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Learn how truck drivers can navigate America’s busiest highways with confidence. Explore effective strategies to manage traffic congestion, fuel inefficiency, and safety risks while ensuring timely deliveries.

February 18, 2025

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How Truck Drivers Can Tackle America’s Busiest Highways with Confidence

Operating on America’s busiest highways can be a truck driver’s greatest challenge. Congestion not only slows deliveries but also strains fuel budgets and heightens ...

A federal study by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute reveals a disconnect in the trucking industry regarding truck parking apps. Despite rising demand, truckers are hesitant to adopt digital parking solutions, creating challenges for effective parking management along key interstates.

February 18, 2025

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Truck Parking Apps Struggle to Gain Traction Among Drivers, Study Finds

A federal study, conducted by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute and commissioned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, has revealed a perplexing disconnect ...

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is conducting a survey to explore hiring practices for truck drivers with criminal histories. Motor carriers are encouraged to participate and help shape workforce solutions in the trucking industry.

February 13, 2025

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ATRI Examines Trucking Industry Hiring Practices for Drivers with Criminal Histories

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is inviting motor carriers to take part in an important survey to better understand hiring practices for truck ...

XPO celebrates 246 professional drivers who achieved major safety milestones in 2024, collectively driving over 308 million accident-free miles. Discover how these dedicated drivers are setting new records in road safety.

February 4, 2025

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Honoring XPO’s Safety Achievements in 2024: 246 Drivers Reach the Million-Mile Mark

XPO is celebrating the outstanding achievements of 246 professional drivers who hit impressive safety milestones in 2024, driving one million or more accident-free miles. ...

The FMCSA is implementing the Women of Trucking Advisory Board's recommendations to create safer, more inclusive opportunities for women in the trucking industry. Learn about actions addressing harassment, training improvements, and recruitment efforts.

January 29, 2025

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Breaking Barriers: FMCSA Acts on Women of Trucking Board’s Game-Changing Recommendations

The Women of Trucking Advisory Board (WOTAB) has completed its work, leading the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to submit its final report ...

Starting your trucking career? Get essential advice from seasoned pros on safety, patience, preparation, and more. Learn tips to navigate the road to success.

January 17, 2025

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Essential Advice for Rookie Truck Drivers from Seasoned Pros

Stepping into the world of trucking can feel overwhelming. It’s a career that demands skill, patience, and a constant commitment to safety. To help ...

During Operation Safe Driver Week, over 4,000 citations were issued to commercial and passenger vehicle drivers for unsafe driving behaviors, including speeding and seat belt violations. Learn more about the campaign’s impact on road safety and trucker infractions

November 26, 2024

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Speeding and Seat Belt Violations Lead Trucker Infractions During Safety Enforcement Week

Over 4,000 Violations Issued to Commercial Drivers in Operation Safe Driver Week During Operation Safe Driver Week, a coordinated initiative focused on promoting safer ...

Kaitlyn Cambria, Recruitment Marketing Manager at NFI Industries, shared insights into her work fostering an inclusive environment for women in trucking. As a proud dog owner of a two-year-old German Shepherd named Basil, Kaitlyn’s personal stories add a unique touch to her professional mission at NFI. But her focus on creating a safe, supportive community for drivers is what truly sets NFI apart.

November 14, 2024

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Creating a Community for Women in Trucking: Kaitlyn Cambria Shares NFI’s Vision on She Drives

“What’s great about NFI is that we care about each other. We care about our women drivers.” – Kaitlyn Cambria, Recruitment Marketing Manager at ...

Dean Key of Milbank South Dakota receives 2023 driver of the year award from ruan. Dean is pictured wearing black ruan logoed shirt and glasses

October 16, 2024

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Ruan Honors Top Driver and Outstanding Operation

Dean Key of Milbank, South Dakota, Receives 2023 Driver of the Year Award Longtime Ruan driver Dean Key has been crowned the 2023 Driver ...

semi trucks parked in truck parking lot, expanded truck parking coming to oklahoma and maryland with TravelCenters of America

October 7, 2024

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Expanded Truck Parking in Oklahoma and Maryland

In exciting news for truck drivers, two new developments aim to enhance parking options for truckers in Oklahoma and Maryland. Oklahoma Welcomes New TA ...