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DOT calls for help in combating cargo theft

The USDOT has launched a call to the transportation industry to participate in developing effective strategies to combat cargo theft. The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has launched a call to the transportation industry to participate in developing effective strategies to combat cargo theft, a problem that has reached alarming levels in recent years. […]

Fleet alert: three ELDs removed from FMCSA’s approved list

On September 4, the FMCSA requested that truck drivers and fleets remove three ELDs as a result of the manufacturers’ failure to meet the minimum requirements. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has requested that truck drivers and fleets remove three ELDs as a result of the manufacturers’ failure to meet the minimum requirements […]

Crash in Florida under investigation: non-domiciled CDLs and lack of English language proficiency

Tragic Florida crash claims three lives; DOT investigates driver’s immigration status and license irregularities A tragic accident in Florida that claimed the lives of three people is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Transportation and Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy. The incident was caused by a truck driver holding non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) […]

Debate Over Raising the Maximum Truck Weight in the U.S.: Logistics Efficiency vs. Safety and Infrastructure Risks

Tsunami safety: what to do before, during, and after an alert

When a tsunami warning is issued, acting quickly and knowledgeably can save lives. On July 29, a magnitude 8.8 earthquake —the sixth largest ever recorded— struck Russia. As a result of the powerful quake, tsunami warnings were issued in several countries across the Pacific Ocean. Although many of these alerts have since been lifted, the […]

Lytx 2025 Road Safety Report: trends and risks for commercial fleets

This year’s report highlights the latest trends in collisions, risky driving behaviors, the most dangerous times and locations for driving Lytx’s Annual Report, titled “2025 Road Safety Report,” analyzes commercial fleet driving data and reveals key trends in road safety, as well as emerging risks most frequently faced by commercial drivers. In 2024, Americans drove […]

Truckers: the most confident and responsible drivers

A survey revealed that truck drivers stand out as one of the most confident and safety-conscious groups when it comes to driving abilities. When it comes to driving skills, truck drivers have no doubts about their ability to navigate the world of road transport. In a recent survey conducted by online parts provider FinditParts, more […]

Ford Faces Federal Investigation over 1.3 Million F-150 trucks due to potential safety issue

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 138 complaints have been filed by F-150 owners reporting unexpected downshifts while driving at high speeds Federal regulators have launched an investigation into nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150 trucks from model years 2015 to 2017 following consumer complaints about sudden downshifting incidents that could pose a […]

Severe Weather Alert: Safety Tips for Truck Drivers

A powerful storm system is set to bring severe weather across the southern United States starting Monday night A powerful storm system is set to bring severe weather across the southern United States starting Monday night and continuing into Tuesday, with impacts reaching the East Coast by Wednesday. This storm system has the potential to […]

Extreme cold and snow in central and southern U.U.: how to stay safe

The polar wave continues to affect large parts of the United States, bringing low temperatures, heavy snowfall, and strong winds through Friday and into Saturday. The National Weather Service (NWS) announced that the U.S. will experience a combination of significant weather events this Friday and over the weekend, including winter storms, critical fire conditions in […]