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Learn practical lessons that can help new truck drivers build confidence, develop good habits, and make the most of their first year behind the wheel.

August 19, 2026

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The First Year Behind the Wheel Shapes the Rest of Your Trucking Career

The first year of trucking has a way of teaching lessons that CDL school can’t. You’ll figure out where you like to fuel, which ...

Forty-five professional truck drivers have advanced to the championship finals at the 2026 National Truck Driving and Step Van Driving Championships in Pittsburgh.

August 19, 2026

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45 Drivers Advance to Championship Finals at 2026 NTDC

The field is set for the final round of the 2026 National Truck Driving and Step Van Driving Championships (NTDC), with 45 professional drivers ...

A new study ranks the U.S. cities with the highest road rage risk, highlighting Houston, Los Angeles, Chicago, Nashville, and Miami while examining the factors behind aggressive driving.

August 19, 2026

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New Study Highlights U.S. Cities Where Road Rage Risks Are Highest

National traffic fatalities have shown signs of improving, but a new study suggests drivers in some metropolitan areas continue to face a much greater ...

Learn practical driving tips that help truck drivers prepare for severe weather, make better decisions on the road, and stay safe when conditions change unexpectedly.

August 18, 2026

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Driving Tips for Truck Drivers During Severe Weather

Most truck drivers will encounter severe weather sooner or later. Thunderstorms can reduce visibility within minutes, high winds can make an empty trailer feel ...

Looking for something new to listen to on the road? Check out 10 podcasts truck drivers should add to their playlist, from trucking news and freight markets to history and interviews.

August 18, 2026

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Six Trucking Podcasts Worth Listening to on Your Next Haul

Long hours behind the wheel can make even the best playlist feel repetitive. That’s one reason podcasts have become a favorite companion for many ...

The Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy is searching for a new venue after its longtime Pennsylvania host announced it will no longer accommodate outside events.

August 18, 2026

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Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy Searching for New Home After Venue Change

One of the trucking industry’s most recognizable charity events is searching for a new place to call home. Organizers of the Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day ...

Iowa truck driver Orrin Asmus, 94, is seeking Guinness World Records recognition as the world's oldest active semi-truck driver after nearly 77 years behind the wheel.

August 18, 2026

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Iowa Truck Driver Seeks Guinness World Record After Nearly 77 Years Behind the Wheel

Few people spend an entire lifetime behind the wheel of a truck, but for Iowa driver Orrin Asmus, trucking has been more than a ...

Sitting behind the wheel for hours can leave truck drivers feeling stiff. Learn five simple stretches that can help loosen tight hips, shoulders, legs, and back before getting back on the road.

August 17, 2026

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5 Stretches Every Truck Driver Should Know After a Long Day Behind the Wheel

There comes a point during a long driving day when your body lets you know it’s been sitting long enough. Maybe it’s the first ...

Truck Drivers USA asked drivers what recently made them proud to be truckers. Their responses highlight safety, professional skill, family, and the moments that make the career rewarding.

August 17, 2026

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What Makes Truck Drivers Proud? Drivers Share the Moments That Matter Most

Pride in trucking doesn’t always come from awards, paychecks or million-mile milestones. Sometimes it’s a child asking for an air horn, a difficult backing ...

Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks are rolling out updated DEF software that gives drivers more time to repair emissions system issues before engine derates and speed restrictions take effect.

August 17, 2026

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Volvo, Mack Expand DEF Software Updates for Heavy-Duty Trucks

Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks have announced updated diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) inducement software designed to give fleets and drivers more time ...