Gear Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Truck driver retention varies by region, with home time, pay consistency, and respect for longer tenures. See how Midwest, South, Northeast, and West fleets compare.

February 5, 2026

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Why Truck Drivers Stay Longer with Some Fleets and How It Varies by Region

Truck drivers who stick around longer with their fleets often point to better home time, reliable schedules, and feeling respected on the job. Recent ...

FMCSA warns truck drivers and motor carriers about a new aggressive phishing scam using fake DOT and FMCSA emails to steal sensitive information. Learn how to spot and report it.

February 5, 2026

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FMCSA Issues Alert Over New Phishing Scam Targeting Trucking Companies

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is warning truck drivers, owner operators, and motor carriers about a sharp rise in scam emails designed to ...

The Truckload Carriers Association names the 2025 Highway Angels of the Year, honoring three professional truck drivers for life-saving actions, roadside leadership, and courage during real-world emergencies.

February 5, 2026

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TCA Names 2025 Highway Angels of the Year

The Truckload Carriers Association has named three professional drivers as its 2025 Highway Angels of the Year, recognizing actions taken on the road that ...

Truck drivers face higher risks of obesity, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure due to long hours on the road. Learn the most common health risks CDL drivers face and simple daily habits that help support long-term health and career longevity.

February 4, 2026

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Top Health Risks Truck Drivers Face and Simple Daily Habits That Help

Truck drivers keep America moving, but long hours on the road come with unique health challenges that build up over time. Sitting for extended ...

ATRI is accepting applications for its 2027–2028 Research Advisory Committee, inviting truck drivers and industry professionals to help shape the research priorities that guide the trucking industry.

January 30, 2026

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ATRI Opens Applications for 2027–2028 Research Advisory Committee

The American Transportation Research Institute is seeking new members for its next Research Advisory Committee term, opening the door for trucking professionals to influence ...

TruckDriversUSA asked experienced drivers what rookies need to know about winter driving. Read real advice on slowing down, spacing, smooth control, chains, pre trips, visibility, wind hazards, and staying safe in snow and ice.

January 26, 2026

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If You Could Tell Rookie Drivers One Thing About Winter Driving, What Would It Be?

We asked the TruckDriversUSA community a simple question with a serious purpose: If you could tell rookie drivers one thing about winter driving, what ...

Women In Trucking has opened nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award. Learn who can be nominated, key deadlines, and when the winner will be recognized.

January 26, 2026

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WIT Opens Nominations for 2026 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award

The Women In Trucking Association has opened nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award. WIT announced the call for nominees as the ...

State-level trucking pay data helps drivers choose better routes, compare job opportunities, and reduce income volatility by identifying markets that support consistent earnings over time.

January 23, 2026

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How Truck Drivers Can Use State-Level Pay Data to Choose Better Routes

Choosing where to run freight is one of the biggest factors shaping a driver’s long-term income. While many drivers focus on miles or weekly ...

ATA reports the Truck Tonnage Index rose 0.4 percent in December, marking a second consecutive monthly gain, though freight volumes remain soft amid continued weakness in manufacturing and construction.

January 23, 2026

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ATA Truck Tonnage Index Posts Modest December Increase

The American Trucking Associations reported a small improvement in truck freight activity to close out the year, with its Truck Tonnage Index rising 0.4 ...

The Truckload Carriers Association has named 57 carriers to its 2026 Elite Fleet program, recognizing truckload fleets that demonstrate strong safety records, competitive compensation, and driver-focused work environments.

January 23, 2026

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57 Carriers Earn Spot in TCA’s 2026 Elite Fleet Program

The Truckload Carriers Association has named 57 truckload carriers to its 2026 TCA Elite Fleet Certified Carriers program, marking the second year of the ...