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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 […]

Trucking sector faces uncertainty amid job losses and market pressures

Employment in the trucking sector continues to show signs of uncertainty. The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that in June, the trucking sector lost 2,700 jobs. While this indicates a continued decline, total employment remained nearly stable compared to the same period last year, with a slight year-over-year increase of […]

In brief: bill to support truckers, emissions rules battle, and freight efficiency

In this edition of brief news: truckers could receive overtime pay, fuel producers sue over California emissions rules, and axle weight limits may be modified. GOT Truckers Act: Truckers Could Receive Overtime Pay A bill introduced in the Senate in March by Senator Josh Hawley aims to eliminate taxes on overtime wages. However, this measure […]

Driven: New Documentary Celebrates the Backbone of America’s Trucking Industry

A new documentary series, DRIVEN, spotlights the unsung heroes of the U.S. trucking industry—drivers and workers who keep the nation’s supply chain moving. Produced by the American Trucking Associations, the series is part of a national campaign to highlight trucking’s vital role in American life.

Why Now Is a Great Time to Get into the Trucking Business

The transportation sector is evolving in ways that create significant opportunity. By Bob Dilliplaine, Industry Expert at Orange Commercial Credit If you’re looking for a career that combines independence, steady income potential, and long-term demand, now may be the perfect time to enter the trucking industry. Whether you’re considering driving as a company employee or […]