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FMCSA revokes four electronic logging devices from its approved list, giving truck drivers and motor carriers 60 days to replace non-compliant ELDs before enforcement begins

January 19, 2026

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FMCSA Revokes Four More Electronic Logging Devices from Approved List

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has removed four additional electronic logging devices from its list of registered and compliant ELDs, continuing its recent ...

Job posting density shows where trucking demand is strongest and how it affects pay, hiring speed, and availability. Learn how drivers can use job board data and metro comparisons to make smarter job decisions.

January 14, 2026

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What Job Posting Density Can Tell Drivers About Pay and Availability

Drivers often look at posted pay first, but the number of jobs available in a market can matter just as much as the dollar ...

Konik Heavy Duty Products introduces a galvanized quick install mud flap bracket designed for fast roadside repairs without welding or drilling, helping reduce downtime and compliance delays.

January 14, 2026

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Konik Introduces Galvanized Quick-Install Mud Flap Bracket for Faster Roadside Repairs

Konik Heavy Duty Products has introduced a new Quick Install Mud Flap Bracket designed to restore vehicle roadworthiness quickly without welding or drilling. The ...

FleetForce partners with Lee County Schools to expand CDL training in Southwest Florida, creating new pathways for truck drivers to enter high-demand driving careers.

January 14, 2026

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FleetForce Expands CDL Training Access Through New Partnership in Southwest Florida

Truck drivers considering a career start or upgrade in Southwest Florida will soon have another local training option. FleetForce Truck Driver Training has announced ...

Purdue University and INDOT successfully tested wireless highway charging for a heavy-duty electric truck in Indiana, demonstrating how future roadways could support electric trucking at highway speeds.

January 13, 2026

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Purdue Demonstrates Wireless Charging for Electric Trucks at Highway Speeds

Purdue University researchers have successfully demonstrated wireless charging for a heavy-duty electric truck traveling at highway speeds, marking a first for on-road testing of ...

California Highway Patrol warns truck drivers to double-check GPS routes after a tractor-trailer became stuck on a narrow gravel road in Placer County, highlighting the risks of relying solely on navigation apps.

January 13, 2026

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CHP Warns Drivers to Double Check GPS After Truck Gets Stuck on Placer County Road

The California Highway Patrol is reminding truck drivers to verify GPS routes after a tractor-trailer became stuck on a narrow gravel road in Placer ...

Regional truck driving in Baltimore, Richmond, and Newark offers steady schedules thanks to port-driven freight, repeat lanes, and structured Mid Atlantic distribution networks.

January 9, 2026

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Why Regional Truck Driving Offers Predictable Schedules in the Mid-Atlantic

Regional truck driving in the Mid Atlantic is often associated with steadier schedules than long-haul work, and that reputation is closely tied to how ...

Landstar employees across the country supported food banks, housing programs, schools, and family services in 2025, contributing meals, donations, and volunteer time to local communities.

January 9, 2026

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Landstar Employees Step Up for Communities Across the Country in 2025

Giving back is part of trucking culture, and one major carrier spent 2025 putting that belief into action in communities where its people live ...

Truck driver pay varies between coastal states and inland freight corridors due to freight flow, demand, and consistency. Learn how location impacts earnings and how to compare job opportunities by region.

January 5, 2026

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Truck Driver Pay Differences Between Coastal States and Inland Freight Corridors

Truck driver pay is shaped by where freight moves and how consistently it flows. Coastal states tied to ports and international trade often report ...

The Truckload Carriers Association recognizes four professional drivers as Highway Angels for heroic actions on the road. Their stories highlight courage, quick thinking, and the impact truck drivers have beyond the wheel.

January 5, 2026

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Highway Heroes in Action: TCA Highway Angels Make a Difference on the Road

Acts of courage and compassion often happen quietly on America’s highways. When they do, the Truckload Carriers Association recognizes those moments through its Highway ...