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CVSA’s 2026 International Roadcheck runs May 12 to 14 with a focus on ELD tampering and cargo securement. Here is what truck drivers need to know to prepare and avoid out-of-service violations.

February 18, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Need to Know About International Roadcheck 2026

From May 12 through May 14, enforcement officers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will conduct the annual three-day inspection campaign known as ...

Colorado has activated 18 variable speed limit signs on I-70 in Dowd Canyon west of Vail. Truck drivers must follow changing posted speeds based on weather and traffic conditions.

February 17, 2026

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Colorado Activates Real-Time Speed Limits on I-70 Mountain Corridor

Truck drivers running Interstate 70 through the Colorado mountains now have a new factor to watch west of Vail. The Colorado Department of Transportation ...

FMCSA has removed nine electronic logging devices from its registered list. Truck drivers and fleets have 60 days to switch to compliant ELDs before April 14.

February 17, 2026

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Federal Regulators Drop Nine ELDs From Compliance List, Impacting Motor Carriers

Electronic logging devices are not optional for most carriers running under federal hours of service rules. When a device falls out of compliance, the ...

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 ...