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Essential documents every trucker needs to start 2026

In January, truck drivers should make sure they have the following key documents ready to meet legal requirements. A new year has arrived, and what better way to begin it than on the right foot. The trucking industry is governed by strict regulations that every driver must comply with, including having the key documentation required […]

States with the most truck drivers in the U.S.

These are the states with the highest number of truck drivers in the United States. The trucking industry employs approximately 3.6 million truck drivers across the United States. If we were to divide this figure among the 50 states, each would have around 72,000 truck drivers in its workforce. However, in practice, this distribution is […]

The best Christmas gifts for a trucker

Find the best Christmas gifts for truck drivers with these options based on their needs and personality. The holiday season is often a challenging time for truck drivers. For many of them, their work is not just a job; it becomes a way of life, bringing unique needs and particular conditions that create daily challenges. […]

The first Bipartisan Trucking Caucus

Led by a group of lawmakers who come together to pursue shared policy goals, the caucus will focus on the integrity, safety, and growth of the industry. Road transportation has managed to position itself as the central focus of a congressional caucus for the first time. Led by a group of lawmakers who come together […]

Trucking faces continued job losses as 2026 uncertainty looms

The U.S. trucking industry continues to lose jobs and reduce capacity, will this trend continue in 2026? The U.S. trucking industry continues to lose jobs and reduce capacity. In November alone, more than 4,000 trucking jobs were eliminated, according to LandLine data, marking the fourth consecutive month of declines and the second-largest monthly loss of […]

New action plan targets fraud, safety, and regulatory gaps in U.S. trucking

A roadmap to reform: how TAEC plans to eliminate fraud in American trucking A broad group of state trucking associations has published an action plan identifying seven areas vulnerable to exploitation by malicious actors, as well as proposed solutions to eliminate these fraud schemes. Titled “The Fight for Fairness and Safety: Paving the Way for […]

The top 5 big rigs ever manufactured

Big rigs are more than just machines—they are icons of the open road, symbols of power, endurance, and craftsmanship. Bob Dilliplaine Orange Commercial Credit Big rigs are more than just machines—they are icons of the open road, symbols of power, endurance, and craftsmanship. Over the decades, certain trucks have stood out not only for their […]

Truck drivers are at high risk of developing diabetes

About 11% of the adult population meets the criteria for prediabetes, and there is a particular group at high risk: truck drivers. Diabetes rates in the United States have increased over the past decade, particularly type 2 diabetes. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 15% of adults in […]

Starting in trucking: required permits, registrations, and compliance

Are you a new carrier? This is what you need to know about permits, registration, and compliance. The trucking industry can be quite challenging for beginners and newcomers. With the large amount of information, processes, permits, and records that only seasoned drivers fully understand, entering the sector can feel overwhelming. Even truckers with many years […]

American manufacturers trigger truck “dumping” investigation

Foreign trailer manufacturers under investigation for alleged “dumping” in the U.S. The U.S. truck market is at the center of a trade dispute. After domestic manufacturers reported that companies from Canada, China, and Mexico were engaging in unfair practices harming the local industry, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) opened an investigation to determine whether […]