Safety
Construction Zone Safety for Truck Drivers: 8 Ways to Stay Safe When the Lanes Get Tight
Construction season means more than orange barrels and reduced speed limits. For truck drivers, every work zone requires adjusting to narrower lanes, changing...
CVTA Backs FMCSA Proposal to Strengthen English Proficiency Enforcement for Truck Drivers
The Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) is supporting a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposal that would make commercial drivers who fail...
Essential Load Securement Tips Every Truck Driver Should Know
Proper load securement begins long before the truck leaves the shipper. It starts with understanding the cargo, evaluating how it will behave once...
New Mexico Enforcement Operation Places 20 Commercial Vehicles Out of Service
The New Mexico State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Bureau recently placed 20 commercial vehicles and seven drivers out of service during a targeted...
NHTSA Announces Commercial Truck Recalls Affecting Volvo, Mack and International Models
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced three commercial vehicle recalls affecting certain 2027 model-year trucks from Volvo Trucks North America,...
New Study Highlights U.S. Cities Where Road Rage Risks Are Highest
National traffic fatalities have shown signs of improving, but a new study suggests drivers in some metropolitan areas continue to face a much...
Driving Tips for Truck Drivers During Severe Weather
Most truck drivers will encounter severe weather sooner or later. Thunderstorms can reduce visibility within minutes, high winds can make an empty trailer...
NYSP Inspection Campaign Finds More Than 900 Commercial Vehicle Violations
A targeted commercial vehicle enforcement campaign conducted by the New York State Police resulted in nearly 1,000 violations and more than 100 trucks...
Runaway Truck Ramps Across the U.S.: What Happens After You Use One?
Runaway truck ramps are designed for one purpose: stopping an out-of-control vehicle before it reaches traffic, sharp curves, or populated areas. While most...
Jake Brake Restrictions Truck Drivers Should Know
Engine brakes are an important speed-control tool for truck drivers, particularly on long or steep downgrades, but the rules governing their use can...
