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Heroic driver joins Louisiana flood rescue efforts

A Missouri truck driver stranded in a flooded Walmart parking lot in Baton Rouge helped rescue victims and their families.

August 23, 2016

Driver charity gets boost from pork rind maker

Pork rind maker Southern Recipe is holding its fifth annual Truck Driver Appreciation campaign, offering drivers a chance to win a cash prize.

August 23, 2016

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GATS helps organize Louisiana flood victim assistance

When the Great American Trucking Show opens in Dallas next Thursday, attendees will have the opportunity to help Louisiana residents of the recent floods.

August 20, 2016

Hours rules suspended for some driving in Louisiana

Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards declared a state of emergency for the state in light of the historic flooding around Baton Rouge. Click for details here.

August 19, 2016

EPA issues new set of emissions standards

The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation has issued the final draft of the next round of emissions and fuel economy standards.

August 17, 2016

Speed limiter rule advances; next step is publication

A proposed federal rule to require the use of speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks has cleared its final hurdle in the regulatory process.

August 16, 2016

Walmart trucker wins Bendix national driving title

A Walmart Transportation driver is this year’s big winner in the National Truck Driving Championships, while drivers for FedEx took home eight major awards.

August 15, 2016

Court rules against NY using tolls for canals

A federal judge this week ruled New York Thruway tolls are for maintaining the highway and cannot be used to subsidize the state canal system.

August 13, 2016

New Love’s opens on I-155 in western Tennessee

A new Love’s Travel Stops has opened in Dyersburg, Tennessee along Interstate 155 and State Route 78. Learn all about it on Truckers News.

August 12, 2016

Averitt Express wins another Quest for Quality Award

For the 18th year in a row, Averitt Express has been recognized by Logistics Management magazine as a top transportation solutions provider. Learn more here.

August 11, 2016

New GATS Discovery Pavilion offers product demos

The new GATS Discovery Pavilion will offer interactive product demonstrations. Click here to learn all about it on Truckers News.

August 11, 2016

National truck driving competition gets started

More than 430 truckers from all 50 states will compete in the National Truck Driving Championships, Aug. 10-13. Learn all about the event on Truckers News.

August 10, 2016

I-70 in Glenwood Canyon to be closed Wed. & Thurs.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) announces extended closures of Interstate 70 Glenwood Canyon from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Thursday, Aug. 11, for both eastbound and westbound traffic.

August 9, 2016

Sleep apnea rule recommendation expected yet this month

The FMCSA later this month will take the next step toward a rulemaking governing the screening and treatment of truck drivers suspected of having sleep apnea.

August 9, 2016

Bad weather slows traffic and costs trucking millions

Federal researchers say adverse weather costs trucking $3.8 million annually, with ice and snow responsible for more than half of all time lost to traffic.

August 8, 2016

FMCSA advises truckers to be wary of e-cigarettes, vaping

E-cigarettes and battery-powered vaporizers can be hazardous to your health, and not just for the obvious reasons. So says the U.S. DOT's FMCSA.

August 6, 2016

Driving school now works with anti-trafficking organization

Specialized Driver Training, which is based in Springfield, Missouri, announced today a new partnership with Truckers Against Trafficking.

August 5, 2016

2 new Love’s open; one in Florida & one in Arkansas

Love’s Travel Stops today opened stores in in Hawthorne, Florida, and in Blytheville, Arkansas. Click here to learn more about the new locations.

August 4, 2016

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Road Warrior: Army veteran and steel hauler, wins custom KW & $50,000

“Joshua’s story reflects the resilience, work ethic and character that drive our industry forward, representing the very best of the professional driving community."

CargoNet Q3 2026 Supply Chain Risk Trends report showing 547 theft incidents, top targeted states, and $230M estimated loss value

Cargo theft update: fewer incidents but value of stolen goods up sharply

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

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

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