Gear Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Truckstop expands into heavy haul freight with its Wize Load acquisition, adding rate intelligence tools for pricing oversized and specialized loads.

April 13, 2026

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Truckstop Expands Heavy Haul Capabilities with Wize Load Acquisition

Truckstop is putting more focus on the specialized side of freight, adding new tools aimed at heavy haul and oversized loads. The company recently ...

U.S. traffic fatalities dropped nearly 7 percent in 2025 despite increased travel, with enforcement and safety efforts cited as key factors.

April 13, 2026

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Highway Safety Improves as Fatal Crash Numbers Drop Across the U.S.

There has been a noticeable shift in national traffic safety data, with early estimates pointing to a drop in fatalities during 2025. The National ...

FMCSA is rolling out the Motus registration system in 2026. Carriers are urged to update Portal accounts, verify Company Officials, and prepare for the transition.

April 13, 2026

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FMCSA Tells Carriers to Get Ready for Motus Registration System Rollout

A major change is coming to how carrier registration is handled, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is urging fleets to get ahead ...

Why drivers notice angel number 1212 on the road and how it connects to focus, balance, and mental awareness during long hours behind the wheel.

April 10, 2026

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The Meaning Behind Angel Number 1212: Why Some Drivers See It as a “Road Sign”

Spend enough time on the road and certain things start to stand out. Not the big moments, but the small, repeated ones. A number ...

New Mexico State Patrol conducted a weeklong CMV enforcement operation in Clayton, completing 698 inspections and issuing over 300 citations to improve roadway safety.

April 10, 2026

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New Mexico CMV Enforcement Operation Brings High Inspection Volume to Clayton

A focused commercial vehicle enforcement operation in Clayton, New Mexico, led to hundreds of inspections and citations over one week. The effort was carried ...

Western Star expands its 2026 Star Nation Experience with new competitions and dealer participation to highlight driver skill and promote trucking careers.

April 10, 2026

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Western Star Expands Star Nation Experience to Spotlight Skill and Bring New Attention to Trucking Careers

As the industry continues to deal with a shortage of qualified drivers, one manufacturer is putting more focus on the people behind the wheel. ...

Love’s Travel Stops opens new locations in Albuquerque and Laurel, adding 216 truck parking spaces along major freight corridors

April 9, 2026

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Love’s Expands in New Mexico and Montana, Adding 216 Truck Parking Spaces

Two new stops from Love’s Travel Stops are now open in Albuquerque and Laurel, giving drivers more places to fuel, park, and reset along ...

Volvo recalls 337 VNL trucks for instrument panel failure and delayed brake release, with free dealer repairs available

April 9, 2026

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Volvo VNL Recall Affects More Than 300 Trucks Across Two Safety Issues

A new safety notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration outlines two separate recalls tied to the Volvo VNL, covering a total of ...

Real truck drivers share small wins from the road, including smooth deliveries, fast unloads, home time, and everyday moments that made the week better

April 8, 2026

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Small Wins on the Road That Kept Drivers Moving This Week

Life on the road is built on small moments that make a difference. We asked drivers to share their best win from the past ...

: C.H. Robinson is offering free fuel cards and cash advances to help offset rising diesel costs. Learn how carriers can save on fuel and access fast payments.

April 8, 2026

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C.H. Robinson Waives Fees on Fuel Cards and Cash Advances as Diesel Costs Rise

C.H. Robinson is rolling out temporary cost relief measures as diesel prices climb, offering both fuel discounts and improved access to cash for carriers ...