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The 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree begins its journey

From Alaska to Washington, D.C., the 2024 Christmas Tree kicks off its highly anticipated annual tour. The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has begun its traditional annual journey. This year, Lynden Companies, one of Alaska’s leading carriers, is once again tasked with transporting the tree from the forests of Alaska to Washington, D.C., where it will […]

Spooktacular trucks: Halloween spirit takes to the roads

Truckers take part in Halloween traditions by decorating their vehicles in spooky ways. Halloween is filled with traditions that bring people together, such as picking and carving pumpkins, dressing up, decorating homes, and trick-or-treating. However, in some neighborhoods, going door to door for “trick or treat” isn’t possible, which has led truckers to unleash their […]

The spookiest roads in the U.S.

These routes are the setting for ghosts, spirits, otherworldly creatures, and more. Dare to drive them? The roads of the United States hide more than the average eye can perceive. At night, some of them reveal chilling stories and legends that lead many drivers to prefer avoiding them. Commercial Truck Trader has compiled some of […]

Stay safe this Halloween: essential tips for fleet drivers

With the increase in pedestrians, decorations and distractions, the risks are also growing; stay alert. Halloween can be exciting, but safety shouldn’t be a surprise. For fleet drivers, it’s essential to stay alert and make the roads safer. With the increase in pedestrians, decorations, and distractions, the risks also rise; statistics indicate that pedestrian fatalities […]

Trucking through cinema: 6 iconic films about truckers

Through bold maneuvers, dodging unforeseen obstacles, and controlling heavy vehicles, cinema pays tribute to the demanding work they face on the roads. The feats of truck drivers are undeniable and are clearly reflected in popular culture, especially in cinema. In many films, these brave drivers are portrayed as heroes who take extraordinary risks in their […]

U.S. DOT tackles truck parking shortage with new funding

The USDOT stated that over $4.2 billion will be allocated to 44 projects nationwide. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced on October 21 a significant step toward addressing the shortage of truck parking by including several projects in its latest funding round under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This effort is part of […]

The importance of truck weigh stations

Weigh stations are checkpoints designated by the USDOT to ensure trucks are complying with the weight limit. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) sets strict regulations on truck weight limits to maintain road conditions and, especially, to ensure driver safety. These limits require carriers to comply with the allowed quantities, and truck weigh stations have […]

In brief: modernized testing regulations, California’s fuel law, and post-hurricane road reopenings

DOT proposes changes to drug and alcohol testing regulations, California targets new fuel price law, and roads begin to reopen after hurricanes. Modernizing drug and alcohol testing regulations in transportation The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed changes to its workplace drug and alcohol testing regulations, allowing the optional use of electronic signatures, forms, […]

Top challenges facing the trucking industry in 2024: carriers vs. drivers

The economy and parking remain the top challenges for the trucking sector this year. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released its 20th annual report on the top issues in the trucking industry. This year’s list continues to include last year’s topics, such as the economy and tort reform, reflecting slower-than-expected changes. Respondents included 45% […]

Mental health in truck drivers: an urgent challenge for the transportation sector

Around 65 million Americans suffer from a mental illness, and approximately 60% of them do not receive treatment. World Mental Health Day 2024’s theme is “Mental Health in the Workplace.“ The European digital platform SNAP has issued a warning to the trucking industry about a new “silent epidemic” after evaluating levels of depression and mental […]