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Defending NTDC Grand Champion David Comings and mentor Scott Meyers return to Pittsburgh for the 2026 National Truck Driving Championships after qualifying through North Dakota competition.

August 13, 2026

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Mentor and Defending Champion Reunite at 2026 National Truck Driving Championships

The 2026 National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC) are underway in Pittsburgh, where 429 state champions from across the United States are competing for national ...

Wabash is recalling 553 model year 2027 van trailers because the external ABS malfunction indicator light may not be labeled, resulting in noncompliance with FMVSS No. 121.

August 13, 2026

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Wabash Recalls 553 Van Trailers Over Missing ABS Indicator Label

Wabash National Corporation is recalling 553 model year 2027 van trailers because the external antilock braking system (ABS) malfunction indicator light may not be ...

Learn how to evaluate maintenance records before buying a used semi truck, including ECM reports, DPF service history, oil analysis, and preventive maintenance records.

August 12, 2026

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Buying a Used Semi? Here’s What Maintenance Records Can Tell You

A clean exterior and a fresh coat of paint can make almost any used truck look appealing, but appearance rarely tells the full story. ...

TDUSA asked truck drivers to share their first truck, revealing memorable stories about the classic rigs that launched lifelong trucking careers.

August 12, 2026

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You Never Forget Your First Truck”: Drivers Share the Rigs That Started It All

Ask a truck driver about their first truck, and you’ll usually get much more than a make and model. You’ll hear stories about engines ...

TAT is recognizing professional truck driver Arian Taylor for his efforts to help combat human trafficking and highlighting free training resources available to transportation professionals.

August 12, 2026

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TAT Highlights Truck Driver’s Role in Combating Human Trafficking

TAT (formerly Truckers Against Trafficking) is recognizing professional truck driver Arian Taylor, recipient of the organization’s Harriet Tubman Award, for his efforts to help ...

TechCelerate Now has updated its website with new educational resources, videos, and an enhanced ROI calculator to help motor carriers evaluate advanced truck safety technologies.

August 12, 2026

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TechCelerate Now Updates Website with New Truck Safety Technology Resources

TechCelerate Now (TCN), a government-industry program focused on advanced truck safety technologies, has updated its website with new educational resources, videos, and an enhanced ...

Review the DOT inspection violations most often tied to driver logs, CDL credentials, annual inspection records, lighting, brakes, tires, and cargo securement.

August 11, 2026

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The Most Common DOT Inspection Violations for Truck Drivers

Roadside inspection reports show that some of the most frequently cited violations have little to do with a major mechanical failure. Logbook errors, missing ...

Kenworth, Fastport, and Hiring Our Heroes have announced the 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award honoring military veterans in trucking

August 11, 2026

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Kenworth Announces 11 Semi-Finalists for 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award

Kenworth, Fastport and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative have announced the 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving ...

: FMCSA has revoked five electronic logging devices and is requiring affected motor carriers to replace them with compliant ELDs by Oct. 6, 2026.

August 11, 2026

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FMCSA Revokes Five Electronic Logging Devices, Gives Carriers 60 Days to Comply

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has removed five electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its list of registered devices, requiring motor carriers using ...

Learn how truck drivers are paid, including cents per mile, hourly wages, salary, percentage pay, and the additional compensation that can affect total earnings.

August 10, 2026

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Your Guide to Today’s Truck Driver Pay Models

Truck driver pay isn’t calculated the same way across the industry. While cents per mile (CPM) remains the most common compensation model for over-the-road ...