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Briefly: EZ GO on H.E. Bailey Turnpike fully changed over to Love's

Love’s will rebrand the remaining six EZ GO turnpike stops in Oklahoma and Kansas, with work scheduled to be completed by the end of October.

September 12, 2023

EZ GO location near Chickasha, Oklahoma, has been rebranded as a Love's Travel Stop

Autonomous trucks: CA bill restricts them; House committee hearing Wed.

"The Future of Automated Commercial Motor Vehicles: Impacts on Society, the Supply Chain, and U.S. Economic Leadership" streams live on YouTube

September 12, 2023

Autonomous truck cab

Southeastern Freight Lines opens new service center in New Orleans

“With increasing economic growth in the New Orleans area, this is the perfect time to relocate to a larger service center."

September 11, 2023

Southeastern Freight Lines new facility in New Orleans

Numerous local governments say they oppose bigger, heavier trucks

"Heavier and longer trucks will damage our roads and bridges, leaving local taxpayers footing the bill."

September 11, 2023

C.H. Robinson to stage 'Miles of Gratitude' tour to thank truckers

“Truck drivers play such a key role in our industry and our world, and they sacrifice a lot to make it all possible."

September 8, 2023

Miles of Gratitude banner

I-95 rest area in Virginia to have limited facilities Sept. 12 and 13

Temporary facilities will include handwashing stations and accessible restrooms.

September 7, 2023

Ladysmith rest area in Virginia

Texas trucker fortunate to have attended Landstar gathering after all

“The funny part is that I wasn’t going to come to the event. I was stressed. I’ve had my truck in the shop, and I thought, ‘I’ve got to work."

September 7, 2023

Landstar truck giveaway

Briefly: Averitt Express honored by Inbound Logistics magazine

"Being recognized by one of the foremost leaders in transportation and logistics news is a true honor."

September 7, 2023

Averitt Express tractor-trailer on the highway

Maine's Truck Driver Appreciation Week free lunch includes lobster rolls

The event takes place at the southbound weigh station on Interstate 95 in Kittery.

September 6, 2023

Trucks at Maine weigh station

Tennessee-based US Multimodal Group acquires Overland Express

USMMG, based out of Franklin, Tennessee, is a privately held, asset-based provider of transportation and logistics services.

September 6, 2023

Overland Express headquarters

Maryland opens new scale house on US 1 in Darlington

“The renovations to this critical asset along US 1 will improve overall operational efficiency and accessibility for commercial trucks."

September 6, 2023

New US 1 scale house in Darlington, Maryland

Werner plans numerous events for Truck Driver Appreciation Week

“We are proud to support our professional drivers and show them how much we appreciate their resilience and dedication to our company and country."

September 6, 2023

Werner Enterprises truck and trailer

Briefly: XPO expansion adds 58 doors to Garland, Texas service center

“With the expansion of our Garland service center, we’ll be able to do even more for our customers in the thriving metro Dallas region and serve their needs with additional flexibility and speed."

September 5, 2023

XPO Garland, Texas service center

Nominations open for Best Fleets to Drive For contest through Oct. 31

Now through Oct. 31, company drivers and independent contractors can formally nominate the companies they work with as Best Fleets to Drive For.

September 5, 2023

New parking, truck passing lanes to open along Interstate 80 in Wyoming

The project also includes added truck passing lanes to increase motorist safety and improve traffic flow on steep inclines.

September 3, 2023

Truck and trailer parking only sign on pavement

4.1 million mile trucker wins CVSA's International Driver Excellence Award

“This means so much to me and my family. What an honor it is, and I am truly grateful and humbled for this opportunity.”

September 2, 2023

IDEA winner Henry “Wayne” Hayes

Sheetz lowers diesel and DEF prices to show truckers their appreciation

The price for diesel will be reduced by 35 cents per gallon; DEF lowered to 99 cents.

September 1, 2023

Truck driver in front of Sheetz tractor-trailer

2 new Love's Travel Stops locations open in Louisiana and Nevada

Combined the two new Loves have 95 truck parking spaces.

September 1, 2023

Love's Travel Stops

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Rep. Mike Bost

House hearing on autonomous trucks addresses security, safety, driver jobs

"My big concern is that the only ones that will have access are the mega trucking companies or those who can make the major investments and that it will strangle the small trucking companies out of business."

Green highway sign that says 'Beware Road Rage Next Exit'

Survey finds which states lead the country for road rage incidents

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week begins; busy week ahead

IDEA winner Henry “Wayne” Hayes

4.1 million mile trucker wins CVSA's International Driver Excellence Award

More official licensed Cummins products are here!

More official licensed Cummins products are here!