News Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Melton Truck Lines driver Brian Koppenhaver was named a TCA Highway Angel after helping a critically injured man following an I-70 crash in Ohio.

September 9, 2026

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Melton Truck Lines Driver Named Highway Angel After Helping at Ohio Crash

Melton Truck Lines driver Brian Koppenhaver has been recognized as a TCA Highway Angel for helping a critically injured man after a crash on ...

Transfix's Freight Fantasy Football League has raised $26,200 for the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, with donations continuing through Super Bowl Sunday.

September 9, 2026

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Freight Fantasy Football League Raises Money for Truckers Facing Illness or Injury

A fantasy football league built around the freight industry is returning for a second season, with money raised going to the St. Christopher Truckers ...

Learn how FMCSA medical exemptions work for truck drivers, including current hearing and seizure exemptions, interstate requirements, and changes to diabetes and vision standards.

September 8, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Should Know About Federal Medical Exemptions

Federal medical standards determine whether someone is physically qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce. Most people meet those standards through ...

RaceTrac and Sheetz are offering September deals for truck drivers, including free food and drinks, double fuel points, and $1.99 bulk DEF.

September 8, 2026

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RaceTrac and Sheetz Roll Out September Deals for Truck Drivers

Truck drivers stopping at RaceTrac and Sheetz have several new deals available during September, including free food and drinks, bonus fuel rewards, and discounted ...

Pilot has opened nominations for its 2026 Road Warrior contest, with a customized Kenworth W990 and $50,000 going to this year’s winner.

September 8, 2026

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Pilot Opens 2026 Road Warrior Nominations with Custom Kenworth and $50,000 Prize.

Pilot has opened nominations for its 2026 Road Warrior contest, giving one professional truck driver the chance to receive a customized Kenworth W990 and ...

Construction has begun on the replacement of the Blatnik Bridge connecting Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, with completion expected in 2032.

September 4, 2026

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Construction Begins on New Blatnik Bridge Between Minnesota and Wisconsin

Construction is officially underway on the replacement of the Blatnik Bridge, the Interstate 535 connection between Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin. A groundbreaking ceremony ...

Northland Pioneer College has launched a CDL training program in Holbrook, Arizona, offering Class A and B training, commercial vehicles, flexible class schedules, and financial assistance.

September 4, 2026

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Northland Pioneer College Launches CDL Training Program in Northeastern Arizona

Northland Pioneer College has added commercial driver’s license training at its Holbrook campus, giving students in northeastern Arizona a new local option to prepare ...

Walmart Transportation driver Paul Mitchell was honored by the California Highway Patrol after reaching 4 million accident-free miles.

September 3, 2026

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Walmart Driver Celebrates 4 Million Accident-Free Miles in California

Walmart Transportation driver Paul Mitchell recently had a different reason to stop at a California Highway Patrol facility. Mitchell was honored at the Cottonwood ...

Nominations are opening for the NEXT Top Talent Award, recognizing professional drivers and diesel technicians under 30 for safety, leadership, and career growth.

September 3, 2026

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NEXT Top Talent Award Opens Nominations for Trucking Professionals Under 30

The Next Generation in Trucking Association is bringing back its NEXT Top Talent Award, a national recognition program for professional drivers and diesel technicians ...

Dolly Parton is being remembered following her passing just weeks after opening Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop along Interstate 65 in Cornersville, Tennessee.

September 2, 2026

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Dolly Parton Remembered Following Opening of Tennessee Travel Center

Country music icon, entrepreneur and philanthropist Dolly Parton is being remembered following her passing at the age of 80, which came just weeks after ...