Trucking News

A 16-year-old Missouri girl is being charged with manslaughter for doing what more than 52% of Americans admit to doing each day. It could happen to you.

Minnesota trucker came face-to-face with a tornado in Iowa. It's a driver's nightmare.

A photo contest, that represents the transportation industry, is open to the general public. Find out who can submit their photos and what the prizes are.

The ATA released its annual edition of American Trucking Trends for 2012. How much gasoline did trucks use last year? What is the percentage of women and minority truckers? Find out here.

The Department of Transportation in Missouri has created a new program designed to alert young drivers to the hazards of distraction when driving near semi trucks.

Sadly, veterans have a high rate of unemployment. Trucking companies are stepping up and offering jobs for veterans. This Missouri company is offering jobs and apprenticeships for veterans.

Kansas City artist Asheer Akram's photo essay of colorful and beautiful trucks in Pakistan, as well as a full length interview with Akram. Check it out.

A former Transportation Security Administration officer was indicted this week in a painkiller trafficking ring. And he's not the first to get caught, either...

Attendees at this year's MATS were invited to drill holes into a Goodyear DuraSeal tire. The tire was punctured with 367 nails and still retained its pressure. Find out more about the tire and its limitations.

Today marks the end of NASA's shuttle program. The shuttle Discovery took flight for its final mission, heading to its final resting place at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington.

Rhode Island and Tennessee may be imposing a ban on unrestrained pets. Find out the states are in the legislation process.

The MTA is the latest professional transportation group to join the fight against the human trafficking trade in North America. Find out how you can help too!