Trucking News

Hours of Service Revision Challenged by GOP Congressman

Some GOP Congressmen are calling for the FMCSA to put their money where their mouth is regarding the new HOS Rules.

Highway Heroes: Truckers Deliver Safety

Before they knew it, a couple traveling with a group of newborn puppies were in flaming danger, then danger of freezing. Thanks to truckers, they're all alive.

Driver Shortages Force Carriers To Revise Salary Caps

Industry researchers and carriers are almost in complete agreement that truck driver salaries need to rise in order to get more qualified drivers back to work.

DOT Secretary Ray LaHood’s Son Sam Detained in Egypt

Sam LaHood of the International Republican Institute, a pro-democracy group stationed in Egypt and son of Dept. of Transportation Ray LaHood, has been detained and prevented from leaving the country.

4 Million Miles Without an Accident

Ron Sowder has gone farther and longer than any other truck driver for UPS. This week the company honored him as the safest truck driver in North America.

Entrepreneurial Woman Keeps Truckers Safe & Rolling

A Canadian woman created a business to help truckers stay safe and keep their trucks on the road. She loves truckers and her job. Read more about her.

The Pre-Trip Report | Jan. 24 – 29

Get your transportation and trucking news review here each week, at home or on the go.

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!

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