Trucking News
Commuters Need to Know I’m Driving a Bomb
What puts a fuel truck driver on edge? It's pretty common.
2011 Featured Peak Levels of Cargo Theft
The crime of cargo theft is on the rise which is bad news for long haul truckers. They seem to be targeting lower value freight, however.
Tree Crushes Semi, Driver Miraculously Survives
Have a look at a pic of an impact between a semi truck and a large Oregon tree. Close call!
Truck Driver Robbers Pursued in Alabama
Police are asking for help and tips while they pursue a team of robbers who target off-duty truckers in Alabama.
Distracted Driving Fines Increase In Europe
Europe traffic officials have had enough of the dangers of distracted truck drivers. The new fines are stiff!
Missouri Lawmakers Considering Tolls for I-70
Upgrading I-70 across Missouri has been a problem that has plagued state lawmakers for years. They finally decide levying tolls on travelers may be the answer. Is it?
Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan. 16 – 23
This week's Energy Information Administration's on-highway diesel fuel price index.
Trucker Group Against Ohio Speed Increase
Since semi truck safety issues are currently in the national spotlight, the Ohio Trucking Association has declined to support a speed increase that could help truckers cover more distance during hours of service.
Driving Safe in Winter Weather
For most of the country it's been a mild winter, but trucks cover every square inch of North America. Here's how to stay safe in the cold no matter where you're headed.
Crime Fighting Trucker Helps Nab Dangerous Driver
A Toronto truck driver took over pursuit of a dangerous driver that rammed a police cruiser off the road. Read the account...
Heated Situation, Cool Head
A trucker keeps calm as a mentally unstable man threatens him with a bomb.
Trucker Killed, Family of 3 Teeter From Bridge – A Daring Rescue
Read about a dangerous crash and a daring rescue in southern California, after a truck driver lost control of his semi.