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ATA's Women In Motion Council met with lawmakers in Washington, D.C., to discuss truck parking, infrastructure funding, restroom access, and other priorities affecting the trucking industry.

July 24, 2026

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ATA Women In Motion Takes Truck Parking and Driver Issues to Capitol Hill

Truck parking, restroom access, independent contractor protections, and infrastructure funding were among the trucking issues discussed with lawmakers this month as members of the ...

Construction has begun on a Wyoming DOT project that will add 365 truck parking spaces along Interstate 80 near Evanston, with work scheduled through 2028.

July 24, 2026

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Wyoming Begins Construction on 365 New Truck Parking Spaces Along Interstate 80

Truck drivers traveling through southwest Wyoming will see construction activity over the next several months as the Wyoming Department of Transportation begins work on ...

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has released the top 10 commercial vehicle violations identified during June inspections, with brake issues, inspection records, and registration violations leading the list.

July 23, 2026

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Oklahoma Highway Patrol Highlights Top Commercial Vehicle Violations Found During June Inspections

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has released the most common violations identified during commercial motor vehicle inspections conducted in June, providing a snapshot of the ...

Volvo Trucks North America and PACCAR have announced recalls affecting more than 3,800 Volvo, Peterbilt, and Kenworth commercial trucks and tractors due to steering and brake-related safety concerns.

July 23, 2026

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Volvo, Peterbilt, and Kenworth Recalls Affect More Than 3,800 Commercial Trucks

Thousands of commercial trucks and tractors are included in two newly announced recalls from Volvo Trucks North America and PACCAR after safety issues were ...

Learn what happens behind the scenes when an interstate closes, from dispatch decisions and truck detours to the supply chain effects that continue after traffic begins moving again.

July 22, 2026

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How Interstate Closures Affect Freight Beyond the Traffic Backup

An interstate closure doesn’t automatically send every truck onto the nearest detour. Before a carrier changes a route, someone has to decide whether rerouting ...

Texas has opened its first mechanical runaway truck ramp in El Paso, giving commercial drivers a new emergency escape option on westbound Loop 375 near I-10.

July 22, 2026

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Texas Opens First Mechanical Runaway Truck Ramp in El Paso

Texas has added a new safety feature for commercial drivers traveling through El Paso with the opening of the state’s first mechanical runaway truck ...

Wisconsin State Patrol completed its sixth annual Trooper in a Truck campaign, using semi trucks and buses to identify unsafe driving near commercial vehicles.

July 22, 2026

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Wisconsin Trooper in a Truck Campaign Targeted Unsafe Driving Near Commercial Vehicles

Wisconsin State Patrol troopers rode alongside professional drivers from July 13 through July 17 as part of the state’s sixth annual Trooper in a ...

The EPA is accepting public comments on proposed revisions to its 2027 heavy-duty truck emissions rule, including changes to engine derates, compliance timelines, and emissions-related warranties.

July 21, 2026

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EPA Seeks Public Input on Proposed Changes to 2027 Truck Emissions Rule

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public feedback on proposed revisions to its 2023 heavy-duty truck emissions rule, allowing truck drivers, owner-operators, ...

Landstar recognized its 2025 class of Million Mile Safe Drivers, Roadstar honorees, and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient during the 2026 BCO All-Star Celebration.

July 21, 2026

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Landstar Recognizes Drivers for Reaching Major Safe Driving Milestones

Landstar System recently recognized independent owner-operators for outstanding safety achievements during its 2026 BCO All-Star Celebration in Orlando, Florida, honoring drivers who have accumulated ...

The Truckload Carriers Association has recognized four professional truck drivers with Highway Angel Awards for assisting motorists and passengers during emergencies in Missouri, British Columbia, and Wisconsin.

July 20, 2026

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TCA Honors Four Professional Drivers with Highway Angel Awards

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has recognized four professional truck drivers with its Highway Angel Award after each stepped in to help others during ...