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FMCSA has completed pre-testing for two Hours of Service pilot programs that will expand in 2027 to study more flexible sleeper berth and duty period options for commercial drivers.
  • Dane Fullow
  • Posted by Dane Fullow
September 2, 2026
4 min read

FMCSA Prepares Hours of Service Pilot Programs for Expanded Driver Testing in 2027

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has completed the initial testing...

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Learn the differences between reefer and dry van trailers, including freight types, equipment, operating costs, and what drivers should consider before choosing either operation.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
August 24, 2026
6 min read

Reefer vs. Dry Van: Understanding the Differences Before You Choose a Trailer

For someone new to trucking, a reefer trailer and a dry van...

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Learn how new truck drivers can choose the right commercial truck insurance by comparing policies, understanding underwriting, reviewing exclusions, and asking the right questions before buying.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
August 20, 2026
7 min read

How New Truck Drivers Can Choose the Right Commercial Truck Insurance

Buying commercial truck insurance is one of the first major business decisions...

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Learn practical lessons that can help new truck drivers build confidence, develop good habits, and make the most of their first year behind the wheel.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
August 19, 2026
5 min read

The First Year Behind the Wheel Shapes the Rest of Your Trucking Career

The first year of trucking has a way of teaching lessons that...

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Kenworth, Fastport, and Hiring Our Heroes have announced the 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award honoring military veterans in trucking
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
August 11, 2026
4 min read

Kenworth Announces 11 Semi-Finalists for 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award

Kenworth, Fastport and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes...

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Learn how long semi truck batteries typically last, what shortens battery life, common warning signs, and maintenance practices that help prevent unexpected breakdowns.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
July 31, 2026
6 min read

How Long Does a Semi Truck Battery Last? Signs It's Time for a Replacement

Most semi truck batteries remain reliable for three to five years, but...

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Learn what driver scorecards are, what they measure, where the data comes from, and how trucking companies use them to evaluate safety and performance.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
July 28, 2026
5 min read

Understanding Driver Scorecards and How Trucking Companies Use Them

Driver scorecards are performance reports used by many trucking companies to measure...

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Discover five destinations truck drivers pass every week but rarely get to experience, with practical ideas for making the most of a delivery, layover, or 34-hour restart.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
July 27, 2026
8 min read

Five Scenic Destinations Every Truck Driver Should Visit After a Delivery

Every truck driver has a stretch of highway that feels familiar. You...

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truck driver pay, CPM, driver compensation, trucking careers, guaranteed pay, detention pay, trucking jobs, CDL drivers
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
July 14, 2026
7 min read

Why Two Truck Driving Jobs with the Same CPM Can Produce Very Different Annual Pay

A mileage rate is often the first number drivers notice when comparing...

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Learn about expenses new company drivers often overlook, including orientation costs, CDL renewals, medical certification, paid parking, work gear, and breakdown-related expenses.
  • admin
  • Posted by admin
June 19, 2026
8 min read

Expenses New Company Truck Drivers Often Overlook

Most company drivers expect the carrier to cover the highest costs of...

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