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The CVSA 2026 out-of-service criteria are now active. Learn the full list of updates affecting drivers, vehicles, ELD records, brakes, and inspections

April 7, 2026

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CVSA 2026 Out of Service Criteria Now Active Across North America

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has rolled out its 2026 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria, replacing the previous version used in inspections across the ...

Learn how OTR drivers manage multi-stop runs with organized paperwork dock planning and simple systems that reduce delays and keep deliveries on schedule

April 6, 2026

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How OTR Drivers Can Stay Organized at Multiple Docks Every Single Trip

Over the road, truckers know multi-stop runs create chaos when paperwork mixes between docks. You unload partial freight at bay one, grab new papers, ...

TravelCenters of America opens a new TA Express along I-57 in Judsonia, Arkansas, featuring 92 truck parking spaces, diesel lanes, food options, showers, and driver amenities

April 6, 2026

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New TA Express in Judsonia Adds Space and Services Along I-57

TravelCenters of America has opened a new TA Express in Judsonia, Arkansas, along Interstate 57, bringing drivers more options for parking, fuel, and quick ...

A breakdown of U.S. states with the highest CDL driver demand, including Texas, California, and Illinois, plus what drives steady trucking job availability.

April 3, 2026

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Where CDL Driver Demand Is Strongest in the United States

Truck drivers are still a critical part of the freight system across the country. Even though the economy shifts from year to year, certain ...

TDOT selects Cavnue to lead a smart freight corridor pilot on I-40, testing connected freight technology to improve safety, reduce congestion, and support future infrastructure planning.

April 3, 2026

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Tennessee Launches Smart Freight Corridor Pilot on I-40 Between Memphis and Blue Oval City

A major freight route in West Tennessee is about to become a testing ground for new technology that could change how freight moves in ...

Ingrid Brown is named the 2026 Driver of the Year by Women In Trucking, recognizing her 46-year career, safety leadership, and impact across the trucking industry.

April 3, 2026

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Ingrid Brown Earns WIT 2026 Driver of the Year Recognition

Recognition at the national level doesn’t come easy in trucking. It takes years on the road, a reputation for doing things the right way, ...

Truck Drivers USA members share heartwarming real-life experiences of kindness on the road. From helping stranded drivers to small gestures that made a big impact, read the inspiring stories from professional drivers across the country.

April 2, 2026

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Truck Drivers USA Community Shares Real Stories of Kindness on the Road

Truck driving is a tough job, full of long hours, unpredictable roads, and countless challenges. Yet amid the miles and deadlines, drivers often encounter ...

Springfield, Missouri, hosts the ATHS 2026 National Convention and Truck Show as Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary, featuring hundreds of historic trucks, educational events, and attractions.

April 2, 2026

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Historic Trucks Head to Springfield for Route 66 Centennial Celebration

Springfield, Missouri, is preparing for a major trucking event this summer as Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary. Hundreds of historic trucks will arrive ...

: A clear guide to DOT physicals for truck drivers, covering requirements, exam steps, preparation tips, and certification rules to help keep your CDL active and avoid delays.

April 1, 2026

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Truck Drivers’ Guide to DOT Physicals: Requirements, Exam Day Tips, and Certification Rules

For anyone behind the wheel of a commercial truck, DOT physicals come with the territory. Most CDL holders go through this exam every couple ...

MDOT continues adjusting Michigan spring weight restrictions after the March 30 changes. See affected routes, limits, and what drivers should plan for in April.

April 1, 2026

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Michigan Continues Adjusting Spring Weight Restrictions as Frost Laws Shift

Heading into early April, spring weight restrictions across Michigan are still changing as thaw conditions evolve. The Michigan Department of Transportation confirmed late in ...