Trucking News
How About Driving For Less Than Minimum Wage?
31 drivers were working for less than minimum wage. The U.S. government sued the company, on behalf of the drivers, but did they get the drivers what they deserve?
TWIC Card Program May be DOA
Transportation Worker Identification Credential managed by the Dept. of Homeland Security is in place, but does it work? Do we have enough money to fund it going forward?
The FMCSA MAY Be Offering Flexibility to Sleeper Berth Rule
At the Mid-America Trucking Show, FMCSA administrator, Anne Ferro challenged carriers to develop a pilot program for the current sleeper berth regulation. Will the proposal change the current hours of service ruling?
Man Who Took 100 Truckers For a Ride Gets Jail Sentence
A California man conned more than 100 truckers. Did he get what he deserves?
Truckers Need Respect They Already Earned, Says WIT
Feeling long on hours, but short on respect? WIT's Joyce Brenny knows what you're feeling and wants more people to know about it.
TCA Chairman Gary Salisbury’s Parting Advice: Say ‘Yes’
Truckload Carriers of America's incumbent chairman, Gary Salisbury, tells delegates trucking industry must become an industry of 'yes.'
MPCA Offers Loan That Will Help Drivers Save $5,000 a Year
The high cost of diesel fuel, drivers are looking for ways to save money. The MPCA is offering a loan that could held drivers save thousands.
Heavy Truck Ban on Some New England Roads
Spring brings warmer weather and earlier than expected road closures in New England. Find out if any of the areas you're traveling in are affected.
FMCSA Releases Planned Improvements to SMS
The FMCSA released planned "improvements" to the SMS. Are they moving in the right direction? Find out what improvements were made.
Speedco Holding Event for Joplin Tornado Victims
CDL Life will be headed down to Joplin, Missouri to participate in the "All Roads Lead to Joplin" benefit in May. Are you?
In This Oil Boomtown, Workers With No Experience Are Making $120,000 A Year
In this job, entry level workers are making more than $120,000 per year. Is it worth it? You decide.
FMCSA Officials Get Schooled at MATS
Officials from the FMCSA opened the floor to questions and concerns from truck drivers during their presentation at MATS. It was, uhhh "lively."