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Driven: New Documentary Celebrates the Backbone of America’s Trucking Industry

A new documentary series, DRIVEN, spotlights the unsung heroes of the U.S. trucking industry—drivers and workers who keep the nation’s supply chain moving. Produced by the American Trucking Associations, the series is part of a national campaign to highlight trucking’s vital role in American life.

6 landmark transportation laws that shaped U.S. infrastructure

Numerous laws were enacted to eventually transform U.S. routes into a vast network of highways that span the entire nation. The United States is known for its extensive highways, which connect different states and facilitate commerce throughout the country. In order for these highways to become an essential part of the national infrastructure and the […]

US 50 in Nevada: The Loneliest Road in America

500 miles with no cell service, no gas stations… and almost no people. Life magazine gave it the nickname—and it stuck. In the world of long-haul trucking, there are routes that challenge not only the vehicle’s endurance but also the driver’s. One of the most extreme is the stretch of US Route 50 that runs […]

6 valuable life lessons from truck driver fathers

To honor all fathers, especially those who are truck drivers, we share a list of life lessons they teach us through their example and daily effort.

Highway Superstitions: The Lucky Charms and Rituals Truckers Rely On

Few professions are as deeply tied to isolation and uncertainty as truck driving. With long days, lonely nights, unpredictable weather, and constant risk, many truckers turn to rituals to gain a sense of control over the uncontrollable. St. Christopher and the Virgin Mary: The Most Revered Guardians Religious items are by far the most common […]

Tech Outpaces the Law: Driverless Trucks Roll Out, Insurers Step In

The absence of a clear regulatory framework raises red flags around safety, legal liability, and employment. In this scenario, having a reliable, specialized insurance provider isn’t just advisable—it’s essential. Technology Is Outpacing the Law Autonomous trucks—heavy-duty vehicles capable of operating without human intervention—are no longer futuristic concepts. Companies like Aurora, Kodiak, and Gatik have already […]

Zodiac Drivers: What Your Sign Says About You Behind the Wheel

A fun and cosmic look at driving styles according to your star sign Ever wondered why some people drive like they’re in a Formula 1 race, while others cruise like they’re on a lazy Sunday ride? Maybe the answer is written in the stars. In this special edition for our trucking and driving community, we […]

Fiction Podcasts to Keep You Company on Long Hauls

“Miles of open road, endless nights, and only the hum of the engine for company… What if you could turn those long hours into an immersive adventure? From paranormal towns to unsolved mysteries, these 10 fiction podcasts in English will be your perfect co-pilot on the road. ????️ Top 10 Fiction Podcasts for the Road […]

Bravery on the Ice: The Unsung Heroes of America’s Frozen Roads

Only the bravest dare to cross them. Ice roads are frozen highways that appear during the harshest winter months, when lakes and rivers transform into icy lifelines. While most of the country stays sheltered from the cold, a group of truckers takes on the impossible: hauling tons of cargo across a surface as unstable as […]

8 of the longest highways in the United States

Get to know the longest highways in the United States, which connect up to 14 states due to their great length. The United States is a vast country, so vast that it has approximately 4 million miles of public roads and 8.3 million miles of lanes, according to the National Highway System. To allow efficient […]