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Learn why truck routes sometimes close before wildfire flames reach the roadway and how smoke, emergency operations, and infrastructure inspections influence reopening decisions.

July 22, 2026

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Why Smoke Can Shut Down a Truck Route Before You Ever See a Wildfire

A highway closure during wildfire season can catch truck drivers off guard. Traffic comes to a stop, the road ahead looks normal, and there ...

A do-not-drive recall has been issued for nearly 800 Mack and Volvo trucks because of a wheel-mounting issue that could allow wheel lug nuts to loosen and a wheel to detach.

June 19, 2026

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Mack And Volvo Recall Nearly 800 Trucks Over Wheel Separation Risk

A “Do Not Drive” recall has been issued for nearly 800 Mack and Volvo trucks because of a wheel-mounting issue that could allow wheel ...

Volvo Trucks North America has recalled nearly 1,000 VNL trucks after identifying a parking brake issue that could increase rollaway risk. What truck drivers need to know and how repairs will be handled.

February 24, 2026

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Volvo VNL Trucks Recalled Over Parking Brake Rollaway Risk

If you’re running a newer Volvo VNL, you’ll want to check this before your next stop. Volvo Trucks North America has issued a recall ...

A new recall affects more than 600 International trucks due to ECU signal problems. See which models are included, what the repair involves, and how drivers can check their VIN.

December 11, 2025

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International Issues Recall on 600+ Trucks: What Drivers Need to Know

If you run an International, you may want to double-check your model year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a new ...

September 26, 2025

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Volvo Sets New Safety Standard with Side Curtain Airbags in All North American Trucks

Volvo Trucks is once again raising the bar on driver safety by announcing that every new truck built for the North American market will ...

July 28, 2025

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Mack’s New Safety Tech Aims to Support Drivers Before Trouble Starts

Mack Trucks is entering a new era of driver safety with a proprietary system designed to provide truckers with increased awareness and peace of ...

July 7, 2025

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Top Summer Maintenance Tasks That Keep Your Truck Road-Ready

Summer heat doesn’t just make the road tougher—it puts extra stress on your equipment. Staying ahead of seasonal wear can prevent expensive breakdowns and ...

June 17, 2025

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Christopher Flippin of FedEx Freight Wins Texas Driving Championship

A celebration of skill and precision took place in Waco this past weekend at the 2025 State Truck Driving Championship and Technician of the ...

May 15, 2025

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Daimler Recalls Trucks Due to Brake Performance Concerns

Daimler Trucks North America has issued a recall affecting four truck models due to inadequate air tank capacity, which may compromise braking performance. The ...

May 5, 2025

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Faulty Windshield Wipers Lead to International Truck Recall

International Motors is recalling a significant number of trucks due to a defect in their windshield wipers. The issue, which may compromise driver visibility, ...