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January 19, 2024

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OOIDA Urges Transportation Committee to Put Safety Before Tech

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has emphasized the need for future trucking regulations to prioritize safety over serving the interests of tech manufacturers. ...

January 17, 2024

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Free Safety Alert Service for Professional Drivers Introduced by Drivewyze

In 2021, over 5,600 fatalities involving heavy trucks were reported, with 52% of large truck occupant deaths occurring in rollover crashes, according to data ...

January 16, 2024

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Driverless Truck Companies Gain Traction, Despite Current Safety Concerns

Autonomous truck startups seem to be gaining ground in the push to replace CDL professionals in freight-hauling big rigs on Texas highways, despite apprehensions ...

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January 3, 2024

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How Safety Initiatives Could Unfold in the New Year

When looking at safety in 2024, the predominant concern in the trucking industry may not be exclusively tied to specific rulemaking, as highlighted by ...

December 28, 2023

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Trucking Industry Commits More Money to Safety, 40% since 2015

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) recently unveiled updated research findings indicating that, in 2022, the trucking sector is dedicating $14 billion annually towards technology, ...

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December 1, 2023

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Five Easy Ways to Combat Driver Fatigue

As a truck driver, extended hours on the road can take a toll on both your physical and mental well-being. The combination of prolonged ...

November 28, 2023

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Riding Smoothly this Holiday Season: Need-to-Know Safety Tips

During the holiday season and wintertime, safety becomes an even more critical concern for truck drivers hitting the roads. While you can’t control every ...

November 9, 2023

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The Truck Driver’s Sleep Schedule

Life on the road as a truck driver is a unique and rewarding experience. The freedom of the open highway, the ever-changing scenery, and ...

November 8, 2023

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Trucking and Wildlife Encounters: Tips and Tricks

When truckers hit the open road, they’re not just navigating highways and byways; they’re also sharing their journey with the wildlife that calls these ...

September 27, 2023

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Nebraska Tops the List as Most Dangerous State for Truck Drivers

A recent analysis conducted by Ohio-based personal injury lawyer John Fitch revealed that Nebraska takes the number one spot as the most dangerous state ...