News Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Learn how OTR reefer drivers can protect temperature-sensitive freight with simple routines, from trailer pre-cool and airflow setup to seal verification and temperature log checks.

March 9, 2026

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How OTR Reefer Drivers Keep Freight Temps Safe with this Simple Guide

OTR reefer drivers know refrigerated freight like produce, meats, dairy, and frozen goods carries zero room for temperature slipups from dock to dropoff. One ...

Paid truck parking is coming to Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, this summer, adding up to 200 reservable spaces through ParkPro to help address truck parking shortages.

March 9, 2026

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Paid Truck Parking Coming to Amerant Bank Arena This Summer

Additional paid truck parking capacity is set to open in South Florida this summer, adding hundreds of hourly spaces at Amerant Bank Arena, home ...

The Tennessee Trucking Foundation announces its 2026–2027 Road Team Captains, recognizing professional drivers who will promote highway safety and represent Tennessee’s trucking industry statewide.

March 9, 2026

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Tennessee Trucking Foundation Selects 2026–2027 Road Team Leaders

Highway safety efforts in Tennessee will be represented by a newly selected group of professional drivers for the 2026–2027 term. The Tennessee Trucking Foundation ...

CVSA releases new inspection guidance on ELD tampering and false logs, outlining when a 10-hour out-of-service order applies and how inspectors distinguish between traditional HOS violations and altered ELD data.

March 9, 2026

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Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Issues Updated Guidance on ELD Tampering and False Logs

New inspection direction is now in place, addressing falsified records of duty status and electronic logging device manipulation. The update draws a clearer line ...

Step-by-step guide to CDL tanker jobs. Learn how to earn Tanker (N) and Hazmat (H) endorsements, find ELDT providers, pass exams, and apply for high-paying tanker driving jobs fast.

March 6, 2026

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Your Complete Endorsement Directory for CDL Tanker Jobs

Tanker truck drivers who secure tanker and hazmat endorsements qualify for the best CDL tanker jobs hauling fuel, chemicals, and liquids that require specialized ...

FMCSA is recruiting 18 professional truck drivers to pre-test new Hours-of-Service pilot programs, including Flexible Sleeper Berth and Split Duty Period options. Drivers can help shape safer, more flexible OTR rules while participating in a six-week study with VTTI.

March 6, 2026

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FMCSA Recruiting 18 Drivers for Hours-of-Service Pilot Testing

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is looking for 18 professional drivers to participate in a six-week pre-test of two new Hours-of-Service (HOS) ...

St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund launches free at-home cervical cancer screenings for female OTR drivers nationwide, expanding preventative health programs for professional truck drivers.

March 6, 2026

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Free At-Home Cervical Cancer Screenings Now Available for Female OTR Drivers Through SCF

Access to consistent medical care is one of the toughest challenges facing long-haul drivers, especially those who spend weeks away from home. In recognition ...

Shell Starship returns to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES for 2026 with expanded renewable natural gas use, while Averitt promotes Randy McCorkle to vice president of sales in key southern markets.

March 6, 2026

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Shell Starship Returns to INDYCAR for 2026 as RNG Use Expands, Averitt Promotes New VP of Sales

The natural gas conversation is not slowing down, and one high-profile example is rolling back into the spotlight this season. After making history in ...

Team truck drivers' guide to mastering shifts, sleep, and long OTR runs. Learn proven systems to boost miles, stay compliant, and maximize earnings in team truck driving jobs.

March 5, 2026

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Team Truck Drivers’ Guide to Mastering Shifts, Sleep, and Long OTR Runs

Team truck drivers keep freight moving around the clock by sharing one truck between two CDL holders. This guide gives teams the secret sauce ...

Love’s Travel Stops upgrades its Love’s Rewards loyalty program for professional and casual drivers, expanding fuel discounts, in-store points, and new earning opportunities nationwide.

March 5, 2026

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Love’s Expands Rewards Program for Professional and Casual Drivers

Love’s Travel Stops has rolled out an upgraded version of its Love’s Rewards loyalty program, adding new earning opportunities for both professional truck drivers ...