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Love’s Travel Stops plans to add 1,500 truck parking spaces and invest $700 million in 2026. Here’s what the expansion means for truck drivers and fleets.

February 17, 2026

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Love’s Travel Stops to Add 1,500 Truck Parking Spaces in 2026 as Part of $700 Million Investment Plan.

Truck parking remains one of the biggest daily challenges facing professional drivers. In 2026, Love’s Travel Stops says it plans to address that head-on ...

Truck drivers share real winter driving hacks that newer drivers might overlook. From slowing down and spacing out to packing emergency gear, these community-tested tips help keep loads and lives safe when snow and ice hit.

February 16, 2026

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Winter Driving Hacks Seasoned Truck Drivers Swear By

When we asked the Truck Drivers USA community, “What’s one winter driving hack you swear by that newer drivers might not think about?” the ...

Mack Trucks names Bergey’s Truck Centers its 2025 North American Dealer of the Year, recognizing top performance in sales, service, parts, leasing, and customer satisfaction.

February 16, 2026

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Bergey’s Truck Centers Earns Mack’s 2025 North American Dealer Recognition

Mack Trucks has named Bergey’s Truck Centers of Souderton, Pennsylvania, as its 2025 North American Dealer of the Year. The announcement was made during ...

Sidekick introduces a forklift-mounted fifth-wheel attachment designed to help trucking terminals and distribution centers reposition trailers safely without yard tractors.

February 16, 2026

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Forklift-Mounted Fifth-Wheel Attachment Aims to Change Trailer Moves in Busy Yards

Facilities that rely on yard tractors to reposition trailers may soon have another option. Sidekick Attachments has introduced a forklift-operated fifth-wheel attachment designed to ...

Complete a 10-minute truck driver pre-trip checklist covering engine, tires, brakes, lights, cab systems, and trailer coupling based on FMCSA rules and CVSA inspection data.

February 13, 2026

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Complete Truck Driver Pre-Trip Checklist: Master Your 10 Minute Routine to Save Hours Every Week

Experienced truck drivers turn pre-trip inspections into a fast, automatic habit that prevents breakdowns and keeps schedules tight. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules ...

Sprint Mart launches a new Professional Driver Rewards program allowing truck drivers to earn fuel points for free showers, drinks, and discounts at travel center locations.

February 13, 2026

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Sprint Mart Rolls Out Loyalty Program Built for Professional Drivers

Fuel rewards programs are nothing new in trucking, but Sprint Mart is introducing one specifically structured for professional drivers. The company announced the launch ...

Wichita Army veteran Kenneth Laymon launches his trucking career after receiving the Future of Trucking Scholarship to complete CDL training at Kansas Truck Driving School.

February 13, 2026

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Wichita Army Veteran Enters Trucking Industry with CDL Scholarship Support

A Wichita Army veteran is officially stepping into the trucking industry after receiving financial assistance to complete CDL training. Driver Resource Center announced Kenneth ...

Mack Trucks extends its multi-year partnership as NASCAR’s Official Hauler, introducing 11 new Mack Pioneer 76-inch High-Roof Sleeper models for the 2026 racing season.

February 13, 2026

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Mack Trucks Extends Role as Official NASCAR Hauler with New Pioneer Fleet

Moving NASCAR from track to track is a full-season logistics operation, and Mack Trucks will continue to handle that responsibility. Mack and NASCAR have ...

Learn how truck drivers can reduce maintenance costs with daily inspections, proper tire care, fluid checks, and preventive service habits backed by ATRI data and fleet best practices.

February 12, 2026

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How Truck Drivers Can Cut Maintenance Costs Effectively

Repair and maintenance costs average $0.18 per mile for tractor trucks, according to American Transportation Research Institute data. Many drivers face these expenses every ...

FMCSA extends its winter weather emergency declaration through Feb. 20, granting temporary hours of service relief for truck drivers providing direct emergency assistance in 40 states.

February 12, 2026

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FMCSA Extends Winter Weather Hours of Service Waiver Through Feb. 20

Truck drivers hauling emergency freight during severe winter storms will continue to receive temporary hours-of-service flexibility. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended ...