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Secretary Duffy unveils new measures to strengthen trucking safety and compliance

In a press conference, Duffy pledged federal effort to eliminate fraud and improve trucking safety standards. On the morning of October 31, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy held a press conference addressing several key issues within the transportation industry. Among the main topics were law enforcement measures for carriers, efforts to combat the illegal […]

Truck classification: a guide to the world of road transport

Understanding the vehicles we share the road with allows us to better appreciate the work and responsibility of those behind the wheel. Let’s talk truck classification. The classification of trucks can be a complex topic for those unfamiliar with the road transport industry. When driving alongside a commercial vehicle, most motorists tend to distinguish only […]

The highly anticipated Tesla Semi gears up for its official arrival in 2026

Following the release of Tesla’s third-quarter 2025 financial results, the company confirmed that the Tesla Semi is getting closer to its official debut. One of the most anticipated launches in the electric transport industry is the Tesla Semi, the fully electric Class 8 truck developed by Tesla. Originally announced in 2017, its debut has faced […]

Understanding the English Language Proficiency regulations in the trucking industry

The industry is experiencing changes related to English Language Proficiency evaluations for commercial drivers, let’s understand the current legislation governing this matter. English language proficiency ranked among the ten main concerns of the trucking industry in 2025, according to a study published by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). This issue has gained greater relevance […]

Top 10 key issues in the trucking industry for 2025

The American Transportation Research Institute released its annual report on the key issues facing the trucking industry. On October 26, the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released its annual report on the key issues facing the trucking industry. In its 21st edition, ATRI identifies the most important challenges for the transportation sector through surveys of […]

OOIDA urges Congress to strengthen training and oversight of commercial drivers

The OOIDA expressed its concern over compliance with safety regulations in a letter sent on to leaders of the U.S. Congress. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) expressed its concern over compliance with safety regulations in a letter sent on October 20 to leaders of the U.S. Congress. In the message, OOIDA urged lawmakers to […]

Truck drivers rank the states with the worst roads in the U.S.

According to truck drivers’ opinions in a survey by Overdrive, these are the states with the worst roads in the United States. The digital platform Overdrive conducted a survey in early spring 2025 to gather truck drivers’ opinions about state Departments of Transportation and their management of infrastructure. The survey collected feedback on the current […]

Details emerge on 25% tariffs affecting heavy-duty truck

The tariffs scheduled to take effect on November 1, recently had several aspects of their implementation clarified. The Trump administration announced a few weeks ago the implementation of 25% tariffs on heavy truck imports under Section 232. These tariffs were scheduled to take effect on November 1 and would apply to all imports of heavy […]

Expansion project in Florida will add 100 truck parking spaces

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced new infrastructure projects that will take place in the central part of the state. An expansion project in Florida will add 100 truck parking spaces and 17 miles of express lanes on Interstate 4. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced new infrastructure projects that will take place in the […]

In brief: new CDL law, ELD ban, and truck recalls

New CDL legislation to enforce English-only testing nationwide, FMCSA revokes five ELDs and the NHTSA announces major Mack recall. Safe Commercial Driver’s License Act of 2025 A bill was introduced this week by a group of lawmakers with the purpose of strengthening regulations related to the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), requiring stricter penalties for states […]