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Indiana State Police and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance partnered on a human trafficking awareness initiative from January 12 to January 16, 2026, distributing educational materials at roadside inspections to help increase awareness across commercial transportation corridors.

January 15, 2026

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Human Trafficking Awareness Effort Brings Education to Indiana Truck Stops

An ongoing human trafficking awareness effort has placed added focus on Indiana truck stops and freight corridors this week, as law enforcement and industry ...

OOIDA praises DOT for improving the complaint system for truck drivers, but urges further updates. Learn what changes have been made to the NCCDB and what OOIDA wants next.

November 6, 2025

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OOIDA Responds to DOT Updates: Complaint System Improved but Still Needs Work

The U.S. Department of Transportation is making strides to improve its complaint system for truck drivers, but industry advocates say there is still more ...

FMCSA’s renewed English language enforcement is reshaping fleet hiring and compliance standards. Learn how carriers can protect their driver pipelines through proactive testing, language training, and smarter recruiting strategies to stay compliant and competitive.

October 23, 2025

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How Prepared Is Your Driver Pipeline for Ongoing FMCSA English Language Enforcement?

Truck fleets nationwide are rethinking their workforce strategies as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) renewed English language proficiency enforcement reshapes the hiring landscape. Inspectors ...

September 25, 2025

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U.S. DOT Calls for Nominations to Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is inviting professionals across the transportation industry to take part in the national effort to combat human trafficking. ...

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 5, 2025

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Nearly 600 Commercial Vehicles Removed from Service During Hazmat Safety Blitz

A recent unannounced hazardous materials safety enforcement initiative revealed that fewer than 13 percent of commercial vehicles inspected had out-of-service violations, highlighting a largely ...

September 2, 2025

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FMCSA Launches $30 Million Study on Commercial Vehicle Crashes

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is set to begin a comprehensive study examining the causes behind commercial vehicle crashes. The initiative, funded ...

August 28, 2025

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Trucking Industry Partners in Fentanyl Awareness Campaign

This year marks the fourth National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, and the trucking community is stepping up its efforts. The Trucking Cares Foundation, ...

July 23, 2025

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Netradyne Surpasses 100 Million DriverStar Achievements in Real-Time Safety Recognition

Netradyne has reached a landmark milestone—its positive reinforcement safety platform has now awarded over 100 million “DriverStars” to professional drivers worldwide, celebrating their outstanding driving ...

June 25, 2025

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Schneider Drivers Recognized for Outstanding Safety Records

Schneider recently celebrated the safety accomplishments of 220 drivers, reaffirming its commitment to safety excellence and its drivers’ dedication to accident-free operations. On June ...