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FMCSA has issued a temporary fertilizer transportation waiver affecting 36 states through Aug. 26 as federal agencies respond to supply challenges.

June 3, 2026

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FMCSA Temporarily Eases Regulations for Fertilizer Shipments In 36 States

Many federal trucking waivers are issued after hurricanes, floods, or other natural disasters. This one stems from a different challenge. The Federal Motor Carrier ...

CVSA has announced Brake Safety Week for Aug. 23-29. Inspectors across North America will focus on brake systems, with special attention on drums and rotors.

June 3, 2026

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CVSA Sets August Brake Safety Week Dates as Inspectors Prepare to Focus on Drums and Rotors

A brake problem rarely announces itself at a convenient time. Sometimes it starts with a vibration drivers have been meaning to get checked. Sometimes ...

Michigan has lifted the final state spring weight restrictions for 2026, allowing normal commercial weight operations to resume on trunkline highways

May 18, 2026

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Michigan Truck Weight Restrictions Have Now Ended for the 2026 Spring Season

Commercial traffic moving through Michigan no longer requires navigating remaining state seasonal weight limits after the Michigan Department of Transportation officially lifted the final ...

CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week returns July 12-18 with increased enforcement targeting reckless and unsafe driving behavior.

May 18, 2026

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CVSA Safe Driving Enforcement Campaign Returns in July to Target Reckless Driving

Truck drivers traveling during the middle of July may notice more patrol vehicles, traffic stops, and enforcement activity as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance ...

Maverick Transportation announced new pay increases for flatbed and dedicated truck drivers, including experienced driver pay reaching up to $.67 CPM.

May 15, 2026

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Maverick Raises Pay for Flatbed and Dedicated Truck Drivers Starting May 31

Maverick Transportation announced new pay increases for flatbed over-the-road drivers and multiple dedicated divisions, with the updated structure scheduled to take effect May 31, ...

Colorado truck driver Lamar Buckwalter was named a TCA Highway Angel after rescuing a tanker driver from a hazmat rollover near Greeley.

May 15, 2026

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TCA Honors Colorado Driver After HazMat Tanker Rescue Near Greeley

A Colorado truck driver has been recognized after rescuing another driver from an overturned tanker hauling hazardous materials during a rollover crash near Greeley ...

FedEx Freight driver James Sowder earned grand champion honors at the 2026 Tennessee Truck Driving Championships held in Antioch, Tennessee.

May 14, 2026

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FedEx Freight Driver Takes Top Honor At Tennessee Truck Driving Championships

Professional drivers from across the state gathered in Antioch earlier this month for the 2026 Tennessee Truck Driving Championships, where James Sowder of FedEx ...

Pilot is raising funds and awareness for stroke prevention and education during American Stroke Month through a nationwide round-up campaign.

May 7, 2026

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Pilot Expands Stroke Awareness Effort with Nationwide Fundraising Campaign

A new nationwide effort tied to American Stroke Month is underway at Pilot Company locations, focusing on both fundraising and education around stroke prevention. ...

Oregon updates its Trucking Online system, improving how drivers and carriers handle permits, renewals, and tax payments.

May 6, 2026

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Oregon Trucking Online Update Changes How Drivers Handle Permits and Renewals

Truck drivers and carriers running in Oregon now have an updated system for handling permits, plate renewals, and tax payments. The Oregon Department of ...

J.B. Hunt honored 54 drivers for reaching between 2 million and 5 million safe miles without a preventable accident during its 30th annual Million Mile celebration.

May 5, 2026

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54 J.B. Hunt Drivers Recognized for Reaching Up to 5 Million Safe Miles

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. recognized 54 drivers for reaching between 2 million and 5 million miles without a DOT reportable preventable accident during ...