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DOT to implement fentanyl and norfentanyl testing for truck drivers

This decision comes in response to the alarming rate of overdose deaths linked to fentanyl use in the United States. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has decided to take action in response to the growing public safety issue related to the use of the synthetic opioid fentanyl and its metabolite, norfentanyl. In a Notice […]

Aurora and McLeod Software collaborate to support autonomous truck adoption

Aurora and McLeod Software partner to facilitate the adoption of autonomous trucks in freight transportation While the operation of autonomous trucks remains a complex challenge within the transportation industry, leading companies in this technology continue to push forward innovations to support its adoption across the sector. One such company is Aurora, which recently announced a […]

Mack Pioneer: the new era of Mack Trucks enters production

The Mack Pioneer combines advanced aerodynamic design, remarkable driver comfort, and improved fuel efficiency. The official production of the new Mack Pioneer was announced this Wednesday by Mack Trucks. According to the statement, the new highway truck will be manufactured at the Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) plant, located in Macungie, Pennsylvania. This model, which was […]

In brief: CDL reform, clean energy, and state vs. federal regulations

As safety concerns rise and electric infrastructure expands, the trucking industry faces mounting pressure from conflicting regulations and calls for systemic change. No more non-domiciled CDLs, demands OOIDA The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has called on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the governors of 43 states to immediately suspend the issuance of […]

The real cost of the truck parking crisis

The truck parking problem is costing the trucking industry $100 billion in productivity. A recent report published by Truck Parking Research reveals a harsh truth about the lack of truck parking: this issue results in an annual loss of $100 billion in productivity. Although the United States has a total of 23.4 million suitable truck […]

IRS Form 2290 deadline is close: here’s what truckers need to know

Form 2290 must be filed annually by anyone who registers a highway motor vehicle in their name with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more. The deadline to file IRS Form 2290 for truckers is quickly approaching. This form applies to owners of heavy vehicles operating on U.S. highways and is required by […]

National Truck and Step Van Driving Championship returns with more women than ever

The National Truck and Step Van Driving Championship (NTDC) returns this year from August 20 to 23. The National Truck and Step Van Driving Championship (NTDC) returns this year from August 20 to 23. With more than 400 drivers qualified for the national precision driving competition, the NTDC will take place at the Minneapolis Convention […]

Used Class 8 truck prices rise 10% after two years of stagnation

ACT Research reported an increase in the average retail price of used Class 8 trucks during the month of June. For the first time in two and a half years, ACT Research reported an increase in the average retail price of used Class 8 trucks during the month of June. The average price reached $60,324, […]

NMFTA to integrate SSC into its Digital Standards Development Council

The SSC will be incorporated into the DSDC, an NMFTA initiative aimed at digital standardization in freight transportation. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has announced that it will officially take over the administration of the Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC). With this integration, the SSC will become part of the Digital Standards Development Council […]

ATRI recent research highlights the lack of young drivers in the trucking industry

The gap between the average age of truck drivers and the minimum age required to enter the sector reveals a significant barrier to attracting younger individuals. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has published new research titled “Demographic Evolution of Truck Drivers: Issues and Opportunities,” which highlights a significant shift in the demographic composition of […]