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Explosive study reports 300,000 truckers would be out of a job if FMCSA mandates hair testing

A new study released by University of Central Arkansas (UCA) in Conway reports that if the FMCSA mandates hair follicle testing, nearly 300,000 truck...

Mega-carrier agrees to $37 million settlement in lease-to-own suit

C.R. England Inc. recently announced that they have agreed to pay out nearly $38 million to a group of truck drivers who say that they were misled into entering into a lease-to-own program with financial terms that made it tough for them to succeed.

Amazon’s new freight brokerage platform is reportedly undercutting prices by up to 33%

Amazon has released a trial version of its new digital freight brokerage platform that is threatening to turn the trucking industry on its head.

Federal judge delivers serious setback in fight against truck-only tolls

This week, a federal judge dismissed a trucking industry lawsuit meant to push back against Rhode Island's controversial truck-only tolling program.

7 easy tips for saving money when you eat out

Most truck drivers eat out A LOT -- and the cost of all of those dinners can really start to add up over time. That's why we thought we'd bring you a few tips to help you keep your restaurant meal budget under control. 

VIDEO: The “driver shortage” explained as a driver turnover, pay problem

Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association President Todd Spencer appeared on Fox Business to set the record straight about the American "truck driver shortage."

Pilot Flying J to offer free mid-trip inspections to help drivers prep for Roadcheck

Starting now, Pilot Flying J will be offering truck drivers mid-trip inspections free of charge as a way of helping drivers and carriers prep for the CVSA's Roadcheck 2018.

Utah bill would require human trafficking training for CDL renewal

Utah is the latest state to look at ways to help stop the trafficking of humans by enlisting the help of the trucking industry. Human...

Heavy Vehicle Use Tax: Who Has To File? And When?

The time for filing Form 2290 and paying the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) is coming up soon! Here's what you need to know...

Celadon Stocks Tumble As Lawsuits Alleging Financial Cover-Ups Pile Up

Celadon shares have fallen to almost an all time low today as the company comes under increased scrutiny for allegedly issuing misleading financial statements about its...

Garbage Truck Drivers Bring In Six Figure Salaries

"I make more money than someone who went to college," says New York City garbage truck driver Tony Sankar. Garbage Truck Workers Rake In $100,000...

Raimondo Signs Truck-Only Toll Bill Into Law

In a whirlwind of legislative activity, Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo signed her controversial truck-only toll bill into law last night. After 8 Month Debate,...

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