Trucking News
Carrier in Hot Water For Firing Driver Who Refused To Drive While Taking RX Narcotic
A carrier has been ordered to compensate a drive who was fired for refusing to operate a CMV while taking a prescription cough medicine.
DOT Tells Drivers to Just Say No to Legal Pot
This week, the first the first legal sales of marijuana in Colorado took place. Current or prospective drivers should be aware of how the legal use of recreational marijuana will affect their CDL.
FHP Focusing On Move-Law Throughout Month of January
Move over, slow down or face a ticket.
Driver Injured Trying To Keep Rig From Rolling Into Playground
An Australian truck driver was seriously injured yesterday (Thursday) morning around 10:20 a.m. while trying to prevent a runaway rig from crashing through a...
CRST Acquires Cincinnati-Based Short-Haul Carrier
Today, CRST announced it has purchased Cincinnati, Ohio based short-haul carrier BESL Transfer Company.
MICHIGAN I-69: Explosive HAZMAT Accident Closes I-69
UPDATE 2:38PM: It's been confirmed that the driver made it out unharmed. The evacuation notice has been lifted for nearby businesses. Tanker truck driver is OK,...
Kentucky, Ohio Announce Plans For Brent Spence Bridge
According to the funding report, the $3.57 billion project will be almost entirely funded by tolls. The report states that $3.3 billion would be paid by by toll revenue.
Driver And His Dog Escape Crash Into Icy Lake
This commercial truck driver and his dog were luckily able to escape without serious injuries after this scary plunge into an Oregon lake! Truck driver,...
WIT Now Seeking Nominations For Influential Women in Trucking Award
Today, the Women in Trucking Association, in partnership with the Navistar International Corporation, announced they're seeking candidates of the 2014 Influential Women in Trucking award.
VIDEO: North Dakota Train Car Derails And Explodes
A huge explosion occurred near Casselton, North Dakota this afternoon around 2:10 p.m., due to the derailment of a BNSF freight train that is believed to have been carrying crude oil.
Earthquakes, Heavy Rain Cause Mexican Scenic Highway to Collapse
A scenic highway in Mexico collapsed following days of heavy rain and a series of small earthquakes.
New Hampshire Toughens Texting and Driving Law For Truckers
Get caught texting while driving a CMV in New Hampshire and you risk losing your license.