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Michigan spring weight restrictions are active as of February 17. Learn which highways are impacted, current axle reductions, permit limitations, and how truck drivers can stay compliant.

February 18, 2026

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Michigan Spring Weight Restrictions Now Enforced Across Southern Lower Peninsula

Truck drivers operating in Michigan today should be aware that seasonal weight limits are officially active. The Michigan Department of Transportation began enforcing spring ...

CVSA’s 2026 International Roadcheck runs May 12 to 14 with a focus on ELD tampering and cargo securement. Here is what truck drivers need to know to prepare and avoid out-of-service violations.

February 18, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Need to Know About International Roadcheck 2026

From May 12 through May 14, enforcement officers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will conduct the annual three-day inspection campaign known as ...

Five truck gadgets that can lower diesel costs and improve miles per gallon, including GPS route optimizers, trailer side skirts, aero wheel covers, tire inflators, and idle shutdown timers.

February 17, 2026

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5 Truck Gadgets Proven to Cut Fuel Costs and Boost Miles Per Gallon

Truckers who add smart gadgets to their rigs see real fuel savings right away. GPS route planners and aerodynamic add-ons like side skirts deliver ...

FMCSA has removed nine electronic logging devices from its registered list. Truck drivers and fleets have 60 days to switch to compliant ELDs before April 14.

February 17, 2026

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Federal Regulators Drop Nine ELDs From Compliance List, Impacting Motor Carriers

Electronic logging devices are not optional for most carriers running under federal hours of service rules. When a device falls out of compliance, the ...

Love’s Travel Stops plans to add 1,500 truck parking spaces and invest $700 million in 2026. Here’s what the expansion means for truck drivers and fleets.

February 17, 2026

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Love’s Travel Stops to Add 1,500 Truck Parking Spaces in 2026 as Part of $700 Million Investment Plan.

Truck parking remains one of the biggest daily challenges facing professional drivers. In 2026, Love’s Travel Stops says it plans to address that head-on ...

Truck drivers share real winter driving hacks that newer drivers might overlook. From slowing down and spacing out to packing emergency gear, these community-tested tips help keep loads and lives safe when snow and ice hit.

February 16, 2026

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Winter Driving Hacks Seasoned Truck Drivers Swear By

When we asked the Truck Drivers USA community, “What’s one winter driving hack you swear by that newer drivers might not think about?” the ...

Mack Trucks names Bergey’s Truck Centers its 2025 North American Dealer of the Year, recognizing top performance in sales, service, parts, leasing, and customer satisfaction.

February 16, 2026

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Bergey’s Truck Centers Earns Mack’s 2025 North American Dealer Recognition

Mack Trucks has named Bergey’s Truck Centers of Souderton, Pennsylvania, as its 2025 North American Dealer of the Year. The announcement was made during ...

Sidekick introduces a forklift-mounted fifth-wheel attachment designed to help trucking terminals and distribution centers reposition trailers safely without yard tractors.

February 16, 2026

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Forklift-Mounted Fifth-Wheel Attachment Aims to Change Trailer Moves in Busy Yards

Facilities that rely on yard tractors to reposition trailers may soon have another option. Sidekick Attachments has introduced a forklift-operated fifth-wheel attachment designed to ...

Women In Trucking launches a new driver-to-driver video interview series featuring Image Team members Kellylynn and Ashley sharing real experiences from life on the road.

February 16, 2026

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Women In Trucking Debuts Driver-to-Driver Interview Series Highlighting Image Team Voices

The Women In Trucking Association has introduced a new video interview series featuring professional women drivers sharing real experiences on the road. The first ...

Complete a 10-minute truck driver pre-trip checklist covering engine, tires, brakes, lights, cab systems, and trailer coupling based on FMCSA rules and CVSA inspection data.

February 13, 2026

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Complete Truck Driver Pre-Trip Checklist: Master Your 10 Minute Routine to Save Hours Every Week

Experienced truck drivers turn pre-trip inspections into a fast, automatic habit that prevents breakdowns and keeps schedules tight. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules ...