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CVSA shares new details on upcoming driver-focused blitz
On Tuesday, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) provided information on an annual operation to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors.
Eye-opening video gives you a lesson on how the U.S. Interstate system works
ver wonder how the U.S. interstates that you drive on every day got their name? This quick and informative video breaks down the "interstate's forgotten code" to show viewers how the roadways were built and named.
PennDOT’s Tier 1 – 5 travel ban system explained
Confused about the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's (PennDOT) vehicle travel restrictions during bad weather? Here's what you need to know.
WSDOT warns of longer road closures, slower response to winter storms due to ‘pandemic staffing issues’
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is warning drivers that their response to winter storms will "will look a little different" this year as lingering pandemic issues have resulted in staffing problems for the agency.
Colorado DOT reminds drivers about I-70 sun glare safety closures
This week, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) issued a reminder to drivers about "sun glare season" triggering early morning safety closures on I-70.
Have questions about California’s chain laws for truck drivers? Here’s what you need to know
As winter approaches and the weather turns chilly, truckers who travel in California often have questions about the state's chain requirements.
Colorado chain law is now in effect — here’s what you need to know
Truckers trekking through some parts of Colorado will need to make sure that they have chains on board in just a couple of weeks.
WYDOT reopens 9 of 10 shuttered rest areas — for now
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) recently reopened several rest areas that have been closed for nearly a year, but they'll be shutting back down at the end of the summer.
What’s the difference between truck driving school and paid CDL training?
Trying to decided between attending a truck driving school or signing up with a trucking company directly might be a challenging decision. Either option has merits and both options will put you on the right track for advancing your career.
VIDEO: Are twisted ratchet straps actually weaker?
A man puts ratchet strap strength myths to the test in this interesting experiment. Some say that a ratchet strap loses 50% of its load...
Here are the 25 deadliest highways in America — ranked
A new report looked at fatality rates on U.S. highways to determine which are the most dangerous for drivers.
How to make more money as a truck driver
Guest posting from Jake Peters of Driveteks There are many positives to being a truck driver, the biggest positive being job security. Drivers have a...