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The Colorado Department of Transportation has released a new video series explaining key traffic laws, including hands-free driving, move over requirements, chain laws, and roundabout rules.

September 1, 2026

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Colorado DOT Highlights Traffic Laws Drivers Commonly Overlook

The Colorado Department of Transportation is encouraging motorists to brush up on several state traffic laws through a new public education campaign covering distracted ...

Learn what contributes to truck rollovers, how vehicle stability changes with different loads and the driving habits that help reduce rollover risk.

August 31, 2026

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Understanding Truck Rollovers and How to Prevent Them

Truck rollovers are among the most severe crashes involving commercial vehicles, not only because of the damage they can cause, but because they often ...

PACCAR has recalled 5,919 model year 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks due to a potential power distribution center issue that could affect critical vehicle systems.

August 6, 2026

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PACCAR Recalls Nearly 6,000 Peterbilt and Kenworth Trucks Over Power Distribution Center Issue

PACCAR has recalled 5,919 model-year 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) identified a potential issue with the ...

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 ...