Category: Insurance

Medicaid Cuts in 2025: Could Independent Truckers Lose Their Health Insurance?

Proposed cuts to Medicaid currently under discussion in Congress could strip millions of Americans of their health coverage — including thousands of truck drivers who rely on this program to access essential medical services What Changes Are Being Discussed? The House Energy and Commerce Committee, led by Republicans, is considering a package of Medicaid cuts […]

Precautions if you’re driving southern routes: extreme heat alert in Texas this week

As a dangerous heatwave settles over Texas, truck drivers crossing the Lone Star State are being urged to take extra safety measures. With temperatures forecast to reach up to 46°C (115°F) in some areas, long-haul drivers face serious heat-related risks, both for themselves and their equipment. Drivers planning routes through Texas this week should prepare […]

How many consecutive hours can a truck driver drive under DOT regulations?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), under the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), enforces strict regulations regarding the maximum driving hours allowed for truck drivers. These rules aim to reduce fatigue-related accidents and ensure road safety. The daily driving limit: understanding the “driving window” According to FMCSA rules, truck drivers in the United States […]

Factors affecting commercial vehicle insurance rates

Learn about the issues that could impact your commercial vehicle insurance rates. When purchasing insurance for commercial trucks, insurers consider factors such as experienced employees, well-maintained vehicles, safety, and good credit history. If you have drivers with clean records and follow safety regulations, you may qualify for lower premiums. Additionally, proper truck maintenance, the type […]

The World’s Loneliest and Most Feared Roads

Some drivers must travel them to transport supplies across vast distances, often without a gas station or help in sight. In some areas, there’s not even a phone signal. There’s something undeniably captivating about these deserted roads: breathtaking landscapes, absolute silence, and an unmatched sense of adventure. However, many of them also carry an air […]

Severe weather alert for Midwest truckers as 400,000+ customers lose power

Dangerous conditions impact trucking operations. More than 400,000 customers across the Midwest were left without power 7:47am CDT #SPC Day1 Outlook Enhanced Risk: across much of the lower/mid Mississippi Valley into the Ohio Valley and southern Great Lakes https://t.co/TgJgC6cj9Y pic.twitter.com/OnVtXWT4GC — NWS Storm Prediction Center (@NWSSPC) March 30, 2025 More than 400,000 customers across the […]

Trump administration terminates approval of New York’s congestion pricing program

U.S. Department of Transportation Revokes New York City’s Congestion Pricing Plan. ‘LONG “LIVE THE KING!’, says Trump on X. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has withdrawn its approval of New York City’s congestion pricing program, as stated in a letter sent to Governor Kathy Hochul. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, in a letter released by […]

Jorge Rabaso: “Success is finding your purpose in life and never giving up until you achieve it”

Writer, leader, educator, podcaster, and influencer, this Argentine-born entrepreneur inspires and helps thousands of Hispanics. How he turned adversity into opportunity and loneliness into community. Jorge Rabaso is an entrepreneur, writer, founder of the Hispanic Network Community, and Toastmasters Bilingual—a support network for learning public speaking and communication skills among Latinos in the U.S. He […]

Navigating the aftermath of a truck accident

Understanding the actions to take after an accident, as well as knowing your rights, is essential for every driver. Truck accidents are an unfortunate reality in the industry. These incidents can involve property damage, injuries, and in the worst cases, fatalities. That is why understanding the actions to take after an accident, as well as […]

California’s insurance crisis: wildfire risks and the FAIR Plan

The Palisades fire has turned into an insurance crisis affecting homeowners in areas vulnerable to climate disasters. The recent fire in Pacific Palisades has highlighted the challenges faced by thousands of Los Angeles residents when it comes to insurance policy withdrawals. This tragedy has turned into an insurance crisis affecting homeowners in areas vulnerable to […]