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FMCSA seeks driver input for a new truck parking study as federal efforts continue to address ongoing nationwide parking shortages.

April 14, 2026

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Federal Push to Address Truck Parking Shortage Turns to Driver Input

The truck parking shortage continues to drag on across the country, and federal agencies are now looking directly to drivers for answers. While funding ...

House lawmakers have launched the first-ever Congressional Trucking Caucus, bringing bipartisan focus to trucking safety, policy, and the long-term growth of the industry.

December 26, 2025

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Bipartisan Congressional Trucking Caucus Launches with Focus on Safety and Industry Growth

For the first time, trucking now has a dedicated caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives. A bipartisan group of lawmakers has formally launched ...

July 11, 2025

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Women in Trucking Leadership Takes Center Stage at ATA’s 2025 Symposium in Pennsylvania

This week in Pittsburgh, the 2025 Women In Motion (WIM) Symposium is bringing together some of the most influential leaders across transportation, logistics, and ...

July 7, 2025

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NYC Council Greenlights Overnight Parking for Trucks in Industrial Zones

The trucking community in New York is celebrating a significant win following the New York City Council’s recent decision to authorize overnight truck parking ...

June 23, 2025

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Truck Drivers with Oversize Loads to Retain Rest Break Exemption

Truck drivers transporting oversize or overweight loads will maintain their exemption from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) 30-minute rest break requirement. The ...

May 22, 2025

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NYC DOT Targets Overweight Vehicles With New Enforcement Measures

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) is ramping up its efforts to combat damage caused by overweight vehicles. A newly approved ...

May 20, 2025

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Secure Your Spot at the 2025 ATA Management Conference and Exhibition in San Diego

Registration is officially open for the 2025 ATA Management Conference and Exhibition (MCE), hosted by the American Trucking Associations. Set for October 25–28 at ...

April 11, 2025

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ATRI Study Explores Solutions for Public Truck Parking Shortages

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has unveiled its latest research on the pressing need for increased truck parking at public rest areas. The ...

April 9, 2025

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OOIDA Urges Lawmakers to Adopt Stronger Truck Driver Training Standards

While obtaining a cosmetology license in Missouri requires 1,500 hours of training, some truck driving schools in the state offer commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) ...

The debate over autonomous truck regulations is heating up across five states. From Delaware to Montana, lawmakers are exploring new laws to ensure safety and efficiency for self-driving trucks on public roads.

January 29, 2025

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Autonomous Truck Regulations Debated Across Five States

The issue of autonomous truck regulation is making headlines in state legislatures from Delaware to Montana. With the growing adoption of autonomous technologies, lawmakers ...