Dane Fullow, Author at Truck Drivers USA

Learn what truck drivers are earning across Nebraska in 2026, compare average pay by city, and discover the factors that influence trucking income across the state.

September 2, 2026

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Nebraska Truck Driver Pay Guide: What Drivers Are Earning in 2026

Nebraska’s location along Interstate 80 makes it one of the Midwest’s busiest freight corridors, supporting everything from agricultural shipments and food processing to manufacturing ...

Compare team driving and solo driving to learn how pay, freight opportunities, lifestyle, and daily routines differ before deciding which CDL career path is right for you.

September 2, 2026

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Team Driving vs. Solo Driving: Which Fits Your CDL Career?

Team driving has been part of the trucking industry for decades because it allows freight to keep moving while each driver follows federal Hours ...

Dolly Parton is being remembered following her passing just weeks after opening Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop along Interstate 65 in Cornersville, Tennessee.

September 2, 2026

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Dolly Parton Remembered Following Opening of Tennessee Travel Center

Country music icon, entrepreneur and philanthropist Dolly Parton is being remembered following her passing at the age of 80, which came just weeks after ...

FMCSA has completed pre-testing for two Hours of Service pilot programs that will expand in 2027 to study more flexible sleeper berth and duty period options for commercial drivers.

September 2, 2026

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FMCSA Prepares Hours of Service Pilot Programs for Expanded Driver Testing in 2027

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has completed the initial testing phase of two Hours of Service (HOS) pilot programs to examine whether ...

Learn how to lease a semi truck, the requirements, upfront costs, monthly expenses, and questions every owner-operator should ask before signing a lease.

September 1, 2026

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A Guide to Leasing a Semi Truck for Owner-Operators

Buying a truck is not the only way to become an owner-operator. Leasing gives drivers another path into truck ownership or independent operation without ...

Use this complete truck driver packing list to prepare your cab with essential documents, safety equipment, clothing, food, electronics, and personal supplies before every trip.

September 1, 2026

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The Complete Truck Driver Packing List for Life on the Road

Preparing for a trip starts before the engine is running. Along with planning the route and inspecting the truck, drivers need to make sure ...

Frito-Lay Transportation driver Joann McNabb has been named a TCA Highway Angel after helping a fellow truck driver experiencing a stroke on Interstate 94 in Michigan.

September 1, 2026

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Frito-Lay Driver Recognized as TCA Highway Angel After Helping Trucker During Medical Emergency

A Frito-Lay Transportation driver has been recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) after helping a fellow truck driver who suffered a stroke while ...

The Colorado Department of Transportation has released a new video series explaining key traffic laws, including hands-free driving, move over requirements, chain laws, and roundabout rules.

September 1, 2026

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Colorado DOT Highlights Traffic Laws Drivers Commonly Overlook

The Colorado Department of Transportation is encouraging motorists to brush up on several state traffic laws through a new public education campaign covering distracted ...

Learn what contributes to truck rollovers, how vehicle stability changes with different loads and the driving habits that help reduce rollover risk.

August 31, 2026

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Understanding Truck Rollovers and How to Prevent Them

Truck rollovers are among the most severe crashes involving commercial vehicles, not only because of the damage they can cause, but because they often ...

Learn what truck drivers earn in Connecticut, what factors influence CDL pay, and which industries and endorsements can help increase earning potential.

August 31, 2026

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A Connecticut Truck Driver’s Pay Guide

Connecticut may be one of the country’s smaller trucking markets, but its location makes it an important freight corridor for the Northeast. Major interstates ...