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Learn how border freight shapes trucking operations in Texas, from port gateways and appointments to scheduling, verification, and daily planning for drivers.

December 29, 2025

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How Border Freight Changes Trucking Operations in Texas

Border freight in Texas is not just another type of load. It operates under different pressures, timelines, and coordination requirements than most domestic freight. ...

The Midwest continues to be a practical starting point for long-haul truck drivers due to its central geography, freight flow, and strong interstate networks. Learn why many OTR careers begin in the Midwest.

December 26, 2025

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Why the Midwest Remains a Launch Point for Long-Haul Truck Drivers

The Midwest has long played a central role in over-the-road trucking, and that role continues today. For drivers entering long-haul work or transitioning from ...

Arizona Highway Patrol conducted a commercial vehicle enforcement detail on I-10 between Benson and Wilcox in honor of a fallen officer. The operation focused on Move Over Law enforcement and commercial vehicle compliance, resulting in multiple citations and inspections affecting truck drivers and carriers.

December 26, 2025

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Arizona Highway Patrol Conducts I-10 Enforcement Detail to Honor Fallen Officer

Arizona law enforcement recently carried out a commercial vehicle enforcement effort along Interstate 10 in southeastern Arizona that carried deeper meaning than a routine ...

Volvo Trucks North America partners with the Center for Pet Safety to complete the first pet safety evaluation of a heavy-duty truck. The new Volvo VNL passes testing designed to protect dogs traveling with truck drivers on long haul routes.

December 26, 2025

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Volvo VNL Earns Industry First Pet Safety Approval for Drivers Traveling with Dogs

Bringing a pet on the road is part of everyday life for many professional drivers. With hundreds of thousands of dogs riding along in ...

House lawmakers have launched the first-ever Congressional Trucking Caucus, bringing bipartisan focus to trucking safety, policy, and the long-term growth of the industry.

December 26, 2025

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Bipartisan Congressional Trucking Caucus Launches with Focus on Safety and Industry Growth

For the first time, trucking now has a dedicated caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives. A bipartisan group of lawmakers has formally launched ...

FMCSA grants emergency hours-of-service relief for truck drivers transporting propane, natural gas, and heating oil in Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania through December 26, 2025, or until the emergency ends

December 19, 2025

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FMCSA Issues Emergency HOS Waivers as Winter Storms Hit Northeast

Truck drivers moving critical heating supplies in the Northeast now have temporary relief from standard hours-of-service limits. On December 12, 2025, the Federal Motor ...

Practical strategies for winter trucking in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Includes route planning, snow and ice management, truck preparation, and driver safety tips with regional data and actionable guidance.

December 17, 2025

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Complete Guide for Truckers on Winter Road Safety and Route Planning in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan

Winter in the Upper Midwest is far from typical winter driving conditions. Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan regularly experience heavy snow, sudden ice formation, fierce ...

NTTC announces eight finalists for the 2025–2026 Driver of the Year Champion award, recognizing tank truck drivers for safety, professionalism, and leadership across the industry.

December 15, 2025

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Tank Truck Drivers Recognized as NTTC Announces Eight Finalists for 2025–2026 Driver of the Year Champion

Every driver knows how demanding tank work can be. From product handling to constant safety checks, it’s a job that requires discipline, patience, and ...