Traffic Congestion Costs Truck Drivers $27 Billion A Year
Find out how much it costs truck drivers for every hour spent waiting in traffic, and find out which cities cost drivers the most.
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Road Dog Network Creates Petition to Change HOS Law
If you could help change the HOS provisions in the new Fair Labor Standards Act by signing a petition, would you do it?
First Look: House of Cards, the Netflix Original Series
House of Cards, the new original series from Netflix, accurately imitates Washington by promising a lot and delivering only some.
Wisconsin Rep Added to Highways and Transit Subcommittee
A Wisconsin Republican is now a key player in the 2013 Surface Transportation Bill.
House Approves $2B for Highways Destroyed by Sandy
House lawmakers pass nearly-unanimous spending bill for storm relief. It goes to the Senate next week for final approval.
Feds Suggest Mileage Fees for Trucks to Fund Highways
Citing a 12 year old study, the Fed says trucks pay less in taxes than the cost of the damage they inflict. Read what else is in store.
Study: Digital Billboards Hazard to Truck Drivers
Studies are finding that digital billboards are doing their jobs a little too well, and that has some industry leaders worried about their drivers.
FMCSA Proposes Truck Driver Opinion Survey for EOBRs
The FMCSA wants to know what truck drivers and carriers think about EOBRs and if they feel harassed or exposed while using them.
The Bulldog Delivers the Bark to the Capitol
The State Capitol received an important load yesterday from one of America’s trucking favorites.
Lindsay Lawler to Perform at Capitol Christmas Tree Gala
Someone familiar to truck drivers will be given an honorable duty in Washington D.C. this week.
Mack Trucks Helps U.S. Forestry Service with Job Training
While Ben Nighthorse Campbell continued his drive to Washington D.C. hauling the Presidential Tree, he helped some community college students experience trucking.
Who Bought Your Politician? An Interactive Widget
Ever wonder just how much money goes through Washington during elections? Would you like to see who moves it?
Industry Opinions: Some Reg’s Just Need to be Broken
A trucking industry commentator fires off some choice words about the pitfalls of over-regulation.
Trucking Company Earns Award Nomination for Military Hire Program
One of the nation’s largest carriers was nominated for a distinctive honor this week from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
ATA Rejects Lawsuit by Public Citizen Group Over HOS Data
Truck driver advocacy group Public Citizen experienced a legal setback this week in their case against the ATA and the FMCSA.
Mack Unveils 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree Delivery Truck
The Bulldog barks some holiday cheer into the fall air. See the truck inside.
Armed Forces Truck Driver Bill Passes Senate Vote
Legislation could soon ease the process for former military troops to obtain their commercial driver’s licenses when they leave the service and are back home.
DHS Committed to Cross Canadian Commerce Plan
The Department of Homeland Security is renewing efforts to build cross-border business with Canada. Should trucking companies be happy about the proposal?
US Trucker Detained in Mexico on Ammo Smuggling Charged
Jabin Bogan, 27, of Dallas, is confined to the Villa Aldama federal prison in the state of Veracruz and could face up to 35 years in prison, and it may all be due to a simple mistake.
Video: Man Saves Children From Vicious Dogs
Hero positions himself between two vicious dogs and the children the dogs were trying to attack. Warning: this video contains graphic images.
New Info On US Trucker Detained in Mexico for Smuggling
Mexican authorities say a cross-border trucker has been detained on charges of transporting unauthorized ammunition. His carrier company and officials at the ATF claim it’s a mistake and he should be released immediately.
Apply for $20M EPA Diesel Emissions Grant
The closing date to submit a proposal is coming soon. The EPA is committed to updating emissions standards for all diesel engines.
Roadcheck 2012 is Coming. Are You Ready?
Roadcheck 2012 is quickly approaching. Is your truck ready? Are you ready? Find out the specifics on what inspectors are looking for here.
Second TSA Officer Busted in Drug Sting
A former Transportation Security Administration officer was indicted this week in a painkiller trafficking ring. And he’s not the first to get caught, either…
Third Mexican Carrier Enters Pilot Program
The controversial Mexican Pilot Program from a NAFTA mandate began transporting goods into America on March 30th.
EPA Revising Ethanol Fuel Standards
The Obama administration is loosening Ethanol standards in order to get the “renewable” fuel more readily-accepted by station owners and commuters.
Daimler Recalls Two 2012 Semi Truck Models
If you purchased specific models of Daimler semi trucks, a safety recall has been issued. Find out what trucks and who to contact about servicing.
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