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ATRI is inviting for-hire motor carriers to participate in its 2026 Operational Costs of Trucking report, providing cost benchmarks, performance metrics, and customized peer comparisons based on 2025 data.

February 26, 2026

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ATRI Opens 2026 Data Collection for Annual Operational Cost Benchmarking Report

Trucking carriers across the country are being asked to contribute cost and performance data to one of the industry’s most widely referenced benchmarking studies. ...

New data from Trucker Path and Geotab shows where truck parking demand is highest, how long drivers search for parking, and how technology is guiding future parking expansion.

February 25, 2026

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Technology Is Pinpointing Where Truck Parking Is Needed Most

Every driver knows the reality. You can plan your clock perfectly and still burn time hunting for a safe place to shut down. Even ...

Truck drivers prioritize clear pay, predictable schedules, modern equipment, and fast support. Learn how to identify carriers that follow through using data from ATRI and real hiring checks.

February 24, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Want Most from Carriers (And How to Spot Companies That Actually Deliver It)

Truck drivers consistently prioritize transparent pay, predictable schedules, modern equipment, and responsive issue resolution when choosing carriers. The American Transportation Research Institute’s 2025 Critical ...

J.J. Keller introduces a QR code-linked video to help truck drivers complete manual log books accurately. Improve compliance, reduce errors, and train teams with this easy-to-use guide.

February 24, 2026

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JJ Keller Rolls Out QR Code Video to Make Manual Log Books Easier and More Accurate

Truck drivers juggling paperwork now have a new tool to make manual logbooks simpler. J.J. Keller & Associates Inc. has added a QR code ...

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems expands its brake school schedule with more in-person and virtual training focused on air brakes, electronic braking systems, and advanced safety technology for truck technicians and owner operators.

February 24, 2026

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Bendix Adds More Advanced Technology Training to 2026 Brake School

Brake systems on today’s trucks are no longer just air lines and chambers. With collision mitigation, electronic braking, and stability systems becoming standard, understanding ...

Volvo Trucks North America has recalled nearly 1,000 VNL trucks after identifying a parking brake issue that could increase rollaway risk. What truck drivers need to know and how repairs will be handled.

February 24, 2026

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Volvo VNL Trucks Recalled Over Parking Brake Rollaway Risk

If you’re running a newer Volvo VNL, you’ll want to check this before your next stop. Volvo Trucks North America has issued a recall ...

A breakdown of trucking routes that offer the most home time, comparing local, dedicated, regional, and OTR jobs by schedule, miles, and pay structure.

February 23, 2026

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Best Trucking Routes for Maximum Home Time and Work-Life Balance

Truck drivers chase earnings while craving time with family. Local routes get you home every night. Dedicated regional runs bring you back several nights ...

Truck drivers can earn up to $100 in Truck Parking Club Cash through Shell Rotella’s “Night on Us” promotion. Get a qualifying T5 or T6 oil change at participating locations and redeem your reward at over 4,200 Truck Parking Club stops nationwide to park safely and efficiently.

February 23, 2026

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Truck Parking Club and Shell Rotella Team Up to Give Drivers Up to $100 in Parking Cash

Truck drivers know how valuable safe, legal parking is on the road. Truck Parking Club (TPC) and Shell Rotella are making it easier for ...

Western Star expands recall on 47X and 49X trucks after previous battery fix failed. Learn which trucks are affected, signs of the defect, and what drivers need to do to stay safe.

February 23, 2026

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Western Star Expands Recall After Battery Fix Fails to Stop Fire Risk

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) is issuing an expanded recall for nearly 27,000 Western Star trucks after reports show that the previous battery repair ...

nternational Roadcheck 2026 runs May 12 to 14 and targets ELD tampering and cargo securement. Here is what truck drivers can expect during CVSA inspections and how to stay compliant.

February 23, 2026

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International Roadcheck 2026 Puts the Spotlight on ELD Tampering and Cargo Securement

Truck drivers across North America should expect extra attention this spring as inspectors roll out for International Roadcheck 2026, a 72-hour enforcement effort focused ...