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Learn what contributes to truck rollovers, how vehicle stability changes with different loads and the driving habits that help reduce rollover risk.

August 31, 2026

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Understanding Truck Rollovers and How to Prevent Them

Truck rollovers are among the most severe crashes involving commercial vehicles, not only because of the damage they can cause, but because they often ...

CVSA has released the 2026 International Roadcheck results after inspectors placed 10,350 trucks and 3,184 drivers out of service during the three-day inspection campaign.

August 31, 2026

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International Roadcheck 2026 Results Show More Than 10,000 Trucks Placed Out of Service

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has released the results of the 2026 International Roadcheck inspection campaign, reporting that more than 10,000 commercial vehicles ...

CVSA's 2026 Brake Safety Week continues through Aug. 29 as inspectors across North America place additional focus on brake drums, rotors and commercial vehicle brake safety.

August 27, 2026

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CVSA’s Brake Safety Week Continues with Added Focus on Brake Drums and Rotors

Commercial vehicle inspectors across North America continue conducting Brake Safety Week inspections through Aug. 29, with this year’s campaign placing additional attention on the ...

The National Private Truck Council will host its 2026 National Safety Conference Sept. 9-11 in ChampionsGate, Florida, featuring safety education, regulatory updates and the National Driver All-Star Awards.

August 26, 2026

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NPTC to Host 2026 National Safety Conference in Florida

The National Private Truck Council (NPTC) will bring fleet professionals from across the country together next month for its 2026 National Safety Conference, an ...

CAST Specialty Transportation driver Tommy Cash has received the 2026 CVSA International Driver Excellence Award after logging more than 3.6 million crash-free miles and over 1,000 Level VI inspections.

August 24, 2026

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CAST Specialty Transportation Driver Receives CVSA’s 2026 International Driver Excellence Award

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has named Tommy Cash of CAST Specialty Transportation Inc. as the recipient of the 2026 International Driver Excellence ...

The Texas Trucking Association recognized professional drivers, carriers, technicians, and safety leaders during its 2026 Safety and Maintenance Awards, honoring excellence in trucking safety and operations.

August 21, 2026

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Texas Trucking Association Honors Drivers, Carriers and Technicians for Safety Excellence

The Texas Trucking Association (TXTA) recognized professional drivers, safety leaders, technicians and motor carriers for their commitment to highway safety during its annual Safety ...

NHTSA has announced new commercial truck recalls affecting certain 2027 Volvo, Mack, and International models. Learn which trucks are affected and what repairs are required.

August 20, 2026

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NHTSA Announces Commercial Truck Recalls Affecting Volvo, Mack and International Models

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced three commercial vehicle recalls affecting certain 2027 model-year trucks from Volvo Trucks North America, Mack ...

TAT is recognizing professional truck driver Arian Taylor for his efforts to help combat human trafficking and highlighting free training resources available to transportation professionals.

August 12, 2026

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TAT Highlights Truck Driver’s Role in Combating Human Trafficking

TAT (formerly Truckers Against Trafficking) is recognizing professional truck driver Arian Taylor, recipient of the organization’s Harriet Tubman Award, for his efforts to help ...

FedEx Freight is sending 111 drivers to this week's 2026 National Truck Driving Championships in Pittsburgh, including 18 state Grand Champions and nine past national champions.

August 10, 2026

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FedEx Freight Brings 111 Drivers to This Week’s National Truck Driving Championships

FedEx Freight will send 111 professional drivers to this week’s National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, giving the carrier one of the ...

Wabash, International Motors, and Great Dane have issued NHTSA recalls affecting more than 15,600 trucks and trailers over equipment and safety concerns.

July 30, 2026

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Wabash, International Motors, and Great Dane Recall More Than 15,600 Trucks and Trailers

Several manufacturers have announced new safety recalls affecting more than 15,600 commercial trucks and trailers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). ...