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March 17, 2025

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TMC Recognizes Excellence with Silver Spark Plug Awards: Celebrating Outstanding Achievements in Commercial Vehicle Maintenance

Five exceptional professionals were honored with the prestigious Silver Spark Plug award by the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) during the ...

March 12, 2025

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Gear Up for MATS 2025: The Ultimate Trucking Experience

Attention all truckers and industry professionals! The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is rolling back into Louisville on March 27-29, 2025, and it’s set to ...

CB radio slang has been a staple of trucking culture for decades, but is it still relevant today? Explore the origins, evolution, and modern-day impact of this unique trucker language.

February 28, 2025

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Trucker Slang Through the Decades: The Evolution of CB Radio Lingo

Trucking has always had its own culture, and at the heart of it is the unmistakable language of CB radio slang. What started as ...

Time is running out for free registration to the Mid-America Trucking Show! Sign up today before fees increase. MATS 2025 runs from March 27-29 in Louisville—don’t miss out on industry connections, new tech, and live entertainment!

February 28, 2025

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Time is Running Out for Free Registration to MATS

Planning to attend the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) next month? Don’t wait—free registration is only available through today! Starting Saturday and continuing through March ...

A new Geotab report reveals how driver stress is impacting road safety, turnover rates, and operational costs. Learn what’s causing stress and how the industry is addressing it through technology, wellness programs, and improved working conditions.

February 28, 2025

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Study Highlights the Link Between Driver Stress and Road Safety

A new report by Geotab, a fleet management platform, is ringing the alarm for the transportation industry to take swift action in addressing truck ...

Step inside the Peterbilt factory in Denton, Texas, where cutting-edge engineering meets American craftsmanship. Discover how these legendary trucks are built, from custom design to final inspection, in the only plant producing Peterbilt’s heavy-duty lineup.

February 24, 2025

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How Peterbilt’s Denton Factory Brings Legendary Trucks to Life

Peterbilt has built its reputation as a leader in durability, performance, and American craftsmanship. At the heart of it all is the company’s Denton, ...

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 ...

ReVolt Motors is unveiling its diesel-electric hybrid retrofit of the Peterbilt 379 at MATS. This innovative hybrid system offers truckers the power of diesel with the efficiency of electric, delivering 40% fuel savings and reduced emissions.

February 12, 2025

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ReVolt Motors to Unveil Diesel-Electric Hybrid Retrofit 379 at MATS

Austin, Texas-based ReVolt Motors, a newcomer focused on reducing emissions in the trucking industry, is set to showcase its groundbreaking diesel-electric hybrid retrofit of ...

Learn the history behind the Jake Brake, its mechanics, and why it's named after Jacobs Vehicle Systems. Find out how this innovation reshaped trucking and enhanced safety.

February 10, 2025

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Ever Wonder Why It’s Called a Jake Brake? Here’s the Answer!

If you’ve ever navigated steep descents in your rig, you’re likely familiar with the distinctive roar of the Jake Brake. But have you ever ...

GPS technology transformed the trucking industry by enhancing navigation, fleet tracking, safety, and fuel efficiency. Discover how GPS revolutionized trucking operations, improving efficiency, profitability, and compliance.

February 3, 2025

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How GPS Technology Revolutionized the Trucking Industry

The advent of GPS technology has revolutionized the trucking industry, shaping it into a more efficient, safer, and profitable sector. Before this innovation, truck ...