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Mar 11, 2026
What’s really happening in trucking right now (and what drivers should know)
This blog post breaks down key takeaways from several trucking stories making waves in the industry. Each section links to the full article so you can
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Mar 11, 2026
The Truth About Becoming a Truck Driver in the United States (What Nobody Tells You)
Introduction – The trucking career everyone talks about… but few explain honestly If you search online about becoming a truck driver, you’ll see a lot
Mar 11, 2026
15 Essential Tips for New Truck Drivers (That Can Save Your Career)
Introduction – The first year in trucking is the toughest Starting a career in trucking can feel exciting… and overwhelming at the same time. You finally
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Mar 11, 2026
Diesel prices spike again — truckers feel the pain at the pump
Introduction – fuel costs hit drivers hard Just when trucking companies thought fuel prices might stabilize, diesel has surged again — and the increase
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Mar 11, 2026
Massachusetts trucking company to be acquired by New York business — consolidation continues in trucking
Introduction – another trucking company changes hands The trucking industry has always been competitive, but lately it feels like the landscape is shifting
Mar 11, 2026
Liquid meth hidden in fuel tank: trucker caught entering California in major drug bust
Introduction – when a routine border inspection turns into a major bust Most truck drivers crossing into California expect the usual routine — paperwork
Mar 11, 2026
Texas carrier Serna's Trucking files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy — another warning sign for the industry
Introduction – when a trucking company hits a financial pothole If you’ve been around trucking long enough, you know this industry runs in cycles. One
Mar 10, 2026
trucking industry update: key trends every driver should watch
The trucking industry never stands still. One month freight is booming, the next month companies are tightening their belts. Fuel prices swing, regulations
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Mar 10, 2026
More trucking company failures expected in 2026: what it means for drivers and freight
The trucking industry has always moved in cycles. Some years freight is booming, trucks are full, and companies are hiring drivers as fast as they can.
Mar 10, 2026
Old Dominion Freight Line expands with new Washington facility
The trucking industry doesn’t slow down for long. Even when freight markets fluctuate, major carriers continue investing in infrastructure to prepare
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Mar 10, 2026
Think gas prices are hurting you? Imagine being a trucker filling the tank
Most people feel the pain when they pull up to the gas pump. You watch the numbers climb… $40… $60… maybe $80 if you’re driving a big SUV. And suddenly
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Mar 10, 2026
Montana trucker charged after alleged highway shooting incident
Most truck drivers know the feeling. You’ve been behind the wheel for hours. Traffic is heavy. Someone cuts you off. Another driver slams the brakes.
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Mar 10, 2026
Driver applications dropping again: is another trucking shortage coming?
For the past couple of years, trucking companies have been singing the same tune: “There’s a driver shortage.” But lately something interesting has been
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Mar 10, 2026
Truck parking crisis: ATA’s Women In Motion pushes Congress to act
Imagine finishing a 14-hour day behind the wheel. Your clock is about to run out. You’re tired, hungry, and ready to shut it down. But there’s one problem
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Mar 08, 2026
Big changes in trucking: enforcement crackdowns, freight competition, and electric trucks
Trucking never stays quiet for long. One week it’s enforcement crackdowns, the next it’s technology shaking things up. Recently we’ve seen major drug
Mar 08, 2026
Wyoming cracks down on ELP violations with $1,000 fines and jail time for repeat offenders
Wyoming just sent a clear message to truckers and carriers operating in the state: Take electronic logging device rules seriously — or pay the price.
Mar 08, 2026
Tesla opens first Megacharger station in Los Angeles for Tesla Semi trucks
Tesla just made another big move in the push toward electric trucking. The company has officially opened its first Megacharger station in the Los Angeles
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Mar 08, 2026
Indiana truck inspection turns into DUI and drug arrest — what drivers need to know
What started as a routine truck inspection in Indiana quickly turned into something much bigger. Authorities say a commercial vehicle inspection led to
Mar 08, 2026
Railroads are coming for trucking freight again — here’s what drivers need to know
The railroads are making another run at freight that has traditionally belonged to trucks. And if you’ve been in trucking long enough, you’ve seen this
Mar 08, 2026
Federal crackdown wipes out 13,000 California CDLs — what it means for trucking
A major shake-up just hit the trucking industry. Federal authorities have forced the California DMV to cancel around 13,000 commercial driver’s licenses
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Mar 08, 2026
Over 1,100 pounds of meth found inside tractor-trailer — massive drug bust shocks trucking industry
Federal authorities just made a massive drug bust involving a commercial truck, seizing more than 1,100 pounds of methamphetamine hidden inside a tractor-trailer.
Mar 05, 2026
6 trucking stories every driver should pay attention to this week
The trucking world never sits still. One week it’s new safety crackdowns. The next week it’s laws, funding, or some environmental spill nobody saw coming.
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Mar 05, 2026
Nebraska Trucking Association launches education partnership with TCA
Introduction The trucking industry has always been built on experience. Most drivers learn the ropes from mentors, dispatchers, and years behind the wheel.
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Mar 05, 2026
Michigan cites trucking company after microplastics spill into Kalamazoo River
Introduction When people think of trucking accidents, they usually imagine overturned trailers or diesel spills. But a recent incident in Michigan involved
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Mar 05, 2026
Tennessee bill could bar truckers from roads if they can’t read signs
Introduction Imagine rolling through Tennessee hauling a load, only to be pulled over and told you can’t continue driving because you can’t read the road
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Mar 05, 2026
DOT inspection blitz on I-15 sidelines dozens of trucks in one day
Introduction If you’ve been trucking long enough, you already know the feeling. You roll up on a scale house or inspection area and suddenly see a line
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Mar 05, 2026
Nearly $500 million for truck parking: will it actually make roads safer?
Introduction Ask almost any truck driver what one of the biggest daily headaches is, and you’ll probably hear the same answer: finding a safe place to
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Mar 05, 2026
Why an obscure rail tax credit should matter to truckers
Introduction At first glance, a railroad tax credit might sound like something that only matters to train companies and accountants. But here’s the reality:
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Mar 04, 2026
Key trucking lessons drivers should pay attention to right now
This blog post breaks down key takeaways from a video that pulls together tips from multiple trucking articles. Instead of repeating the full articles,
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Mar 04, 2026
10 rookie truck driver mistakes that can cost you your job
Starting a trucking career can be exciting. You finally earned your CDL, you’re behind the wheel of a big rig, and the open road is calling. But the truth
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