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115 gallons of meth found in truck's fuel tank; street value of $1 million

“This massive seizure of liquid methamphetamine highlights the lengths these transnational criminal organizations will go to smuggle hard narcotics into our communities."

October 16, 2026

Damaged industrial pipe with jagged opening mounted on blue truck bed with road markers visible

Briefly: Expedited Inspection now available in four more states

In other news, the Washington State Patrol Commercial Vehicle Division is conducting several enforcement operations focused on fatigued driving.

October 15, 2026

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Alabama Trucking Association exec is ATA's new president and CEO

“The values that trucking leaders and professionals hold dear were instilled in me at an early age in my family’s second-generation tire shop, Blow-Out Tire Company, where I grew up changing truck tires."

October 15, 2026

Truck driver health subject of 2 new surveys from ATRI

Drivers are asked anonymously to share basic health information (e.g. time duration of their medical cards) as well as their experience with maintaining health and wellness while on the road.

October 15, 2026

Truck driver in blue shirt and cap sitting on red semi-truck cab step during daytime

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

"These projects will help hardworking professional drivers find places to rest when they need it, improve the efficiency of freight movement, and make our roads safer for everyone.”

October 15, 2026

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

Piston cardless fuel payment now available at 341 Jacksons Food Stores

Piston allows drivers to authorize and pay for fuel purchases through secure mobile authorization, replacing the physical card entirely.

October 14, 2026

Jacksons store location on map at 47 W 13th St with station ID ICS-B0029

Love's opens new store in Casper, Wyoming with 52 struck parking spots

So far in 2026, Love’s has added 1,314 truck parking spaces across the country.

October 14, 2026

New North Dakota rest area on I-94 includes 26 truck parking spaces

The rest area is located two miles east of Oriska along Interstate 94 at mile marker 304.

October 14, 2026

Aerial view of modern building with peaked roofs and solar panels in rural landscape

WIT names 2026's Top Companies for Women to Work in Trucking

“Being recognized as one of the Top Companies for Women to Work in Trucking reflects a genuine, organization-wide commitment to creating a workplace where women can build meaningful, successful careers ..."

October 13, 2026

Briefly: Kodiak partners with Charger for Laredo-Dallas freight deliveries

"Autonomy lets us build a network that serves both our customers and our drivers."

October 13, 2026

Red Kodiak autonomous truck with Charger Logistics trailer parked at industrial warehouse facility under clear sky

Pilot partners with Tesla to provide charging for electric heavy-duty trucks

nnon Sturgil, senior vice president of alternative fuels at Pilot. “With these initial locations, we’re making fleet electrification a more accessible option for long-haul transportation and are excited to continue working with Tesla to move at the pace and preference of our customers.”

October 12, 2026

White and black semi-truck with open door at commercial facility with Pilcs signage

Mark your calendar: Best Fleets to Drive For awards conference April 5-6

“This conference is about building better fleets by sharing what we know is working,”

October 12, 2026

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

Putin: "I am confident that this will have a positive impact on the entire global economy."

October 9, 2026

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

Acquisitions strengthen TA Services' cross-border capabilities

"Cross-border performance depends on what happens on both sides of the border and at every handoff in between."

October 9, 2026

Blue P&S commercial semi-truck with chrome details parked on grass with pine trees in background

Hurricane Isaias expected to arrive in Alabama tonight, move north

The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane warning for an area from Center Ocean Springs, Mississippi to the Bay/Gulf County Line of Florida.

October 9, 2026

Yellow diamond hurricane warning sign against stormy sky with dark clouds

FMCSA extends regional emergency regulatory relief from 14 to 30 days

FMCSA also said this update also reflects a commitment to give states greater control over disaster response and trusting state leaders to know what's best for their state in the wake of emergencies.

October 8, 2026

Red and white emergency sign with bold white lettering on diagonal stripe

Volvo & Waabi latest companies to bring autonomous deliveries to Texas

“Together with Warp and Waabi, we are bringing autonomous freight into customer operations in one of logistics’ most demanding segments."

October 8, 2026

White Volvo semi-truck with refrigerated trailer driving on highway with green landscape

Briefly: XPO adds new service centers in Arizona and Missouri

"We’ve added capacity where our customers need it most, positioning us to support their growth while delivering the world-class service they count on.”

October 8, 2026

XPO Logistics branded semi-truck traveling on elevated highway bridge over water with palm trees visible below

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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

Motor carriers, which made up 48% of respondents, had rather different issues of concern on ATRI's annual survey.

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'

Professional truck driver operating a semi-truck on a multi-lane highway during autumn, with fall foliage visible along the roadside.

Driver pay increased in 2025's freight recession, says new ATA study

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