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The Mid-America Trucking Show is seeking experts to speak at the 2026 Pro Talks Education Series. Learn how drivers and industry professionals can share insights that help improve trucking safety, business, and technology.

October 27, 2025

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MATS Opens Call for Industry Experts to Speak at 2026 Pro Talks

The Mid-America Trucking Show has officially opened its Call for Speakers for the 2026 Pro Talks Education Series. The event will take place March ...

FMCSA’s renewed English language enforcement is reshaping fleet hiring and compliance standards. Learn how carriers can protect their driver pipelines through proactive testing, language training, and smarter recruiting strategies to stay compliant and competitive.

October 23, 2025

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How Prepared Is Your Driver Pipeline for Ongoing FMCSA English Language Enforcement?

Truck fleets nationwide are rethinking their workforce strategies as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) renewed English language proficiency enforcement reshapes the hiring landscape. Inspectors ...

Entry-level truck drivers can earn between $50,000 and $65,000 a year, with pay varying by state, route type, and endorsements. Texas, California, and Illinois lead in starting salaries, and many companies offer paid CDL training. Safety records and certifications help new drivers boost earnings early in their careers.

October 22, 2025

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Entry-Level and Student Truck Driver Pay: What New Drivers Should Know

Starting a truck driving career can feel challenging, but many companies today offer paid CDL training and solid starting pay, easing the way for ...

Suburban Propane teams up with the Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey and the Women in Trucking Association for the Trucks Are for Girls event. The initiative introduces young girls to trucking careers, clean energy, and leadership opportunities, inspiring the next generation of women in transportation.

October 22, 2025

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Trucks Are for Girls: Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Trucking

Some people still think trucking is a guys only world, but that idea is getting left in the dust. Suburban Propane teamed up with ...

Women In Trucking has announced four finalists for the 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking Award. From fleet safety and driver pay to training programs and inclusion, these leaders are shaping the road ahead for drivers nationwide.

October 21, 2025

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Women in Trucking Names 2025 Award Finalists — Here’s Why Drivers Should Care

Women have always had a place behind the wheel and in the industry, but getting recognized at the top hasn’t always come easy. The ...

Thinking about becoming an owner-operator? Learn how truck drivers can move from rookie to business owner, including pay expectations, startup costs, licensing, and steps to successfully run your own rig.

October 20, 2025

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Your Roadmap from Rookie to Owner-Operator

For many truck drivers, the dream isn’t just about driving it; it’s about owning the road. Making the jump from company driver to owner-operator ...

September 12, 2025

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ATRI Requests Carrier Input on Training and Safety Data for New Truck Drivers

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is reaching out to motor carriers for help with a new study examining how entry-level driver training impacts ...