Madras, Oregon — Love’s Travel Stops opened a new truck stop off U.S. Highway 97 on Thursday, adding 82 parking spaces and a full suite of amenities for drivers.

Truckers on the West Coast have long chased reliable rest points that offer clean showers, fresh food, and ample diesel. The new Love’s address that gap by combining a fast‑food joint, a CAT Scale, and a dedicated dog park in one location. The mix of services meets the growing demand for multi‑functional stops that keep crews on schedule and satisfied.

Tom Love, founder and executive chairman, announced the opening in a brief statement. He said the stop would “provide customers a clean and well‑stocked and maintained place to stop, before our team members get them back on the road safely and quickly.” The facility also features six diesel bays, five showers, laundry, and a CAT Scale. Love’s plans to add 40 new sites nationwide in 2020, a move that would bring roughly 3,000 new parking spots to the network. The company began in 1964 and now operates about 530 locations across 41 states.

What This Means for Drivers

For CDL‑A drivers and owner‑operators, the new stop offers a reliable layover with full compliance to FMCSA regulations. The six diesel bays mean fewer wait times during peak hours, while the five showers and laundry keep crews clean and ready for the next leg. The dog park allows pet‑friendly drivers to rest their animals, a rare feature in many stops. Drivers can also weigh their trailers on the CAT Scale before heading out, saving time on weigh‑station stops.

Industry Reaction

Carriers across the region have welcomed the expansion, noting that consistent, well‑maintained stops reduce downtime and improve route planning. Owner‑operators in Oregon have highlighted the convenience of having a single stop that offers all essential services, especially during long haul trips that cut across multiple states. The move also positions Love’s as a key partner for trucking companies hiring in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Points

• 82 truck parking spaces added to Love’s network
• Six diesel bays and five showers available for crews
• Dog park and CAT Scale enhance driver convenience
• Love’s now operates 530 locations across 41 states

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