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CDL turnover varies widely by region. Learn which states show lower turnover signals, how employment stability data explains the differences, and why lower churn matters for drivers seeking long-term fit.

December 22, 2025

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Which States Have the Lowest CDL Turnover and Why That Matters for Drivers

Turnover is one of the most reliable signals of what a driving job will actually feel like once the new hire phase is over. ...

J.J. Keller has introduced a new FMCSR certification program designed to help trucking fleets strengthen compliance leadership, reduce risk, and improve safety performance through practical training.

December 22, 2025

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J.J. Keller Introduces FMCSR Certification Program to Strengthen Fleet Compliance Leadership

Regulatory compliance continues to be one of the most critical responsibilities for trucking fleets. From roadside inspections to audits and post-incident reviews, how well ...

An Ohio truck driver was awarded the Carnegie Medal after rescuing a high school student from a burning bus following a deadly Interstate 70 crash. Learn what happened and why the honor matters to truck drivers.

December 22, 2025

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Ohio Truck Driver Awarded Carnegie Medal for Life Saving Rescue After Interstate Crash

Acts of heroism on the highway often happen without warning, and they rarely come with recognition. In one case from Ohio, a truck driver’s ...

Holiday traffic increases risk for truck drivers. Practical advice from professional truckers explains how travelers can help reduce crashes and congestion during peak holiday travel.

December 19, 2025

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How Travelers Can Make the Road Safer for Truck Drivers During the Holidays

Every holiday season brings a surge in traffic that changes how the road feels for professional drivers. Freight volumes remain steady or increase, while ...

Learn how Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation apply seven guiding principles verbatim to create a professional, safe, and engaging workplace for drivers.

December 19, 2025

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How Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation Apply Their Seven Principles to Create a Strong Driver Culture

Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation operate with seven guiding principles that define how the company functions and how drivers experience their work. ...

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 ...

Ryder expands in South Atlanta with a new full-service truck rental and maintenance facility in McDonough, Georgia, improving service access for drivers running I-75 and regional freight lanes.

December 19, 2025

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Ryder Opens New South Atlanta Facility, Bringing More Maintenance Access for Working Drivers

Drivers running freight through Georgia will soon have another dependable place to get their trucks serviced and rentals handled, all without leaving the I-75 ...

Southeast regional truck routes in Georgia, Tennessee, the Carolinas, and Florida are posting faster driver hiring timelines than OTR. Here’s how freight density, onboarding, and job board velocity affect hiring speed.

December 18, 2025

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Why Southeast Regional Routes Are Hiring Truck Drivers Faster Than OTR

Truck drivers looking for work in the Southeast are often getting hired faster than those applying for over-the-road positions. Across Georgia, Tennessee, the Carolinas, ...

Apex Moving + Storage and Move for Hunger delivered 1,000 nutritious meal kits to Second Harvest Food Bank in Nashville, Tennessee. Trucks and logistics turned surplus food into meals for families in need.

December 18, 2025

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Apex Moving Delivers 1,000 Meal Kits to Nashville Food Bank

Apex Moving + Storage, working in partnership with Move for Hunger, recently delivered 1,000 meal kits to Second Harvest Food Bank in Nashville, Tennessee. ...

Army veteran Charles Jones Jr. earns the 2025 Transition Trucking Driving to Excellence Award, recognizing military veterans new to the trucking industry. Full details on the award, finalists, and Roehl Transport support programs.

December 18, 2025

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Roehl Driver and Army Veteran Charles Jones Jr. Earns National Transition Trucking Award

A career change from military service to the driver’s seat can come with steep learning curves, long hours, and high expectations. For Charles Jones ...