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The Arkansas Trucking Association is accepting applications for its Carl Tapp Memorial Scholarship through April 17, supporting future diesel and heavy-duty truck technicians.

March 30, 2026

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Arkansas Trucking Association Opens Technician Scholarship Applications Through April 17

A new round of scholarship funding is now available for students planning to step into the diesel and heavy-duty repair side of the trucking ...

Grote Industries marks 125 years of advancing truck lighting, wiring, and safety systems, highlighting its long-standing impact on fleets, drivers, and transportation technology.

March 26, 2026

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Grote Industries Marks 125 Years Supporting Trucking Safety and Innovation

In an industry where reliability and safety are nonnegotiable, few names have been part of the journey as long as Grote Industries. The company ...

Truck drivers prioritize clear pay, predictable schedules, modern equipment, and fast support. Learn how to identify carriers that follow through using data from ATRI and real hiring checks.

February 24, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Want Most from Carriers (And How to Spot Companies That Actually Deliver It)

Truck drivers consistently prioritize transparent pay, predictable schedules, modern equipment, and responsive issue resolution when choosing carriers. The American Transportation Research Institute’s 2025 Critical ...

Peterbilt Technician Institute celebrates its 150th graduating class, highlighting the growing role of skilled service technicians in keeping modern trucks on the road across North America.

January 16, 2026

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Peterbilt Technician Institute Marks 150 Graduating Classes as Demand for Skilled Technicians Grows

Keeping trucks on the road depends just as much on the shop as it does on the driver’s seat. That reality was front and ...

The American Petroleum Institute is moving forward with the PC-12 diesel engine oil category, introducing CL-4 and FB-4 oils designed to support EPA 2027 emissions requirements.

January 12, 2026

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New Diesel Engine Oil Standards Move Closer to 2027 Rollout

Changes are coming to diesel engine oil, and the timeline is now clearer. The American Petroleum Institute has confirmed it is moving forward with ...

Rush Truck Centers technician Dom McConnell earned the all-around Grand Champion title at the 2025 Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo, highlighting how preparation, training, and procedure drive success.

December 29, 2025

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Process, Preparation, and Persistence Pay Off at Rush Tech Skills Rodeo

Success in trucking and service operations rarely comes down to luck. It is built through repetition, preparation, and the ability to execute under pressure. ...

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 ...

Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks North America are recalling nearly 12,000 trucks due to headlight and roof marker light issues. Truck drivers can check their VINs on NHTSA.gov to stay informed and ensure their vehicles remain safe and compliant.

November 13, 2025

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Mack and Volvo Recall Nearly 12,000 Trucks Over Lighting Issues

Truck drivers know that even a small electrical issue can turn into a major safety problem out on the road. That’s why new recall ...

: Shell Rotella launches the “What Is PC-12?” hub to help truckers and fleets understand the new API PC-12 diesel engine oil standards coming in 2027. Learn what’s changing and how to prepare.

November 12, 2025

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Shell Rotella launches “What Is PC-12?” hub to help truckers prepare for new diesel oil standards.

Shell Rotella has rolled out a new online resource designed to keep truck drivers and fleets ahead of the curve on the next big ...

September 18, 2025

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P.S.I. Rolls Out TireView LIVE Pre-Check With Instant Tire Data Access

Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) is making tire maintenance faster and easier with the launch of TireView LIVE Pre-Check, a new feature that lets fleets ...