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NPTC to Host 2026 National Safety Conference in Florida
The National Private Truck Council (NPTC) will bring fleet professionals from across the country together next month for its 2026 National Safety Conference,...
What Is a Roll-Off Truck Driver and What Does the Job Involve?
Roll-off trucking is one of the most specialized careers in the commercial driving industry, yet it's often overlooked by new CDL holders exploring...
Reefer vs. Dry Van: Understanding the Differences Before You Choose a Trailer
For someone new to trucking, a reefer trailer and a dry van can look almost identical from the outside. Both are enclosed trailers,...
CVTA Backs FMCSA Proposal to Strengthen English Proficiency Enforcement for Truck Drivers
The Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) is supporting a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposal that would make commercial drivers who fail...
CAST Specialty Transportation Driver Receives CVSA’s 2026 International Driver Excellence Award
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has named Tommy Cash of CAST Specialty Transportation Inc. as the recipient of the 2026 International Driver...
Essential Load Securement Tips Every Truck Driver Should Know
Proper load securement begins long before the truck leaves the shipper. It starts with understanding the cargo, evaluating how it will behave once...
Lease Purchase Trucking Programs: What Drivers Should Know Before Signing a Contract
For many truck drivers, a lease-purchase program appears to offer a faster path to becoming an owner-operator. Instead of qualifying for traditional commercial...
New Mexico Enforcement Operation Places 20 Commercial Vehicles Out of Service
The New Mexico State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Bureau recently placed 20 commercial vehicles and seven drivers out of service during a targeted...
A New CDL Driver’s Guide to Evaluating Your First Trucking Job Offer
Graduating from CDL school opens the door to a wide range of opportunities, but choosing the right first employer can have a lasting...
How New Truck Drivers Can Choose the Right Commercial Truck Insurance
Buying commercial truck insurance is one of the first major business decisions many new owner-operators face, and it can also be one of...
