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For truck drivers, the open road often means endless miles of highway blacktop. Yet these roads are more than mere pathways for transporting cargo—they're rich with history. Numerous American trucking routes traverse key historical sites, from ancient mining towns to famous battlefields. Making a pit stop at these locations can add depth to your travels. Here's a guide to some of the most unforgettable historical destinations you can visit on your route.

November 12, 2024

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Timeless Roads: Exploring Historic Landmarks on America’s Cross-Country Routes

For truck drivers, the open road often means endless miles of highway blacktop. Yet these roads are more than mere pathways for transporting cargo—they’re ...

Judy Love, co-founder of Love’s Travel Stops and notable philanthropist, passed away on November 5 in Oklahoma City at the age of 87.

November 12, 2024

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Honoring Judy Love: The Legacy of Love’s Travel Stops Co-Founder

Memorializing a Life of Passion for Travel and Community Judy Love, co-founder of Love’s Travel Stops and notable philanthropist, passed away on November 5 ...

Crash avoidance technology is often hailed as a crucial element in enhancing road safety. However, understanding how drivers engage with these systems remains a key question. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) aims to investigate this interaction.

November 12, 2024

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NHTSA to Examine Driver Interactions with Crash Avoidance Technology

Crash avoidance technology is often hailed as a crucial element in enhancing road safety. However, understanding how drivers engage with these systems remains a ...

top podcast episodes that celebrate the resilience and achievements of inspiring women in trucking. From personal stories to empowering initiatives, these episodes offer valuable insights for women in the industry.

November 11, 2024

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Top Podcast Episodes Highlighting Inspiring Women in Trucking

The world of trucking is evolving, with more women joining the profession and breaking barriers. Here are three podcast episodes showcasing the unique journeys, ...

Rick Thomas, an ABF Freight driver from Akron, Ohio, was recently honored as a Highway Angel by the Truckload Carriers Association for assisting a stranded motorist in Peninsula, Ohio. His act of kindness highlights the selflessness of truck drivers on the road.

November 11, 2024

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ABF Freight Driver Honored as Highway Angel for Assisting Stranded Motorist

Rick Thomas, a dedicated truck driver from Akron, Ohio, recently earned recognition for his act of kindness. The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) awarded Thomas ...

In a collaborative effort to honor our nation's fallen heroes, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has teamed up with Wreaths Across America (WAA) for this year's Truckloads of Remembrance initiative. This partnership also aims to provide vital support for the TCA Scholarship Fund.

November 11, 2024

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Truckload Carriers Join Forces with Wreaths Across America for Memorial Initiative

In a collaborative effort to honor our nation’s fallen heroes, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has teamed up with Wreaths Across America (WAA) for ...

Tens of thousands of Mack and over 100,000 International trucks are involved in a significant recall concerning Bendix electronic control units (ECUs). This action is part of Bendix's extensive recall impacting hundreds of thousands of ECUs.

November 11, 2024

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Recall Alert for Bendix ECUs Affecting Mack and International Trucks

Tens of thousands of Mack and over 100,000 International trucks are involved in a significant recall concerning Bendix electronic control units (ECUs). This action ...

Truck drivers have a language all their own, and CB handles are a prime example of how they express their personalities and experiences on the road. These names, often amusing and always unique, become a part of their identity, representing everything from humorous incidents to personal connections.

November 8, 2024

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The Unique and Unforgettable CB Handles Truck Drivers Use on the Road

Truck drivers have a language all their own, and CB handles are a prime example of how they express their personalities and experiences on ...

November 8, 2024

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MATS Unveils Exciting Layout Revamp for Enhanced Visitor Experience

Big changes are coming to one of the most iconic trucking events in the nation. The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) has revealed plans for ...

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is progressing toward integrating oral fluid testing into its drug and alcohol testing programs for transportation workers. In May 2023, the department finalized a regulation update allowing employers to include oral fluid as an option for DOT-mandated drug tests. This addition was meant not to replace existing methods but to expand the testing options for employers and drivers.

November 8, 2024

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DOT Advances Toward Oral Fluid Testing in Drug Screening Programs

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is progressing toward integrating oral fluid testing into its drug and alcohol testing programs for transportation workers. In ...