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When celebrity chef Guy Fieri and rock legend Sammy Hagar announced that two trucks carrying over 24,000 bottles of their Santo Tequila had been hijacked in Laredo, Texas, it made headlines not just because of their fame but because it spotlighted a growing crisis in the freight industry: double brokering freight theft. The $1 million loss was more than a blow to their business; it was a stark illustration of a systemic vulnerability that affects countless companies and consumers alike.

Backing a semi-truck into a dock can be a challenging task for drivers. With proper techniques and a little bit of practice, it can be done safely and efficiently. In this article we will cover the steps for proper backing into a dock.

With Donald Trump winning the 2024 U.S. presidential election and the Republican Party securing control of both the House and Senate, the trucking industry stands at the cusp of significant changes. Reflecting on Trump's first term, businesses can anticipate policies that emphasize deregulation, infrastructure investment, and adjustments in trade through tariffs—all of which could profoundly impact freight and logistics.

As winter approaches, OTR truckers face unique challenges that come with harsh weather conditions. From icy roads to freezing temperatures, navigating the colder months requires preparation, vigilance, and resilience. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to prepare for winter to ensure safety, efficiency, and comfort during your hauls.

There are a wide range of different benefits that come along with being a truck driver – but there are also a number of potential obstacles, too. In addition to the amount of time that you’re spending away from your friends and family members, living a healthy lifestyle is often something that people who are new to the profession see as an uphill battle.

Truckers have spoken again, and they’ve named truck parking as their greatest burden, the stone they carry day after day, mile after mile. The annual survey from the American Transportation Research Institute, released at the American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference, tells the same tale it has for years. Truck parking, or the lack of it, is the number one issue that gnaws at the bones of drivers.

The trucking industry in the United States is facing a significant challenge. With stricter regulations being enforced through the FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, thousands of commercial drivers may find themselves at risk of having their Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) downgraded. This article will explore the Clearinghouse rules, the upcoming changes, and the potential impact on drivers across the country.

The EPA’s goal to cut greenhouse gases and air pollution in the trucking industry is well-intentioned, but the current regulations are flawed and likely to face significant challenges in implementation and impact. In this article, we explore why the EPA’s commercial truck regulations are misguided and how they may fail to deliver on their promises.