safety
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
