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Construction has begun on a Wyoming DOT project that will add 365 truck parking spaces along Interstate 80 near Evanston, with work scheduled through 2028.

July 24, 2026

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Wyoming Begins Construction on 365 New Truck Parking Spaces Along Interstate 80

Truck drivers traveling through southwest Wyoming will see construction activity over the next several months as the Wyoming Department of Transportation begins work on ...

Learn how cargo securement requirements change based on freight type, including dry van freight, flatbed loads, steel coils, heavy equipment, refrigerated freight, and more.

July 23, 2026

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How Cargo Securement Requirements Change Based on Freight Type

Cargo securement is one of the most important responsibilities a truck driver has before leaving a shipper. While the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ...

Truck drivers share the rookie mistakes they learned the hard way, from trailer hookups and trip planning to weather, routing, and load management.

July 23, 2026

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The Rookie Mistakes Truck Drivers Say They Learned the Hard Way

Most truck drivers can name at least one early mistake that changed how they work. The details vary, but the lessons usually come back ...

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has released the top 10 commercial vehicle violations identified during June inspections, with brake issues, inspection records, and registration violations leading the list.

July 23, 2026

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Oklahoma Highway Patrol Highlights Top Commercial Vehicle Violations Found During June Inspections

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has released the most common violations identified during commercial motor vehicle inspections conducted in June, providing a snapshot of the ...

Volvo Trucks North America and PACCAR have announced recalls affecting more than 3,800 Volvo, Peterbilt, and Kenworth commercial trucks and tractors due to steering and brake-related safety concerns.

July 23, 2026

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Volvo, Peterbilt, and Kenworth Recalls Affect More Than 3,800 Commercial Trucks

Thousands of commercial trucks and tractors are included in two newly announced recalls from Volvo Trucks North America and PACCAR after safety issues were ...

Learn what happens behind the scenes when an interstate closes, from dispatch decisions and truck detours to the supply chain effects that continue after traffic begins moving again.

July 22, 2026

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How Interstate Closures Affect Freight Beyond the Traffic Backup

An interstate closure doesn’t automatically send every truck onto the nearest detour. Before a carrier changes a route, someone has to decide whether rerouting ...

Learn why truck routes sometimes close before wildfire flames reach the roadway and how smoke, emergency operations, and infrastructure inspections influence reopening decisions.

July 22, 2026

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Why Smoke Can Shut Down a Truck Route Before You Ever See a Wildfire

A highway closure during wildfire season can catch truck drivers off guard. Traffic comes to a stop, the road ahead looks normal, and there ...

Texas has opened its first mechanical runaway truck ramp in El Paso, giving commercial drivers a new emergency escape option on westbound Loop 375 near I-10.

July 22, 2026

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Texas Opens First Mechanical Runaway Truck Ramp in El Paso

Texas has added a new safety feature for commercial drivers traveling through El Paso with the opening of the state’s first mechanical runaway truck ...

Wisconsin State Patrol completed its sixth annual Trooper in a Truck campaign, using semi trucks and buses to identify unsafe driving near commercial vehicles.

July 22, 2026

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Wisconsin Trooper in a Truck Campaign Targeted Unsafe Driving Near Commercial Vehicles

Wisconsin State Patrol troopers rode alongside professional drivers from July 13 through July 17 as part of the state’s sixth annual Trooper in a ...

Learn how commercial truck tire chain laws differ by state, including where drivers must carry chains, where chain controls are used, and what to know before traveling through winter conditions.

July 21, 2026

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A State-by-State Guide to Commercial Truck Tire Chain Laws

Winter weather can change road conditions quickly, especially on mountain highways where snow, ice, and steep grades create additional challenges for commercial vehicles. While ...