Trucking News

The Pre-Trip Inspection | Jan. 2 – 8

Get a look at some quick, capsulized news stories that concern every truck driver and transportation industry worker each week.

2011’s Story of the Year – REGULATION

It should come as no surprise to anyone in the transportation industry that federal and state regulation has been the top topic for 2011. Review what happened here.

2012 HOS Rule – Shipping Co’s Aren’t Happy

Once again, new regulatory policy out of Washington passes because it looks good on paper, but does it work in real life?

TCA Names 2011 “Highway Angel”

TCA announced and celebrated the recipient of their 2011 Highway Angel award dedicated to a life-saving trucker.

The Pre-Trip Inspection Dec. 19 – 26

News about the trucking and transportation industry condensed into a short format. This week, the FMCSA's hand-held cell ban, fuel tampering lawsuits and more...

The Transportation Industry: It’s F**king Big

We knew the numbers were big, but we didn't know they'd be THIS big. Take a look at an infographic that gives an impression of the size of Transportation.

Reporting Dangerous Drivers

Sometimes truck drivers see something on the road that's just plain unacceptable. We want you to know what you can do to make our roads safer.

Are You Working for an Honorable Carrier?

You get the call from a carrier who has an interesting proposition. Are you able to trust them? Arm yourself with info by getting the carrier's FMCSA rating report online.

America’s Broken Bridges Now Out of Control

The condition of our nation's highways is becoming hazardous. How has it come to this?

INFOGRAPHIC: WalMart Is a Retail Gargantua

Take a look at how truckers may have saved WalMart millions in just days by stepping up in place of rail freight during tense union negotiations.

Dec. 6 Rail Worker Strike Narrowly Averted

Federally appointed negotiators and 12 of the 13 rail worker unions settled disputes mere hours before the Dec. 6th strike was to begin. Who benefited?

Everyday Truckers Who are Heroes

Why do truckers never make the news as working class heroes? Read why this long haul trucker won a prestigious award and a $10,000 prize.

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