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Who was Luella Bates? The first woman truck driver

Luella Bates was not only a truck driver; she was a pioneer in the industry.

How to know when it’s time to change your shock absorbers

The importance of the shock absorber is directly related to safety and stability while driving, know the signs for when it’s time to change them.

SAFER Transport Act seeks to eliminate fraud and cargo theft in freight transport

The SAFER Transport Act aims to address the numerous issues related to freight transport fraud and cargo theft in the United States.

New FMCSA report examines carrier financial responsibility levels

The report states that the role of insurance in covering catastrophic accidents is currently being affected by the declining real value of the existing minimum financial responsibility levels.

Smart Trucks: The Technology Protecting Drivers on the Road

The new generation of smart trucks is incorporating in-cab technology, fatigue monitoring, and advanced driver-assistance systems to improve highway safety. These are the innovations reshaping the industry.

How technology affects driver retention

Friend or foe? 52% of drivers say technology directly influences their decision to stay with or leave a fleet. Fleet telematics company Platform Science published an analysis titled Driver Experience Report 2026, in which, through an anonymous survey of more than 1,100 active commercial drivers, it evaluates the influence of technology on their decision to […]

Dalilah Law seeks to remove non-english speaking commercial drivers

President Donald Trump proposed the “Dalilah Law,” an initiative aimed at prohibiting undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses. On February 24, President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address, during which he proposed the “Dalilah Law,” an initiative aimed at prohibiting undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses. The proposal was backed […]

CDL Exams Will Be Administered Only in English Under New DOT Rule

The Department of Transportation unveiled a sweeping set of safety measures, including English-only CDL exams, state audits, closure of noncompliant training schools, and a biometric registration system aimed at cracking down on so-called “chameleon carriers.” The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced that all applicants seeking a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required […]

The best truck stops of 2026

Trucker Path has recently unveiled its list of the 100 best truck stops of 2026. Trucker Path released its annual ranking recognizing the highest-rated chains and independent locations across North America. Through its mobile app, used by truck drivers to find truck stops, parking, fuel, and more, the company evaluated ratings and reviews collected over […]

FMCSA finalizes rule to remove 12 trucking regulations

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued final rules eliminating 12 regulations considered “burdensome.” The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued final rules eliminating 12 regulations considered “burdensome” and which, according to the agency, do not provide substantial improvements to highway safety. The measures are part of a deregulation initiative launched in […]