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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 ...

FMCSA extends its winter weather emergency declaration through Feb. 20, granting temporary hours of service relief for truck drivers providing direct emergency assistance in 40 states.

February 12, 2026

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FMCSA Extends Winter Weather Hours of Service Waiver Through Feb. 20

Truck drivers hauling emergency freight during severe winter storms will continue to receive temporary hours-of-service flexibility. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended ...

Practical truck cab upgrades that improve sleep, reduce back pain, and help truck drivers stay productive, including seat support, mattress toppers, blackout shades, and 12V fridges.

February 11, 2026

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Truck Cab Upgrades That Help Truck Drivers Feel Better and Earn More

Truck drivers live in their cabs for weeks at a time, so even small tweaks to that space can change how rested and ready ...

New Mexico DOT warns truck drivers about a toll scam demanding payment in a state with no toll roads. Learn how to spot fraudulent texts, emails, and fake toll notices.

February 11, 2026

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New Mexico Toll Scam Targets Drivers in a State With No Toll Roads

Truck drivers running through New Mexico should be aware of a scam circulating by text, email, and phone. The scheme claims drivers owe money ...

FMCSA is accepting public comments on a proposed industry-wide ELD exemption that would allow truck drivers to use paper logbooks instead of electronic logging devices.

February 11, 2026

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FMCSA Accepting Public Comments on Proposed Paper Log Exemption to ELD Rule

Truck drivers who want the option to return to paper logbooks may soon have a chance to weigh in. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety ...

Compare the longest-lasting semi truck tires for heavy haulers, including Michelin X Line Energy Z, Continental Hybrid HS3, and Goodyear Endurance, with real-world mileage data and cost per mile insights.

February 10, 2026

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Which Semi Truck Tires Last the Longest for Heavy Haulers?

Heavy haulers constantly battle tire costs that erode margins when rigs hit 80,000 pounds GVW. Tires that deliver maximum miles between shop visits keep ...