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Accident rates rise nearly 30% in winter holiday travel

The month of December becomes one of the most congested of the year, making the risk of an accident more volatile. Winter is the most challenging season on the roads. Weather conditions create dangerous scenarios for drivers that can lead to catastrophic outcomes. However, beyond the weather itself, there is another factor that makes this […]

FMCSA says no to hours-of-service exemptions

FMCSA rejects two requests for exemptions to hours-of-service rules for commercial drivers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has denied two exemption requests related to Hours of Service (HOS) regulations for commercial motor vehicle drivers, as announced in the Federal Register on December 2. The petitions, submitted by the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) […]

Diesel Reliability in Cold Climates Act of 2025

New bill to authorize manufacturers to suspend engine power-reduction functions and engine shutdowns in diesel vehicles during periods of cold weather. A new bill is being reviewed by the Committee on Environment and Public Works, with the goal of allowing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to authorize manufacturers to suspend engine power-reduction functions and engine […]

Teton Pass bridge will be closed to traffic for 10 days

Teton Pass is one of the most heavily traveled routes for truck drivers in Wyoming, serving as a vital corridor for the trucking industry. The Wyoming Department of Transportation announced on November 5 that, for up to 10 days, the Teton Pass bridge will be closed to traffic in order to lay new base material […]

A new study links traffic accidents to violations of the ELP regulation

A new study analyzed the relationship between traffic accidents and drivers who violate the English Language Proficiency (ELP) regulation. A new study analyzed the relationship between traffic accidents and drivers who violate the English Language Proficiency (ELP) regulation, demonstrating that noncompliance with ELP requirements is associated with higher accident rates on U.S. highways. The study, […]

Truck classification: a guide to the world of road transport

Understanding the vehicles we share the road with allows us to better appreciate the work and responsibility of those behind the wheel. Let’s talk truck classification. The classification of trucks can be a complex topic for those unfamiliar with the road transport industry. When driving alongside a commercial vehicle, most motorists tend to distinguish only […]

Truck drivers rank the states with the worst roads in the U.S.

According to truck drivers’ opinions in a survey by Overdrive, these are the states with the worst roads in the United States. The digital platform Overdrive conducted a survey in early spring 2025 to gather truck drivers’ opinions about state Departments of Transportation and their management of infrastructure. The survey collected feedback on the current […]

Amazon tests new augmented reality technology for its delivery drivers

The multinational company Amazon Inc. continues to advance in the technology race, introducing new equipment aimed at improving its operations. The multinational company Amazon Inc. continues to advance in the technology race, introducing new equipment aimed at improving its operations. Its most recent announcement: equipping delivery drivers with augmented reality glasses designed to help them […]

October’s bankruptcy spike: 5 carriers file for Chapter 11 in just two weeks

During the first half of October five transportation-related companies filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11. The transportation industry has gone through difficult months, but October appears to have exceeded expectations in just two weeks, thanks to a surge in filings from companies seeking protection under Chapter 11. According to a recent report from FreightWaves, the […]

California revises warehouse regulations to reduce emissions and community impact

California reviews pioneering warehouse regulations to improve transportation and public health policies. California is set to implement a key revision in its warehouse regulations, a law aimed at more strictly regulating logistics activities and road transport. This modification focuses on the routes used by trucks accessing warehouses, a crucial measure to reduce traffic congestion and […]