News Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Chad Roberson's emotional journey to reclaim his late father’s 2000 Kenworth W900 after 15 years. A heartfelt story of family, trucking heritage, and a restored legacy that keeps the spirit of two generations alive.

December 13, 2024

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A Father’s Trucking Legacy Rescued After 15 Years

Chad Roberson’s Journey to Recover His Dad’s 2000 Kenworth W900 At just 49 years old, Chad Roberson, a third-generation truck driver from Fairfield, Illinois, ...

Lily Transportation partnered with the Salvation Army to deliver Thanksgiving meals to local veterans in need. Learn about their impactful efforts, logistical support, and dedication to addressing food insecurity among veterans and their families.

December 13, 2024

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How Lily Transportation Helped Deliver Thanksgiving Meals to Veterans in Need

On November 23, volunteers from Lily Transportation and the Salvation Army came together despite rain-soaked skies to deliver Thanksgiving meals to local veterans. The ...

OOIDA's Truckers For Troops initiative continues to support veterans through meaningful contributions to the Veterans Community Project. Learn about this year’s donations, expanding outreach, and the campaign’s ongoing impact since 2007.

December 13, 2024

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Truckers For Troops Makes Annual Contribution to Veterans Community Project

Truckers For Troops, a flagship fundraising initiative by OOIDA (Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association) that supports active service members and veterans, delivered its annual donation ...

Connecticut is investing $31 million to expand truck parking statewide, addressing a critical shortage with over 180 new spaces planned at five key locations. Learn how this initiative improves safety, efficiency, and working conditions for truckers.

December 12, 2024

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Connecticut Allocates $31 Million to Expand and Enhance Truck Parking Statewide

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has unveiled a $31 million initiative aimed at significantly enhancing truck parking availability at five strategic locations throughout ...

The trucking industry shows signs of recovery heading into 2025, with positive employment growth in November. Despite challenges like hurricanes and strikes, recent job gains suggest the freight recession may be ending, offering cautious optimism for carriers.

December 12, 2024

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Positive Freight Market Outlook Confirmed by Employment Growth Heading into 2025

Following a challenging year marked by disruptive hurricanes, strikes at key ports, and a landmark presidential election, the trucking industry showed promising signs of ...

The DOT has proposed a temporary update to drug-testing regulations, addressing the delay in oral fluid drug testing. This amendment offers a short-term solution by requiring directly observed urine collections in scenarios where oral fluid tests are mandated but unavailable. Learn more about the proposal and how it impacts trucking regulations.

December 12, 2024

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DOT Introduces Temporary Update to Drug-Testing Regulations

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed a temporary amendment to its drug-testing regulation. This change focuses on situations where oral fluid drug ...

latest updates to the FMCSA Crash Preventability Determination Program, including expanded crash types and improved review processes.

December 11, 2024

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FMCSA Finalizes Updates to Crash Preventability Determination Program

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has confirmed updates to its Crash Preventability Determination Program, introducing significant expansions to enhance the program’s scope. ...

The trucking industry is edging closer to equilibrium as freight demand and capacity trends stabilize post-pandemic.

December 10, 2024

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Trucking Industry Approaches Supply-Demand Balance

ACT Research Supply-Demand Balance Index Climbs to 57.2 The trucking market is inching closer to achieving equilibrium, as trends in freight demand and capacity ...

Sheetz's newest truck-friendly store in Marmet, WV, opening December 12! With high-flow diesel lanes, delicious 24/7 MTO meals, and grand opening giveaways, it's the ultimate stop for truckers.

December 10, 2024

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Sheetz Brings a Truck-Friendly Convenience Store to Marmet, West Virginia

Sheetz is excited to announce the opening of its newest store at 10401 MacCorkle Ave. in Marmet, West Virginia. Officially opening on December 12, ...

December 10, 2024

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Arkansas Completes Interstate 30 Overhaul Well Ahead of Schedule

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (Arkansas DOT) has announced the early completion of a major overhaul of Interstate 30 in the Little Rock region. ...