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Wisconsin is asking truck drivers to share real feedback on the state’s growing truck parking shortage. A new WisDOT survey invites drivers to point out problem areas, suggest improvements, and help guide future parking solutions across the state.

December 9, 2025

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Wisconsin Asks Truck Drivers to Speak Up About Parking Shortages

Truck parking has been tight across Wisconsin for years, and the state now wants to hear directly from the drivers dealing with it every ...

FMCSA plans a new survey to study the truck parking shortage, collecting driver feedback on parking challenges and estimating the benefits of adding new truck parking spaces nationwide. Learn what the survey will cover and how drivers can provide input.

December 3, 2025

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FMCSA Wants Drivers to Weigh In as New Parking Study Moves Forward

Truck drivers across the country already know the parking situation is tight, and the FMCSA is finally taking another step to collect hard data ...

Local infrastructure projects in small metro areas are driving higher demand for truck drivers. Federal and state investments in roads, bridges, and construction create stable freight opportunities, competitive pay, and regional routes. Drivers who track projects, gain relevant endorsements, and connect with local carriers can capitalize on this growing market.

December 2, 2025

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How Local Infrastructure Projects Are Increasing Truck Driver Demand in Small Metro Areas

Local infrastructure projects are quietly reshaping the truck driving job market, especially in small metro areas across the country. Drivers looking for stable work ...

FMCSA removes 5 ELDs from its approved list. Truck drivers using Ontime Logs PT, Green Light, Sahara, US FAST, or ELDWISE must switch to compliant devices by January 20, 2026.

November 25, 2025

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FMCSA Pulls 5 ELDs from Approved Device List: What Truckers Need to Know

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced on November 20 that five electronic logging devices (ELDs) have been removed from the agency’s list ...

A look at the best truck stops along Oregon’s I-5 corridor offering safe parking, clean showers, quality food, repair services, and driver-friendly amenities to keep truckers rested and ready for the road.

November 24, 2025

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Top Truck Stops with Best Amenities on Oregon’s I-5 Corridor

Interstate 5 is a central route for countless truck drivers navigating Oregon. Along this busy highway, knowing where to stop with reliable parking, quality ...

The 2025 Stars Stripes and White Lines Truck Show at EchoPark Speedway crowned winners in four truck categories, honored heroes, and raised funds for Wreaths Across America. See the top trucks and drivers who took home national titles.

November 24, 2025

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National Champs Take Top Honors at Stars, Stripes and White Lines Truck Show

The 2025 Stars, Stripes and White Lines (SSWL) National Championship rolled back into EchoPark Speedway in Hampton, Georgia, for its second consecutive year. The ...