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Association 'strongly opposes' ban on trucks parking on St. Paul streets

"At a time when we should be removing barriers, this proposed ordinance erects new ones."

May 24, 2023

'No Truck Parking' sign

Bill under consideration would restrict trucks in New Jersey to right lane

The bill "would create a traffic and safety nightmare on all New Jersey major roadways by greatly impeding the flow of traffic for trucks."

May 23, 2023

Green and white New jersey road sign

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Cargo theft, up by 41% over last year, could increase this holiday weekend

Fictitious pickup and fraud complaints are 675% higher in the first 20 weeks of 2023 compared to the first 20 weeks of 2022.

May 23, 2023

Cargo theft infographic

Trucker arrested for DUI in crash that killed 7 people on I-5 in Oregon

Police continue their investigation.

May 19, 2023

Traffic backed up on Interstate 5 in Oregon

Briefly: Kenworth delivers 750,000th truck from Chillicothe, Ohio plant

Schneider opens The Grove, a new innovation center.

May 18, 2023

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Here are the states where you share the road with the worst drivers

Forbes magazine used six measures -- most of which included highway fatalities -- to come up with their rankings.

May 18, 2023

WSelcome to Texas sign

New bill directs DOT to make changes in sagging apprenticeship program

“The DRIVE Safe Integrity Act will bolster new career pathways into interstate trucking while promoting safety and training standards that far exceed the bar set by states today."

May 17, 2023

'Student Driver' sign on side of trailer

Eagle Transport announces acquisition of Georgia dry bulk carrier

"This acquisition supports our strategy of providing an even greater level of service to our growing list of dry bulk clients.”

May 17, 2023

Eagle Transport Corporation tanker in city at night

Briefly: Trucker wins $1,000 a week for life in Oregon Lottery

In other news, Ascend creates its first driver advisory board, and Montway is recognized for its workplace culture.

May 16, 2023

Oregon truck driver with big check from the Oregon Lottery

Train collides with 2 tractor-trailers near Baltimore; one driver injured

Witnesses say trees and overgrown vegetation near the crossing make it difficult to see approaching trains.

May 12, 2023

Engine of a freight train

ATA praises Montana's new third-party litigation financing legislation

“The civil justice system is not a stock market, but that is what it’s becoming with the rise of third-party litigation financing."

May 12, 2023

Gavel on a pile of money

416 marijuana plants found when truck is stopped by authorities

The driver, a 59-year-old Markham, Ontario man, is now facing a drug trafficking charge.

May 11, 2023

Truck loaded with two decks of marijuana plants in pots

Pennsylvania carrier breaks ground for new terminal in Laredo, Texas

PGT Trucking moves more than 4,000 cross-border loads annually.

May 11, 2023

PGT Trucking groundbreaking

TA shareholders vote in favor of BP's $1.3 billion purchase offer

"TA's amazing nationwide network of on-highway locations combined with bp's more than 8,000 off-highway locations have the potential to offer travelers and professional drivers a seamless experience for decades to come.”

May 11, 2023

Exterior of a TA travel center

Briefly: Yellow driver recognized for logging 4 million safe miles

"We applaud Anthony for his dedication and commitment to traffic safety."

May 11, 2023

Group of drivers and police officers with two tractor-trailers

NC man goes to jail for receiving loan for fake trucking company

He was also ordered to pay $92,734 in criminal restitution to the U.S. Small Business Administration.

May 11, 2023

Michigan lifts final spring weight restrictions on all highways

Weight restrictions are implemented during the spring frost thaw period and are now completed for the 2023 season.

May 10, 2023

Map of Michigan on road sign

Truckers News Podcast

Podcast: TCA's Jim Ward talks about the industry, first year as president

After a long career with a major East Coast carrier, Jim Ward now oversees the Truckload Carriers Association.

May 9, 2023

TCA President Jim Ward on stage during the organization's annual convention

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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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