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October 8, 2024

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Revolutionizing Transportation: Volvo’s Groundbreaking VNL Model Debut

Volvo has officially kicked off production of the all-new VNL model at its expansive 2.3 million-square-foot New River Valley Assembly facility in Dublin, Virginia. ...

Thomas Patterson Melton Truck Driver honored as highway angel by Truckload carriers association

October 7, 2024

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Melton Truck Driver Honored for Brave Rescue Effort

A heroic truck driver from Oklahoma has been acknowledged for his courageous response to a perilous highway situation, earning an honorable recognition. Thomas Patterson, ...

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October 7, 2024

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Expanded Truck Parking in Oklahoma and Maryland

In exciting news for truck drivers, two new developments aim to enhance parking options for truckers in Oklahoma and Maryland. Oklahoma Welcomes New TA ...

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October 7, 2024

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Recovery and Travel Advisory for States Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Recovery and Travel Advisory for States Impacted by Hurricane Helene Hurricane Helene has left significant damage across North Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia. While the ...

joe plaziak, driver for big m transportion wins the grand prize for the Sheetz and Trucker Path National Driver Appreciation Week Sweepstakes

October 4, 2024

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Big M Transportation Driver Takes Home Top Prize in Sheetz & Trucker Path Contest

Earlier in July, Sheetz teamed up with Trucker Path to introduce this exciting sweepstakes for truck drivers, offering enticing weekly prizes. Participants had a ...

From left: Douglas Couch, U.S. Navy (E-5), Roehl Transport, Inc.; Cory Troxell, U.S. Army (E-7), Stevens Transport; Billy Taylor, U.S. Coast Guard (E-7), Werner Enterprises; Brian Ferguson, U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard (E-7), Melton Truck Lines; and Shawn Haley, U.S. Marine Corps (E-4), Veriha Trucking LLC (Source: Transition Trucking)

October 4, 2024

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Transition Trucking Announces 2024 Finalists

Five elite finalists have been identified for the prestigious 2024 “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” award. The recognition, organized by the U.S. Chamber of ...

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October 4, 2024

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Alaska’s CDL Training Rule Exemption Extended Until 2029

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to prolong an exemption concerning entry-level driver training for certain regions in Alaska for another ...

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October 3, 2024

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Navigating the Challenges: Dealing with I-40 Closure and Travel Advisories in Western North Carolina

The closure of Interstate 40 might extend for an entire year, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Officials have tentatively set ...

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October 2, 2024

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Exploring the Evolving Demographics of U.S. Truck Drivers

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) recently rolled out a significant new study aimed at shining a light on the changing faces behind the ...

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October 2, 2024

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Michigan Trucker Honored as Highway Angel for Heroic Actions at Vehicle Fire Scene

On the morning of August 27, 2024, in Summit Township, Michigan, truck driver Lisa Haner encountered a dangerous situation on Highway 31. A quick-thinking ...