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Training group opposes bill that exempts small fleets from training requirements

CVTA said the proposed legislation "creates overly broad exemptions from these critical safety requirements."

September 29, 2022

Student Driver sign on front of a truck

New Love's opens in western Iowa; has 68 truck parking spots

The new location is situated on U.S. 75 north of Sioux City.

September 29, 2022

Love's Travel Center

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Tropical storm prompts hours of service waivers for 7 states

Tropical storm Ian is expected to strengthen to hurricane strength as it approaches South Carolina Friday.

September 29, 2022

Map showing tropical storm path

Cops investigate three truck accidents; two in Indiana, one in Oklahoma

Smoke from a wildfire is blamed for a chain-reaction crash on I-35.

September 28, 2022

Two-truck collision

Briefly: Hurricane Ian prompts hours of service waiver in Florida

In other news, a new partnership of technology companies provides truckers with alerts about vehicles on the highway.

September 27, 2022

Weather service map of Hurricane Ian

FMCSA seeks comments on possibility of requiring electronic IDs on trucks

The agency said it is considering the change to improve roadside inspections and allow enforcement agencies to focus their efforts on high-risk carriers and drivers.

September 26, 2022

Acting no more, Senate confirms Hutcheson as full-time FMCSA administrator

Robin Hutcheson becomes FMCSA's first full-time administrator in three years.

September 23, 2022

Robin Hutcheson at Senate committee confirmation hearing

FMCSA considering changes to ELD regs; seeks industry comments

The agency is asking for comments "on ways to improve the clarity of current regulations on the use of electronic logging devices ..."

September 22, 2022

Electronic logging device

MDOT says part of I-94 in Detroit will close for 5 days starting Sept. 29

I-94 will be closed in both directions between Interstates 75 and 96 to accommodate work on the new Second Avenue bridge.

September 22, 2022

Briefly: Casino promotes sports betting with tractor-trailer tour

In other news, Walmart expects to hire 1,500 new drivers ahead of the holiday season.

September 22, 2022

Sports betting truck

Federal judge rules Rhode Island's trucks only tolls unconstitutional

"(T)his is a tremendous day for our industry – not just here in Rhode Island, but across the country."

September 21, 2022

Rhode Island postcar

Senate bill would exclude small fleets, others from entry level training law

The bill also ensures drivers obtaining a CDL without completing the ELDT process could not switch to a larger company using a Small Business Restricted CDL.

September 20, 2022

Driver Training sign on back of a trailer

Briefly: Major LTL carrier adds freight terminals in Midwest:

In other news, 47 cows died in a crash in Oklahoma City last weekend.

September 20, 2022

Saia tractor-trailer

Texas flatbed carrier building new facility in Laredo

The new facility will include a full-service operations center, modern driver amenities, and a truck maintenance shop.

September 16, 2022

Rendering of new truck company facility

FMCSA's Hutcheson praises, thanks truckers at Driver Appreciation Day event

"This country owes you a debt of gratitude. You're our lifeline for everything we need; our goods, our medicines, you name it."

September 16, 2022

FMCSA Deputy Administrator Robin Hutcheson at podium

Railroads and unions have tentative agreement on 5-year contract

The agreement, which must be voted on by union members, averted a strike that could have cost the U.S. economy an estimated $2 billion a day.

September 15, 2022

Digital freight network Convoy names its annual Haul Stars

Carriers and others continue observing National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Here are some of their Facebook posts.

September 15, 2022

Convoy Haul Stars

Briefly: Carrier makes sleep health, testing app available to drivers

In other news, carriers deliver water to southern states in need.

September 15, 2022

Truck driver with tractor-trailers

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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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