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Operation Safe Driver Week 2025: reckless driving

The CVSA’s annual initiative brings together traffic enforcement authorities from Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. with the goal of enhancing road safety. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced a new edition of Operation Safe Driver Week, which will take place from July 13 to 19, 2025. This annual initiative brings together traffic enforcement […]

Truck driver salaries lag behind other sectors and inflation

A recent report reveals a $3,500 wage gap in the annual salary growth of truckers. The salaries of truck drivers have not grown at the same pace as other sectors or inflation. A recent report from FinditParts reveals a $3,500 wage gap in the annual salary growth of truckers. The analysis, based on data from […]

Truckers blast regulations as USDOT calls for feedback

Hundreds of public comments reveal industry frustration over rules deemed ineffective and harmful. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) received nearly 300 public comments after opening a call to review existing transportation regulations, as part of an executive order issued by the Trump Administration. The order mandates that for every new regulation proposed, at least […]

In brief: medical certification reforms, border infrastructure, and driver training concerns

The latest news from the trucking industry in the United States. Federal Requirements for CDL Medical Certification The final rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), published in April 2015, requires medical examiners to electronically report the results of Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exams no later than the following day, and allows […]

April: Distracted Driving Awareness Month

85% of americans believe distracted driving is as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol. April has been designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a road safety issue that continues to claim thousands of lives each year. As part of this campaign, Verra Mobility, a provider of smart mobility technology solutions, has released the […]

Report ranks states on truck parking space, safety, and amenities

The ATRI in collaboration with the AASHTO, has published a study on truck parking at public rest areas. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), in collaboration with the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), has published a study on truck parking at public rest areas. This research, which included a survey of […]

Distracted driving on the rise: can AI be the solution?

The use of AI as a safety tool for drivers and transportation fleets is gaining increasing popularity across the industry. Distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of road collisions and accidents, with serious consequences for both drivers and transport operators. In recent years, this issue has intensified, reflected in a concerning rise […]

7 classic motels that were part of U.S. highways

From motels shaped like locomotives to traditional teepees, these places offered a unique experience. Road trips have been an American tradition since time immemorial. When families traveled by car along the interstates, they needed a place to rest. That’s when many motels sprang up along the highways, becoming the soul of the United States. If […]

Bill introduces tax credits as incentive for truckers

A new bill aims to address the truck driver shortage by implementing tax credits. A new bill, reintroduced by Congressman Zach Nunn, aims to address the truck driver shortage by implementing tax credits. The “Supply Chain Strengthening Act Through Truck Driver Incentives” would offer tax exemptions to both experienced and new truck drivers in order […]

Tariffs coulds drive 9% price increase in U.S. truck market

S&P Global Mobility estimates tariffs could reduce truck demand in the short term and modify the structure of commercial vehicle manufacturing. Tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump aim to trigger a series of changes in both production and prices. Since taking office in January, Trump has adopted various trade policies, including tariff increases on China, […]