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Colorado chain laws run through May 31 following recent I-70 crashes. See what truck drivers need to know about current requirements.

April 23, 2026

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Colorado Reminds Drivers Chain Laws Still in Effect Through May 31

Colorado Reminds Drivers Chain Laws Still in Effect Through May 31 CDOT reminded drivers that chain laws run through May 31 following recent crashes ...

New Hampshire State Police removed 35 trucks and 14 drivers from service in a one-day Operation Airbrake blitz. Learn what caused the violations and what drivers should watch.

April 22, 2026

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Why 35 Trucks Were Taken Off New Hampshire Roads in One Day and What Drivers Should Learn from It

New Hampshire State Police Troop G removed 35 commercial vehicles and placed 14 drivers out of service during a one-day Operation Airbrake enforcement effort ...

MT Training Center offers flexible CDL programs, financial aid, and career support to help drivers build long-term trucking careers.

April 22, 2026

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How One CDL Training Program Is Creating Real Career Paths for Drivers Who Need a Second Start

MT Training Center, founded by Melissa Cuellar just south of Dallas, is expanding what CDL training looks like by offering multiple license paths, financial ...

ATRI approved its 2026 trucking research priorities, including safety coaching, regulatory analysis, driver health, state benchmarking, and weather impacts.

April 21, 2026

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ATRI Sets 2026 Research Priorities, Includes Weather Event Impacts on Trucking

The American Transportation Research Institute has approved its 2026 Top Research Priorities. The priorities were identified by ATRI’s Research Advisory Committee at its annual ...

ATA is accepting nominations for the 2026 Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award, with submissions due by July 31.

April 21, 2026

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ATA Opens Nominations for 2026 Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award, recognizing individuals and organizations that promote a positive image of the ...

Compare OTR, regional, and local trucking jobs to understand differences in pay, home time, and workload for new drivers.

April 20, 2026

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OTR vs Regional vs Local Trucking: What New Drivers Need to Know Before Choosing

OTR, regional, and local trucking jobs all operate differently in terms of schedule, pay structure, and daily workload. Choosing the right starting point comes ...

Learn how to run a CDL pre-trip inspection that focuses on high-risk areas and helps prevent DOT violations.

April 20, 2026

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Catch DOT Violations Before They Happen with a Smarter Pre-Trip Routine

A pre-trip inspection only works if it consistently catches the issues that lead to violations or out-of-service orders. The difference is not whether it ...

FMCSA says its updated DataQs rules will give truck drivers a more structured process with timelines and independent review when challenging safety records.

April 20, 2026

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How the New DataQs Rules Could Help Truck Drivers Fix Safety Records Faster

Updated DataQs rules are expected to bring faster and more structured reviews when challenging crash records, inspection results, or violations. The biggest change is ...

Learn what Technician Appreciation Week 2026 means for truck drivers and how technicians support safety, compliance, and uptime.

April 20, 2026

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What Technician Appreciation Week Means for Truck Drivers in 2026

National Technician Appreciation Week is set for June 14 through 20, 2026, recognizing the professionals responsible for keeping trucks safe, operational, and ready for ...