety competition, signaling …
Industry 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For: Who Made the Cut During a Tough Year
CarriersEdge announces the latest list of top-rated carriers as industry margins stay thin and operational pressure mounts across North America.
Training the Trainers: How NGT is Standardizing CDL Education
The Next Generation in Trucking Association is moving beyond simple lesson plans to create a national standard for vocational driving instruction.…
Industry Roadside Recovery: Simple Stretches to Combat Driver Fatigue
Ten minutes of movement can save your back and keep you alert behind the wheel.…
Industry Cutting Through the Noise: How to Vet Carriers That Actually Pay
The 2025 ATRI report confirms what every driver already knows: when it comes to long-term career stability, pay transpar…
Industry Data-Driven Mapping Targets Real Truck Parking Needs
Tech firms are using telematics and crowdsourced reporting to move beyond guessing where drivers need space to shut down…
Industry Volvo Recalls Nearly 800 VNL Tractors Over Parking Brake Failure Risk
A software-related braking defect in 2024–2027 models creates a rollaway hazard, prompting an immediate safety intervention from the manufacturer.
Shell Rotella and Truck Parking Club Launch 'Night on Us' Credit Promotion
A new partnership offers professional drivers up to $100 in parking credits following qualifying oil changes to help solve the ongoing nationwide shortage of safe rest areas.…
Industry J.J. Keller Updates Paper Logbooks with QR Code Training
A new digital integration aims to cut down on entry errors for drivers forced to fall back on manual logging.…
Industry Mapping Your Routes: How to Trade OTR Miles for Guaranteed Home Time
The industry standard for home time varies wildly by route type; here is how to navigate the shift from long-haul to loc…
Industry Weekend Home, Heavy Miles: Regional Trucking Jobs Deliver Both
Drivers who want to stay home over the weekend and still earn big weekly mileage find a growing niche in dedicated regio…
Industry Volvo Recalls 800 VNL Trucks Over Parking Brake Defect
Federal safety regulators announce a recall for select 2024–2027 Volvo VNL models lacking auxiliary parking brakes due to insufficient holding force in weight bias mode.
I-70 Mountain Corridor Tightens Enforcement with Real-Time Speed Limits
Colorado Department of Transportation activates variable speed limit system in Dowd Canyon, forcing drivers to adjust to shifting road conditions or face citations.…
Industry 2026 Truck Show Circuit: Planning Your Route for the Remaining Season
From the No Coast Large Cars event to the NHRDA World Finals, professional drivers have a packed schedule of industry ga…
Industry Love’s Commits $700 Million to Infrastructure and 1,500 New Parking Spots in 2026
The major travel center chain is targeting capacity bottlenecks and service reliability with a massive capital injection…
Industry Winter Driving Wisdom From Seasoned Truck Drivers and Owner-Operators
Experienced commercial drivers share real-world advice on handling ice, snow, and low-traction conditions across the U.S…
