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Flatbed spot rates hit their highest levels since 2022, leading the trucking spot market as demand and volumes climb. Explore the latest trends in flatbed, dry van, and refrigerated freight and what they mean for drivers and fleets.

March 23, 2026

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Flatbed Rates Surge as Spot Market Finds Its Footing

The spot market is showing signs of life again, and if you’re pulling a flatbed, you’re likely feeling it first. Recent data from FTR ...

FMCSA is warning carriers and owner-operators not to sell or lease USDOT and MC numbers outside of legitimate transactions. Learn the risks, potential penalties, and how improper transfers can lead to revoked authority and liability issues in the trucking industry.

March 23, 2026

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FMCSA Issues Warning on USDOT and MC Number Sales: What Drivers Need to Know

If you’ve been approached about selling your USDOT or MC number, federal regulators are making it clear: don’t do it. A recent bulletin from ...

HDTX 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers heavy-duty trucking fleet managers educational sessions, structured supplier meetings, and industry insights. Learn what to expect at this exclusive event.

March 20, 2026

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HDTX 2026: What Truck Fleet Managers Should Know About This Exclusive Industry Event

For fleet managers in heavy-duty trucking, finding opportunities for meaningful industry conversations can be rare. Traditional trade shows often feel like a whirlwind of ...

Learn how tanker drivers can maximize weekly miles with smarter Hours of Service planning. Discover proven strategies to increase utilization, stay FMCSA compliant, and boost earnings in CDL tanker jobs.

March 19, 2026

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How You Can Maximize Weekly Tanker Miles Through Smart HOS Planning

Tanker truck drivers already know how every single mile adds up to their weekly paycheck. You deal with liquid surge, terminal delays, and tight ...

Fleetworthy and HAAS Alert expand their partnership to deliver real-time roadside alerts for stopped trucks and emergency vehicles. Truck drivers gain advanced in-cab warnings that improve safety and help prevent collisions during high-risk roadside moments.

March 19, 2026

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Fleetworthy is expanding its collaboration with HAAS Alert to enhance safety for truck drivers and roadside responders by delivering real-time alerts for stopped commercial ...

FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs highlights challenges in the CDL training provider registry, stressing the need for proper driver training, professional standards, and removing bad actors from the system.

March 19, 2026

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FMCSA’s Barrs Eyes Major Updates to CDL Training Provider Registry

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is considering major updates to improve CDL training standards across the trucking industry. Administrator Derek Barrs spoke about ...

MATS 2026 will honor Bette Garber, Bill Foose, and Bill Weaver with Wall of Fame inductions during the opening reception. Join the celebration, enjoy tastings, and support the St. Christopher Trucker Relief Fund at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

March 18, 2026

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MATS 2026 Honors Garber, Foose, and Weaver with Wall of Fame Induction

Three prominent figures in trucking will receive one of the industry’s top recognitions at the Mid-America Trucking Show this year. Bette Garber, Bill Foose, ...

Bridgestone introduces a new Fleet Portal platform designed to centralize fleet data, service dispatch, and maintenance insights for transportation operators.

March 18, 2026

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Bridgestone Introduces Digital Fleet Portal to Streamline Vehicle Operations

Technology that tracks vehicles, service history, and performance data is becoming a bigger part of how transportation businesses operate. A new platform unveiled this ...

DAT launches a new iPhone widget for the DAT One app that allows owner operators to view top-paying load matches directly from their home screen and contact brokers faster.

March 17, 2026

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DAT Rolls Out iPhone Widget That Lets Owner-Operators Check Load Matches Without Opening the App

Owner-operators often rely on speed when searching for their next load. A few minutes can make the difference between locking in a strong rate ...

Indiana State Police CVED conducted over 6,400 inspections through February 14, placing 653 drivers and 752 vehicles out of service. Learn how early 2026 enforcement, winter storm responses, and human trafficking awareness campaigns impact truck drivers and fleet safety.

March 16, 2026

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Indiana State Police Shares Early 2026 Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Results

The Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division has released its latest figures for 2026, showing the ongoing importance of safety and compliance for ...