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Learn about the unique responsibilities, earning potential, and challenges faced by hazmat drivers

October 28, 2024

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The Truth About Hazmat Trucking: What Drivers Need to Know

The trucking industry has many opportunities for drivers, yet there are some folks who take a path less traveled. They don’t just transport any ...

parked semi trucks in semi truck parking lot : The federal government is investing $4.2 billion in infrastructure, creating 260 new truck parking spaces through grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

October 28, 2024

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Federal Funding Creates 260 New Truck Parking Spots for Truck Drivers

The federal government is channeling $4.2 billion into infrastructure upgrades, which will result in the creation of 260 new truck parking spaces. This funding ...

spine-chilling conclusion to our "Eerie Roadsides" series, featuring real-life paranormal experiences from truck drivers across the U.S. From UFO sightings to ghostly apparitions, these tales will leave you questioning the unseen mysteries lurking along America's highways.

October 24, 2024

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Eerie Roadsides: Haunting Tales from the Trucking Community – Part 3

Welcome to the conclusion of our “Eerie Roadsides” series, where we’ve been uncovering the chilling stories shared by truck drivers from across America. In ...

Two people standing in front of a walmart truck. Walmart expands its innovative Associate-to-Driver program, offering associates a streamlined path to earn a CDL and join Walmart’s Private Fleet.

October 22, 2024

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Walmart Elevates Career Paths with Expanded Driver Training Program

Walmart is paving new career paths by broadening its groundbreaking Associate-to-Driver program. This initiative, which kicked off last year, empowers Walmart associates to secure ...

October 18, 2024

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Truck Parking Remains Top Concern for Drivers, ATRI Survey Reveals

In a recent survey by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), truck parking has once again been identified as the most pressing issue for ...

Image of spark plugs. This guide explains the science behind compression ignition, its benefits for truckers, and how diesel engines outperform gas engines in durability, fuel efficiency, and torque—perfect for heavy-duty vehicles.

October 17, 2024

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Why Diesel Engines Don’t Have Spark Plugs: A Guide for Truckers

Truck drivers often wonder, “Why don’t diesel engines come with spark plugs like gas-powered engines?” The secret lies in how diesel engines ignite fuel ...

old man holding Vietnam veteran hat with veteran hat sitting in lap. OOIDA’s Truckers For Troops donates $10,000 to the Veterans Community Project in Sioux Falls, supporting their mission to end veteran homelessness

October 16, 2024

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Truckers For Troops Donates $10,000 to Support Veterans

A South Dakota-based veterans’ organization is receiving a significant boost from the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and its network of members. On October ...

jar of coins marked "retirement" on blurred background , comprehensive retirement planning guide tailored for truck drivers.

October 14, 2024

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Retirement Planning Guide for Truck Drivers

Planning for retirement presents unique hurdles for truck drivers due to their demanding jobs. Factors like irregular work hours, variable income, and less access ...

stacked coins next to piggy bank on blue background, U.S. Department of Transportation's PHMSA has proposed a rule to save businesses and consumers nearly $100 million annually by modernizing hazardous material transport regulations

October 10, 2024

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PHMSA Proposes a Rule Designed to Save Businesses and Consumers Nearly $100 Million Annually

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has put forth a proposed rule designed to save businesses and consumers ...

semi truck on coastal road, trueblue, centerline, driver appreciation

October 8, 2024

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Honoring the Backbone of the Road: TrueBlue and Centerline Drivers Celebrate Truckers

In the world of logistics and transportation, truck drivers are the unsung heroes who keep supply chains moving. This October, TrueBlue and its subsidiary, ...