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Nominations open for woman driver of the year award contest

“It’s a joy to celebrate and honor drivers each year through the Women In Trucking Driver of the Year award."

December 19, 2023

WIT Woman Driver of the Year award collage

Truckers once again help make Wreaths Across America possible

Carriers delivered some 3 million memorial wreaths to be placed at 4,225, including Arlington National Cemetery.

December 18, 2023

It's Wreathes Across America Day!

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Tanker driver wins award for military veterans new to trucking industry

Brandon Meredith spent 20 years in the Army, retiring from the service March 31, and is a third-generation truck driver.

December 18, 2023

Brandon Meredith with his wife Dani and daughters Kylie and Kamryn

Another ELD returned to the FMCSA's list of registered logging devices

It had been one of 10 ELDs previously removed from the agency's list of registered devices.

December 17, 2023

Trucker driver adjusting ELD

New York asks drivers where in the state truck parking is most needed

NYDOT said truckers' input can help it identify challenges, needs, and opportunities related to truck parking across the state.

December 15, 2023

'Truck & Trailer Parking Only' in yellow on pavement

Congressmen take aim at speed limiters during infrastructure hearing

"Is it smart to mandate the installation of speed limiters when truckers are already heavily regulated? When is enough is enough?"

December 15, 2023

FMCSA Administrator Robin Hutcheson testifying

GOP candidate Ramaswamy to talk trucking at Iowa 80 Truck Stop

Truckers are "not just haulers of goods -- they're the guardians of freedom on our highways."

December 15, 2023

Vivek Ramaswamy during a debate of Republican presidential candidates

Openings of 4 new Love's add 377 more truck parking spaces

“Opening four locations in a single week is an accomplishment to be proud of and our team members are ready to serve customers with clean places and friendly faces ..."

December 14, 2023

New Love's in Watertown, New York

Work continues to get westbound traffic flowing over I-195 bridge in RI

"We will continue to hold daily press briefings throughout the week to ensure Rhode Islanders have the most up-to-date information about our ongoing response.”

December 14, 2023

Washington Bridge closed westbound lanes

Briefly: Averitt's new facility near Port of Mobile has parking for 400 trucks

The new location features a 120,000-sq.-ft warehouse and a 35,000-sq.-ft cross-dock.

December 14, 2023

Averitt's new facility near Port of Mobile

Wyoming to build 365 truck parking spaces near I-80 and Utah border

“Truck parking continues to be one of the highest priorities for both truck drivers and motor carriers. Safe, well-lit, accessible parking makes the nation's highway system safer."

December 13, 2023

Winter truck parking near I-80 in Wyoming

RI trucking company owner fined for defeating trucks' emissions controls

The defendant will serve a term of three years of probation; to perform 100 hours of community service; pay a fine of $50,000; and create a compliance and ethics program.

December 13, 2023

Wyoming DOT closes state Highway 28 to recover tanker that crashed

The truck was carrying 114,000 pounds of molten sulfur.

December 13, 2023

Tanker that crashed in Wyoming

Recruiter thinks Truck Driver Barbie could lead girls into trucking jobs

"We want Barbie to represent one of America's most essential workers – a truck driver."

December 13, 2023

'Barbies In Trucking' pink big rig

Westbound lanes of I-195 bridge in Rhode Island closed by 'critical failure'

"In the process of reconstructing the Washington Bridge, our consultants found urgent safety issues that could cause a critical deficiency on this side of the bridge."

December 13, 2023

Map of I-95 detour in Rhode Island

Briefly: PennDOT to close Interstate 83 South bridge Dec. 15-18 for repairs

In other news, a Minnesota carrier donates a tractor-trailer to a college CDL program.

December 12, 2023

Interstate Closure Planned sign

New survey finds trucking invests $14 billion a year in safety

“This report clearly demonstrates that safety isn’t just a slogan for our industry, it is our mission."

December 11, 2023

Man holding clipboard inspects truck

2024 Shell Rotella SuperRigs calendar now available

Twelve drivers were selected to have their trucks featured in the annual calendar that was photographed in the Gillette, Wyoming area, the location of the 2023 show.

December 11, 2023

The 1984 Kenworth W900B owned by JR Schleuger

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Three professional men in business attire standing together in front of commemorative bronze plaques on a wall.

ATHS adds 3 trucking pioneers to its Industry Leader Hall of Fame

"Chester R. England, Harold C. Groendyke and Al Peterman each helped shape the trucking industry through their vision and determination."

Composite infographic showing critical trucking industry issues: driver operating vehicle, commercial trucks at facility, and legal scales with gavel

Drivers rate fuel prices, parking, compensation as top issues of concern

Aerial view of organized truck parking lot with multiple commercial vehicles in rows

Feds award $200 million for 14 truck parking projects in 12 states

Green fuel pump nozzle inserted into vehicle's fuel tank during refueling

Trump claims deal with Russia for diesel; calls it 'my Greatest Priority'

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