Dane Fullow, Author at Truck Drivers USA

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 ...

Volvo Trucks North America and the Center for Pet Safety have released a free guide with recommendations to help truck drivers travel more safely with dogs and cats.

August 31, 2026

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Volvo Trucks Releases New Pet Safety Guide for Drivers Traveling with Animals

Volvo Trucks North America has partnered with the nonprofit Center for Pet Safety to release a new guide aimed at helping professional truck drivers ...

CVSA has released the 2026 International Roadcheck results after inspectors placed 10,350 trucks and 3,184 drivers out of service during the three-day inspection campaign.

August 31, 2026

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International Roadcheck 2026 Results Show More Than 10,000 Trucks Placed Out of Service

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has released the results of the 2026 International Roadcheck inspection campaign, reporting that more than 10,000 commercial vehicles ...