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Why Some Freight Corridors Have Tougher Truck Parking Conditions
Ask a group of drivers about truck parking and the conversation will usually turn toward the same locations. Certain freight corridors develop a...
How Different Trailer Types Affect the Loading and Unloading Process for Truck Drivers
Loading and unloading are part of every trucking job, but the process can look very different depending on the trailer behind the truck....
How Semi Truck Design Has Changed Over the Last 20 Years
The semi-truck has not changed because one feature suddenly redefined the industry. It changed because nearly every part of the truck was adjusted...
Freightliner Cascadia Vs Volvo VNL: Full Comparison Guide for Truck Drivers
The Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL are two of the most recognizable trucks on North American highways. Both are commonly used for regional...
Why The Busiest Highways in the US Are Also Major Freight Corridors
A truck can cross hundreds of miles of open country and still run into traffic on the same handful of highways day after...
World Cup Crowds Could Slow Freight Traffic in Several Major Markets Through July
Truck drivers running freight through major metropolitan areas this summer may want to keep an eye on World Cup schedules. The tournament got...
How To Verify A CDL Job Offer Before Leaving Your Current Employer
Leaving one trucking job for another is a major decision, especially when a paycheck, benefits, and family responsibilities are involved. Most job changes...
When Do Truck Drivers Qualify for Layover Pay and How Does It Work
A truck can be parked for a lot of reasons. The weather may shut down a route. A receiver may take too long...
FTR To Host Free Webinar on Key Transportation Issues In 2026
FTR is inviting transportation professionals to a free webinar on July 9 that will focus on several of the issues currently shaping freight...
ATRI Wants to Know How Drivers and Carriers View Today’s Truck Safety Technology
The American Transportation Research Institute is seeking feedback from truck drivers and motor carriers through a new survey examining onboard safety technology and...
