highway safety Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Professional truck drivers recognized as TCA Highway Angels for life-saving actions on the road. Read their stories and nominate a driver at highwayangel.org.

November 21, 2025

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Honoring Highway Angels Who Stepped Up When It Mattered Most

Every driver knows the highway can turn dangerous in an instant. In moments like that, the people behind the wheel often become the first ...

Indiana adds 78 new truck parking spaces at the Clear Creek welcome center on I-70, part of a $600 million plan to double truck parking statewide. Updates benefit drivers navigating busy freight corridors.

November 14, 2025

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Indiana Adds More Truck Parking Along I-70 to Meet Growing Freight Demand

Truck drivers traveling along Interstate 70 will soon find more safe parking options, thanks to the recent completion of the Clear Creek welcome center ...

The American Trucking Associations has named 31 finalists for the 2026-2027 America’s Road Team. These professional drivers are recognized for outstanding safety records, industry expertise, and dedication to representing the trucking profession.

November 7, 2025

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ATA Names 2026-2027 America’s Road Team Finalists: 31 Drivers Representing the Best in Trucking

The American Trucking Associations has announced the 31 professional drivers who are finalists for the 2026-2027 America’s Road Team, the organization’s prestigious program highlighting ...

TravelCenters of America temporarily suspends highway roadside assistance to improve safety procedures after a fatal incident. Truck drivers should plan and know what services remain available.

November 7, 2025

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TravelCenters of America Suspends Roadside Assistance for Safety Review

Truck drivers relying on TravelCenters of America for emergency roadside assistance will need to plan. TA has temporarily paused its roadside assistance program while ...

Indiana truck driver Phil Damme has been named a TCA Highway Angel after saving an injured trucker on I-68 in Maryland. His quick action and calm under pressure highlight the courage found across America’s trucking community.

November 5, 2025

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TCA Honors Indiana Truck Driver Who Saved a Fellow Trucker on a Maryland Highway

When you’ve been behind the wheel long enough, you know the road can turn dangerous in an instant, and sometimes it’s a fellow driver ...

OOIDA is calling on Congress to strengthen truck driver training and licensing rules, arguing that too many unqualified drivers are entering the industry and putting safety at risk. The association is urging lawmakers to enforce tougher entry-level training, CDL testing oversight, and accountability measures to protect professional drivers and improve highway safety.

October 24, 2025

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OOIDA Pushes Congress to Toughen Up Truck Driver Training Rules

The Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is once again putting pressure on lawmakers, this time urging Congress to crack down on weak training ...

October 13, 2025

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Oklahoma Trucker Named TCA Highway Angel After Late Night Rescue on I-44

When the weather turns bad, truck drivers know that quick thinking can make the difference between life and death, not just for themselves, but ...

October 9, 2025

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24 Trucks Taken Out of Service in Colorado–Wyoming Border Enforcement Effort

A recent enforcement effort between Wyoming and Colorado law enforcement resulted in 24 commercial trucks being placed out of service following inspections near the ...

September 15, 2025

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Florida Trucking Association Expands to Include Professional Movers

The Florida Trucking Association (FTA) has officially absorbed the Professional Movers Association of Florida, marking a significant expansion of its membership and industry reach. ...

September 10, 2025

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Truck Drivers Invited to Weigh In on New York State Thruway Service Area Upgrades

The New York State Thruway Authority is requesting input from truckers and other road users to guide upcoming improvements to its 27 service areas. ...