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Learn how truck drivers can prepare for their first heavy haul load by understanding permits, route planning, escort vehicles, cargo securement, equipment inspections, and trip preparation
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June 15, 2026

How Truck Drivers Can Prepare for Their First Heavy Haul Load

Most drivers can remember a load that made them pay a little...

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The National Private Truck Council recognized multiple fleets for strong safety performance and crash reduction achievements through its annual Fleet Safety Awards program.
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June 15, 2026

Private Fleets Recognized for Strong Safety Performance in Annual NPTC Awards

Several private fleets were recently honored by the National Private Truck Council...

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Samsara is launching the Driver Cup, a nationwide competition recognizing professional drivers for safety consistency, HOS compliance, and fuel efficiency.
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May 19, 2026

Samsara Launches Driver Cup to Reward Safe, Compliant, And Fuel-Efficient Drivers

Samsara is launching a nationwide driver competition that will recognize professional drivers...

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Truck drivers share their best advice for new drivers, covering safety, backing, defensive driving, patience, and life on the road.
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May 15, 2026

Experienced Truck Drivers Share Their Best Advice for New Drivers on the Road

Every new truck driver hears advice during CDL school, orientation, and the...

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Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund awards $130K to Truckers Against Trafficking as part of a $1.13M grant round supporting safety and workforce initiatives.
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May 6, 2026

Bridgestone Grant Sends $130K to Truckers Against Trafficking as Part of $1.13M Funding Round.

Truck drivers and carriers are seeing continued investment in anti-trafficking efforts, with...

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TCA’s 2026 Safety and Security Meeting and NATMI meeting will cover enforcement, cargo security, compliance reviews, and safety leadership in Oklahoma City.
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May 1, 2026

TCA Safety and NATMI Meetings Set for June in Oklahoma City

Truckload Carriers Association will hold its 2026 Safety and Security Meeting June...

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Truck driver Scott Miller was named Highway Angel after helping injured passengers during a bus crash near Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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April 29, 2026

Truck Driver Named Highway Angel After Helping Dozens Injured in Wisconsin Bus Crash

A routine trip turned into an emergency response when a truck operator...

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Kansas Driver of the Year logs 4.5 million safe miles over 45 years with recognition from the Kansas Motor Carriers Association.
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April 28, 2026

Kansas Driver Logs 4.5 Million Safe Miles and Earns Statewide Recognition

A truck driver with 45 years of experience and 4.5 million safe...

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TravelCenters of America honors two drivers with the 2026 Citizen Driver award, recognizing millions of safe miles, mentorship, and leadership across the trucking industry.
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April 15, 2026

TA Honors Two Drivers for Safety, Mentorship, and Long Haul Leadership

TravelCenters of America (TA) has named two professional drivers as 2026 Citizen...

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FMCSA seeks driver input for a new truck parking study as federal efforts continue to address ongoing nationwide parking shortages.
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April 14, 2026

Federal Push to Address Truck Parking Shortage Turns to Driver Input

The truck parking shortage continues to drag on across the country, and...

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