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Learn how winter weather shapes truck driver earnings in Minnesota, from freight consistency and scheduling changes to pay stability and route planning during colder months.

January 8, 2026

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How Winter Weather Affects Truck Driver Earnings in Minnesota

Winter changes how trucking operates in Minnesota, but it does not shut it down. Freight continues to move across the state, and many drivers ...

A Warren Transport truck driver has been recognized with a TCA Highway Angel Award after stopping a vehicle fire in Dallas. Learn how quick action and the right equipment prevented a dangerous situation.

January 8, 2026

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Warren Transport Driver Recognized for Stopping a Car Fire in Dallas

Quick thinking and the right equipment can make all the difference on the road. That reality was on full display when a professional truck ...

Women In Trucking Association has opened nominations for its 2026 Image Team. Learn who is eligible, how nominations work, and when the Image Team will be announced for professional truck drivers.

January 8, 2026

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Women In Trucking Opens Nominations for 2026 Image Team

The Women In Trucking Association is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Image Team, a group of professional women drivers selected to represent the ...

FMCSA has revoked four more electronic logging devices as enforcement tightens on non-compliant systems. Learn which ELDs were removed, what the March 1 deadline means for truck drivers, and what steps carriers need to take next.

January 8, 2026

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FMCSA Removes More ELDs as Enforcement Tightens on Non-Compliant Devices

The list of approved electronic logging devices continues to shrink as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration steps up enforcement against systems that fail ...

Illinois distribution networks create reliable truck driving work through year-round freight movement, intermodal hubs, and dense warehouse corridors. Learn why Illinois supports steady miles and predictable schedules for truck drivers.

January 7, 2026

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How Illinois Distribution Networks Support Reliable Truck Driver Work

Illinois plays a central role in freight movement across the United States. Its location, infrastructure, and concentration of distribution facilities create steady demand for ...

Maine State Police have launched a targeted enforcement effort focused on passenger vehicle violations around commercial trucks. The initiative aims to reduce crashes by addressing unsafe driving behaviors that put truck drivers at risk.

January 7, 2026

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Maine State Police Shift Focus to Passenger Vehicle Behavior Around Trucks

Truck drivers have long raised concerns about the operation of passenger vehicles around large trucks. From riding in blind spots to cutting off tractors ...

Truck driver pay can be structured by the mile, by the hour, or as a salary. Learn how each pay model works, how it affects weekly earnings, and which types of trucking jobs typically use each structure.

January 6, 2026

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How Truck Driver Pay Differs When Paid by Mile, Hour, or Salary

Truck driver pay is not just about the number on a job ad. How drivers are paid can matter as much as how much ...

The economy remains trucking’s top concern for the third year in a row, according to ATRI’s annual industry survey. The report highlights shifting priorities for drivers, carriers, and industry stakeholders.

January 6, 2026

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Economy Continues to Top Trucking’s List of Concerns, ATRI Survey Finds

Uncertainty in the broader economy continues to weigh heavily on the trucking industry. For the third year in a row, economic conditions rank as ...

Truck driver pay varies between coastal states and inland freight corridors due to freight flow, demand, and consistency. Learn how location impacts earnings and how to compare job opportunities by region.

January 5, 2026

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Truck Driver Pay Differences Between Coastal States and Inland Freight Corridors

Truck driver pay is shaped by where freight moves and how consistently it flows. Coastal states tied to ports and international trade often report ...

The Truckload Carriers Association recognizes four professional drivers as Highway Angels for heroic actions on the road. Their stories highlight courage, quick thinking, and the impact truck drivers have beyond the wheel.

January 5, 2026

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Highway Heroes in Action: TCA Highway Angels Make a Difference on the Road

Acts of courage and compassion often happen quietly on America’s highways. When they do, the Truckload Carriers Association recognizes those moments through its Highway ...