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The top truck bottlenecks in the U.S. 2026

The American Transportation Research Institute has released its annual report on freight bottlenecks in the United States. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) published its yearly analysis of the nation’s most congested freight corridors. Using GPS data from trucks, the report evaluates the highways with the highest levels of congestion across the country, ranking them […]

CVSA’s 2026 international inspection to target ELD manipulation

The 2026 inspection will focus on drivers who falsify or manipulate their electronic logging devices (ELDs) to alter their hours of service. Each year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducts an international inspection across the United States, Mexico, and Canada to assess the condition of commercial vehicles and ensure compliance by motor carriers and […]

Best and Worst States to Be a Truck Driver in the United States in 2026

A new national ranking reveals the best and worst states to be a truck driver in the United States in 2026, measuring truck driver salaries, fatal crashes, congestion and road conditions.

Can love survive the open road? The realities of dating as a trucker

Although one might think that love and trucking don’t always go hand in hand, for many truckers they can be compatible, despite the obstacles. A truck driver’s life comes with advantages many people appreciate: the freedom of the open road, the calm of driving for hours, and a strong sense of independence. However, it also […]

Amulets, faith, and fortune: how truck drivers seek protection around the world

From saints to herbs, truck drivers carry amulets on every trip that, according to their beliefs, protect them in the harsh life of road transport. In a world where truck drivers’ lives are constantly at risk every time they get behind the wheel, having extra protection never hurts. Truck drivers exist in every culture, just […]

Escalating litigation costs in the U.S. trucking industry

Civil liability litigation has become increasingly costly for businesses, particularly for the trucking industry. Civil liability litigation has become increasingly costly for businesses, particularly for the trucking industry, due to the rapid rise in jury-awarded damages. An analysis by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) found that so-called “nuclear verdicts” increased significantly in both frequency […]

The most dangerous states in the U.S. during winter weather

While winter conditions are hazardous across the country, some states experience significantly higher accident rates during this season. A study by Samsara, a safety and risk company for commercial drivers, evaluated the increase in traffic accidents during winter caused by extreme weather conditions and reduced visibility, demonstrating how dangerous roads can be during this season. […]

Winter storm disruptions lead to FMCSA HOS relief in 40 states

Motor carriers and drivers providing direct assistance in relief efforts in the affected states are covered by a hours-of-service (HOS) exemption. Over the weekend, a winter storm swept across much of the United States, and to this day, its aftermath continues. As a result, on the night of January 23, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety […]

Cargo theft report 2025: $725 million in losses

Verisk CargoNet reports that cargo theft crime volumes remained stable, with a sharp increase in total losses. Verisk CargoNet’s 2025 report stated that the total number of cargo theft incidents over the past year stabilized compared to 2024. However, the biggest impact in 2025 was the total cost of losses, which rose to nearly $725 […]

DOT unveils possible AI strategy to enforce CDL regulations

The DOT is looking to adopt AI and advanced data analytics to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of enforcement measures. On January 14, the 105th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) was held in Washington, D.C. During the event, one of the federal government’s new plans for its national campaign against non-commercial Commercial […]