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A major recall affecting more than 19,000 Daimler and Wabash trucks and trailers is now in effect. Here’s what truck drivers need to know about the affected models, safety issues, repair timelines, and manufacturer contacts.

November 20, 2025

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Massive Recall Hits More Than 19,000 Daimler and Wabash Trucks and Trailers

If you run Western Star, Freightliner, or stepdeck equipment in your operation, there’s a new recall you’ll want on your radar. The National Highway ...

TravelCenters of America has officially ended its roadside assistance on active roadways after a fatal incident and rising distracted-driving dangers. Here’s what drivers need to know about the shift, the safety concerns behind it, and how move-over laws are changing across the country.

November 20, 2025

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TA Ends Shoulder-Side Roadside Repairs as Distracted Driving Risks Rise

TravelCenters of America has implemented a significant change that impacts drivers who rely on roadside assistance during breakdowns. After a series of close calls ...

Truckers For Troops shows how drivers nationwide support U.S. troops and veterans through care packages and donations. Learn how you can participate and make every dollar count.

November 19, 2025

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Truckers For Troops: Every Dollar Makes a Difference

What began as a simple idea with modest expectations has grown into a nationwide movement where truck drivers step up to support troops and ...

TCA is adding three new workshops to its 2026 annual convention, giving truck drivers and carriers insights on AI tools, benchmarking, and company culture across the trucking industry.

November 19, 2025

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TCA adds three new workshops for Truckload 2026

The Truckload Carriers Association is gearing up for its 2026 convention, and this time, they are adding three new workshops meant to address the ...

Averitt drivers team up with Chattanooga Bakery to deliver nearly 115,000 MoonPies to military bases through the Patriotic Pies program, supporting troops across the Southeast.

November 19, 2025

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Mission: MoonPie — Averitt and Chattanooga Bakery Fuel Troop Smiles

Averitt drivers know what it means to haul a load that matters, and their latest run with Chattanooga Bakery is another example of trucking ...

A look at the five finalists for the 2025 ATA National Driver of the Year Award, highlighting their decades of safe driving, industry involvement, and the milestones that earned them national recognition.

November 18, 2025

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ATA Names Five Standout Finalists for the 2025 National Driver of the Year Award

Long-haul, regional, and local drivers know what it takes to keep freight moving safely day after day. The American Trucking Associations is giving that ...

Cargo theft is evolving as organized crime targets high-value freight. Truck drivers and owner-operators need strategies to protect loads, prevent double brokering, and stay safe on the road.

November 18, 2025

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Cargo Theft Tactics Evolve as Average Haul Value Doubles

Cargo theft is shifting, and truckers need to be sharper than ever. According to the latest CargoNet report, thieves aren’t just stealing more; they ...

ATRI invites truck fleets to share data on insurance and risk management practices. Learn how rising premiums are affecting carriers and what strategies can reduce costs.

November 18, 2025

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ATRI Launches New Look Into Soaring Insurance Costs and Real-World Risk Management

Commercial auto insurance has been climbing for years, and truck drivers are feeling the impact as fleets adjust budgets and coverage. The American Transportation ...

Learn how Kansas farm freight drivers can stay compliant with CFV exemptions, registration, size limits, permits, and safety laws. Includes details on hours of service, overweight permits, and securement rules.

November 17, 2025

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Understanding Vehicle Classifications for Kansas Farm Freight

Every Kansas agricultural hauler should know whether a load qualifies for the Covered Farm Vehicle (CFV) exemption. CFVs include trucks or trailers operated by ...