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Evolution of the cost of fuel since the 1980’s

An average car has a capacity of 15 gallons, how much did it cost to fill up a tank a few decades ago? Walkmans, arcades, and video rental stores—these are just a few of the things that have largely disappeared since the 1980s, now condensed into a single device, a symbol of one of the […]

USDOT announces $3.5 million in grants for commercial driver training

These grants aim to improve road safety through additional training for CDL holders and the creation of new job opportunities On August 26, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced the allocation of approximately $3.5 million for commercial driver training at 27 centers across the United States. The grants awarded by the USDOT range from $101,000 […]

Texas Transportation Commission acquires SH 288 toll operations for lower rates

This move aims to reduce toll rates on a crucial 61-mile route connecting Houston with the Gulf of Mexico The Texas Transportation Commission has taken a significant step by announcing the acquisition of the toll operations for State Highway 288 for $1.73 billion. This move aims to reduce toll rates on a crucial 61-mile route […]

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 […]

New California law offers major change in vehicle theft prosecution

The new law aims to tackle the growing concern over attacks on truckers and their trucks A new legislation in California promises to transform the way vehicle burglaries, both passenger and commercial, are addressed, simplifying the process of prosecuting these crimes. The new law, supported by the Independent Drivers Owners-Operators Association, aims to tackle the […]

Texas fuel prices drop in time for Labor Day travel

This drop is encouraging for both residents of the state and travelers, providing widespread relief Drivers in Texas have seen a decrease in gasoline prices this week, with the average reaching $2.99 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch report. This figure represents a 5-cent drop compared to […]

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 […]

California Senate to vote on bill increasing weight limits for zero-emission trucks

The California Senate may soon vote on a bill that would clarify the maximum gross weight limit The California State Assembly is about to approve a bill that sets weight limits for trucks powered by natural gas and electric batteries. Previously, adjustments have been made to weight limits for these vehicles: in 2015, a federal […]

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 […]