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The real cost of the truck parking crisis

The truck parking problem is costing the trucking industry $100 billion in productivity. A recent report published by Truck Parking Research reveals a harsh truth about the lack of truck parking: this issue results in an annual loss of $100 billion in productivity. Although the United States has a total of 23.4 million suitable truck […]

NMFTA to integrate SSC into its Digital Standards Development Council

The SSC will be incorporated into the DSDC, an NMFTA initiative aimed at digital standardization in freight transportation. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has announced that it will officially take over the administration of the Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC). With this integration, the SSC will become part of the Digital Standards Development Council […]

60,000 non-domiciled CDLs in the U.S., reveals report by Overdrive

Overdrive exposes the reality behind the growing number of non-domiciled CDLs issued in the United States. Overdrive has published an investigation that exposes the reality behind the growing number of non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (NDCDLs) issued in the United States. After several months of analysis across all 50 states, the well-known trucking news outlet has […]

Transforming trucking: USDOT and FMCSA roll out major industry updates

The USDOT and FMCSA have started to implement a series of key reforms aimed at reducing regulatory burdens and improving working conditions for truck drivers. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), under the leadership of Sean Duffy, has begun implementing new measures aimed at improving the transportation industry and addressing the recurring issues that affect […]

The widest highways in the world

From New Jersey to China, we invite you to explore these fascinating facts about the widest highways in the world to date. Getting stuck in traffic often makes us wish there were more lanes to allow cars to move more freely. But have you ever wondered which is the widest highway in the world? Although […]

Trucking sector faces uncertainty amid job losses and market pressures

Employment in the trucking sector continues to show signs of uncertainty. The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that in June, the trucking sector lost 2,700 jobs. While this indicates a continued decline, total employment remained nearly stable compared to the same period last year, with a slight year-over-year increase of […]

Top fleet manager’s concerns: safety, compliance, and cost control

The J.J. Keller Center for Market Insights recently published a study on the top concerns of today’s fleet managers. The J.J. Keller Center for Market Insights recently published a study on the top concerns of today’s fleet managers. This fourth edition of the report was conducted in February 2024 through a survey of 489 fleet […]

Road rage spikes during summer: beware and be safe

Stress behind the wheel, combined with extreme heat that makes us more irritable, can lead to more than just frustration: it can trigger road rage. Summer brings much more than just vacations. With intense heat waves, increased traffic due to road trips, an influx of new drivers, more pedestrians, and the risk of engine overheating, […]

Operation Safe Driver Week: how to be prepared

Operation Safe Driver Week will take place from July 13 to 19, here are some actions to perform to be prepared for inspections. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced the upcoming edition of Operation Safe Driver Week, which will take place from July 13 to 19, 2025. This annual initiative brings together traffic […]

Potential spike in cargo theft around July 4th

CargoNet has issued an urgent warning about a potential increase in cargo theft in the days surrounding the July 4th holiday. Logistics company CargoNet has issued an urgent warning about a potential increase in cargo theft in the days surrounding the July 4th holiday. According to the company, extended business closures during holiday periods can […]