Tag: Highway Safety

Report Says NHTSA “Too Troubled” To Do Its Job

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was blasted in a new report released today by the Transportation Department, which said that the agency's poor management and lack of trained staff members has had deadly consequences on the highway.

NHTSA Mandates Electronic Stability Contol Systems For Trucks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finalized a rule yesterday (June 3) that will require all heavy to trucks to have electronic stability control systems to...

PHOTO: Don’t Pull Out In Front Of Big Trucks

An important reminder to motorists: Don't pull out in front of big trucks.

Mack Launches Breakthrough Suspension For Select Models

Mack trucks announces a suspension system that they claim is the toughest and most stable on the market.

Utah May Increase Freeway Speed Limits

Utah lawmakers are considering making freeway speeds higher for 4 wheelers which may make things more difficult for truck drivers soon.

TxDOT Eases Tolls on Austin Bypass to Reduce Congestion

TxDOT is giving truck drivers a bit of a break on throughway tolls near Austin. Find out how long it will last inside.

Super Bowl Forcing Road Closures All Week

If your route takes you through New Orleans this weekend, you might want to reconsider. Here's a quick list of closures.

Virginia Attorney General Helps Trucker Put Out Fire

We're not sure, but we believe this is the first example on record where a politician actually helped a truck driver. More news at 11...

Truck Driver Saves Man From Burning Car

A Tennessee truck driver answered the call when no other motorist would. Read about his incredible story inside.

CA Hwy 91 Closed for Development Jan. 28- 30th

Heads up truck drivers! California Highway 91 is doing some construction on Jan. 28th through 30th. Be sure you route around!

Freight Theft a Continuing Problem for Truckers

Freight theft is down slightly from the industry high of 2011. Shocking fact? Six states count for nearly 80 percent of all freight theft cases.

What Truck Drivers Should Do After an Accident

Do you know what to do after an accident with your truck? A quick checklist.

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