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Celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week: September 15-21

Organizations and companies in the trucking industry invite all Americans to show their appreciation for these drivers Truck drivers play a crucial role in our economy by transporting goods safely and on time, while maintaining road safety. That’s why the National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW) is celebrated annually, recognizing the hard work and commitment […]

High costs and safety risks of truck detention

A new report published by the American Transportation Research Institute highlights the impact of truck detention A new report published by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) highlights the impact of truck detention at customer facilities on productivity and safety in the sector. ATRI’s research quantifies the direct costs and supports previous findings of increased […]

Year after Yellow Corp.’s collapse: stagnation in trucking employment

The employment report shows a difference of 400 more jobs compared to last year The closure of Yellow Corp. in 2023 marked a milestone in the freight transportation industry, deeply impacting thousands of workers. As one of the major players in the sector, Yellow Corp.’s bankruptcy became the most significant in the history of trucking […]

Essential 10-minute pre-trip truck inspection routine for road safety

Performing this check before starting your travels will not only ensure your safety, but will also allow you to comply with the regulations In a profession where road safety is a fundamental priority, it is common for drivers to neglect their own safety. By managing their schedules based on miles and having limited rest breaks, […]

In brief: zero-emission truck weight limits, tax deduction and fuel prices

California sets zero-emission truck weight limits, congress seeks tax deduction restoration and fuel prices in the U.S. Weight limits for zero-emission trucks in California A new law establishing weight limits for zero-emission trucks has been approved by the California Legislature. This legislation, which amends a previous law, allows trucks powered by natural gas and electric […]

Advanced Clean Fleets: California’s green ambitions face heat

Republican legislators in California have requested to pause the implementation of the state’s Advanced Clean Fleets In response to two fire-related accidents caused by ion batteries in trucks, which resulted in severe traffic disruptions, a coalition of Republican legislators in California has requested Governor Gavin Newsom to pause the implementation of the state’s Advanced Clean […]

Essential guidelines for brake safety: avoiding violations

The North American Brake Safety Week starts on August 25, here’s how to keep your brakes in optimal conditions for the inspection The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) organizes the North American Brake Safety Week every year, focusing on education and inspections of brake systems for commercial vehicles. During this week of intensive inspections, if […]

Understanding freight rates: the impact of economic cycles

Freight rates are the main source of revenue for this industry, reflecting the health of the market Freight rates are fundamental in the truckload transportation industry, as they reflect the current market conditions and are subject to numerous fluctuations. Carriers constantly adjust these rates in response to changing industry conditions. A recent article by FleetOwner […]

Managing speed and stress: techniques for safer driving

In the transportation industry stressful scenarios can add an extra burden, learn to relax World Relaxation Day is celebrated on August 15th, as a reminder that maintaining low levels of stress and anxiety is crucial for our health. However, achieving complete relaxation is often difficult. In the transportation industry, stressful situations and scenarios can add […]

The trucking ABCs: abbreviations used in the trucking world

Understanding these terms will help you better grasp how the industry functions and its processes The trucking industry has a specialized language understood only by those who are part of it. In such a dynamic field, it’s common to use multiple abbreviations that truckers learn to recognize quickly over time. Jenna Hume from FleetOwner has […]