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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 […]

2025 Brake Safety Week: drums and rotors

Inspections will be conducted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico during the Brake Safety Week. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced the official dates for the upcoming Brake Safety Week, which this year will focus on drums and rotors. The international roadside inspection will take place from August 24 to 30, providing […]

EV cargo ship catches fire in the Pacific Ocean

The ship, named Morning Midas, was carrying more than 3,000 electric and semi-electric vehicles to Mexico. On Tuesday, June 3, a ship carrying more than 3,000 electric and semi-electric vehicles to Mexico was abandoned in the Pacific Ocean after catching fire. The incident has sparked a wave of commentary regarding the growing risks associated with […]

Department of Transportation proposes to eliminate obsolete trucking rules

The main goal is to eliminate those rules that are now considered outdated or that impose an unnecessary burden on truck drivers. On May 30, the Department of Transportation proposed cutting and amending more than two dozen federal regulations related to road transportation. While some of these regulations have a relatively minor impact, the main […]

Free English learning resources for truck drivers in the U.S.

Free tools to help truck drivers meet English language proficiency standards. On April 28, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to strengthen the enforcement of a federal law that requires all commercial vehicle drivers in the U.S. to be proficient in English. Those who fail to comply may be temporarily removed from service. The […]

The Invisible Danger of Driver Fatigue: What the Trucking Industry Is Doing to Prevent Accidents

Driver fatigue remains one of the most underestimated threats on American highways, contributing to thousands of truck-related accidents each year. Despite federal regulations, the problem persists — prompting the trucking industry to explore new technologies and wellness strategies At first glance, the greatest risks on the road might seem to be weather conditions, heavy traffic, […]

25% of CDL drivers lack English proficiency, survey finds

A recent survey conducted by Overdrive’s digital platform reveals information about the current state of CDL drivers on U.S. roads regarding English proficiency. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order, which strengthens the enforcement of the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement for all commercial vehicle drivers, is expected to have a significant impact on the transportation […]

Tariffs push U.S.-assembled car prices to $53,000

With the goal of encouraging domestic auto production, the imposition of tariffs on vehicles could have serious repercussions for American consumers. Since April, the Trump administration has implemented a 25% tariff on all imported passenger vehicles. In May, this policy was extended to key components such as engines, transmissions, and powertrain parts, affecting even vehicles […]

The state of trucking: tariffs and capacity cuts shape trucking outlook

The balance between supply and demand has been negatively affected due to the implementation of tariffs. The latest ACT For-Hire Trucking Index report for April has indicated an improvement in the balance between supply and demand. While freight volumes showed weakness, they remained stable compared to the previous month, whereas transportation capacity experienced a decline. […]

Truck platooning: Ohio and Indiana’s automated truck convoy project

With $8.8 million in funding, the automated platooning project aims to deploy various levels of automation and integrate these technologies into the daily freight operations of truck fleets. A month ago, a project by EASE Logistics in collaboration with Kratos Defense was launched. It involved two tractor-trailers equipped with automated platooning technology traveling along Interstate […]