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Construction zones create unique hazards for truck drivers. Learn practical work zone safety tips to help reduce crash risks and protect road workers.

August 24, 2026

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Construction Zone Safety for Truck Drivers: 8 Ways to Stay Safe When the Lanes Get Tight

Construction season means more than orange barrels and reduced speed limits. For truck drivers, every work zone requires adjusting to narrower lanes, changing traffic ...

October 7, 2025

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Connecticut DOT Moves Forward With Traffic Relief Plan for I-84 and Route 7

Drivers who battle congestion on I-84 and Route 7 in Danbury may soon see meaningful changes. The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has outlined ...

September 3, 2025

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Bay City Rest Area on I-75 Closed Until May 2026 for Major Upgrades

Truck drivers on southbound Interstate 75 in Bay County, Michigan, should be aware that the Bay City Rest Area is closed for reconstruction and ...

July 10, 2025

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Teton Pass Reopens After Year-Long Closure Due to Mudslide

After more than a year of closure caused by a devastating mudslide, Wyoming’s Teton Pass on State Highway 22 is officially back in operation. ...

July 7, 2025

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I-40 Open Again After Floods and Rockslides: What Travelers Need to Know

If you rely on Interstate 40 to travel between North Carolina and Tennessee, there’s some good news. After a sudden closure on June 18 ...

March 20, 2025

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Progress on I-55 Bridge Replacement Project Underway

Officials from Tennessee and Arkansas have shared updates regarding the Interstate 55 bridge replacement project, a significant infrastructure development connecting the two states across ...

Truck drivers on I-44/Turner Turnpike in Oklahoma will face temporary parking closures at Stroud Service Plaza until early 2026 due to reconstruction. Meanwhile, major lane reductions on the I-24 bridge between Kentucky and Illinois will impact truck traffic. Stay informed on road updates and plan ahead.

March 5, 2025

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Stroud Service Plaza Truck Parking Closure on Turner Turnpike

Truck drivers using the westbound lanes of I-44/Turner Turnpike in Oklahoma will soon face reduced parking options. The Stroud service area at Exit 179 ...

Truckers and motorists should prepare for lane reductions on the I-24 Ohio River Bridge between Illinois and Kentucky starting Monday. Expect delays as construction continues through October 14, with full project completion set for 2027. Stay updated and plan alternate routes.

March 4, 2025

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Expect Delays on I-24 Ohio River Bridge This Week

Truckers and motorists traveling between Illinois and Kentucky should prepare for potential traffic slowdowns starting next week. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has ...