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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 […]

In brief: tariffs, autonomous trucks and clean air regulations

While the ATA urges to avoid tariffs on truck imports, some states are seeking the regulation of autonomous trucks and California is losing the clean air battle. ATA urges avoiding tariffs on the import of medium and heavy trucks The American Trucking Associations (ATA) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have expressed their opposition to […]

CSA scores: what they mean and how to improve them

Each violation recorded during a CSA inspection adds points in various key areas, which impact the driver’s record. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) implements the program known as Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) as its main tool to monitor the safety performance of drivers and carriers in the United States. This score measures […]

FMCSA mandates two-stage English evaluation for commercial drivers

The assessment consists of two parts: the first part is an interview with the driver, and the second is a traffic sign recognition evaluation. On April 28, the Trump administration, along with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, Sean Duffy, formalized the legal enforcement of existing federal law requiring all commercial vehicle drivers in […]

CDL or jail: 4% of truckers lack valid licenses

The trucking industry faces ongoing issues with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). The trucking industry is currently grappling with significant challenges related to commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs). Adam Wingfield, a well-known transportation expert, recently published a study based on data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The study revealed an alarming statistic: approximately 4% […]