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A breakdown of trucking routes that offer the most home time, comparing local, dedicated, regional, and OTR jobs by schedule, miles, and pay structure.

February 23, 2026

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Best Trucking Routes for Maximum Home Time and Work-Life Balance

Truck drivers chase earnings while craving time with family. Local routes get you home every night. Dedicated regional runs bring you back several nights ...

February 20, 2026

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Aurora Validates 1,000-Mile Driverless Truck Route from Fort Worth to Phoenix

Aurora Innovation is making waves in autonomous trucking by validating a 1,000-mile driverless route that goes beyond federal hours-of-service (HOS) limits. The company also ...

Quick mental health boosters for truck drivers on extended runs, including breathing techniques, stress tracking, simple routines, and connection strategies to reduce fatigue and stay focused behind the wheel.

February 19, 2026

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Quick Mental Health Boosters for Truck Drivers on Extended Runs

Truck drivers on long hauls face isolation and fatigue that spike stress levels, but simple proven techniques cut tension fast. Breathing exercises alone lower ...

Schneider now offers a free 90 day 25,000 mile third party warranty on most used trucks sold through its program. Learn what components are covered and which units qualify.

February 19, 2026

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Schneider Adds Free 90 Day Warranty on Most Used Trucks

If you have been looking at used trucks, Schneider just added an extra layer of protection to many of the units it sells. Schneider ...

Learn how new CDL drivers can build a strong resume with limited experience. Step-by-step guidance on highlighting CDL training, clean records, transferable skills, and landing entry-level truck driving jobs.

February 18, 2026

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How New CDL Drivers Can Build a Strong Resume with Limited Experience

CDL school graduates and brand new drivers can still build a resume that wins interviews, even with very little time behind the wheel. Employers ...

Michigan spring weight restrictions are active as of February 17. Learn which highways are impacted, current axle reductions, permit limitations, and how truck drivers can stay compliant.

February 18, 2026

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Michigan Spring Weight Restrictions Now Enforced Across Southern Lower Peninsula

Truck drivers operating in Michigan today should be aware that seasonal weight limits are officially active. The Michigan Department of Transportation began enforcing spring ...

Five truck gadgets that can lower diesel costs and improve miles per gallon, including GPS route optimizers, trailer side skirts, aero wheel covers, tire inflators, and idle shutdown timers.

February 17, 2026

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5 Truck Gadgets Proven to Cut Fuel Costs and Boost Miles Per Gallon

Truckers who add smart gadgets to their rigs see real fuel savings right away. GPS route planners and aerodynamic add-ons like side skirts deliver ...

Sidekick introduces a forklift-mounted fifth-wheel attachment designed to help trucking terminals and distribution centers reposition trailers safely without yard tractors.

February 16, 2026

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Forklift-Mounted Fifth-Wheel Attachment Aims to Change Trailer Moves in Busy Yards

Facilities that rely on yard tractors to reposition trailers may soon have another option. Sidekick Attachments has introduced a forklift-operated fifth-wheel attachment designed to ...

Women In Trucking launches a new driver-to-driver video interview series featuring Image Team members Kellylynn and Ashley sharing real experiences from life on the road.

February 16, 2026

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Women In Trucking Debuts Driver-to-Driver Interview Series Highlighting Image Team Voices

The Women In Trucking Association has introduced a new video interview series featuring professional women drivers sharing real experiences on the road. The first ...

Complete a 10-minute truck driver pre-trip checklist covering engine, tires, brakes, lights, cab systems, and trailer coupling based on FMCSA rules and CVSA inspection data.

February 13, 2026

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Complete Truck Driver Pre-Trip Checklist: Master Your 10 Minute Routine to Save Hours Every Week

Experienced truck drivers turn pre-trip inspections into a fast, automatic habit that prevents breakdowns and keeps schedules tight. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules ...