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Learn why a commercial truck can be legal at 80,000 pounds and still receive an overweight citation because of axle weight limits and the Federal Bridge Formula.

July 13, 2026

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Why an 80,000-Pound Truck Can Still Get an Overweight Ticket

Ask most people about truck weight limits, and they’ll answer with one number: 80,000 pounds. While that’s the maximum gross vehicle weight allowed on ...

An Illinois State Police hazardous materials enforcement operation resulted in 38 drivers and 61 commercial vehicles being placed out of service after 488 inspections.

July 13, 2026

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Illinois Hazmat Enforcement Detail Places 38 Drivers, 61 Commercial Vehicles Out of Service

A targeted hazardous materials enforcement operation by the Illinois State Police resulted in 38 drivers and 61 commercial vehicles being placed out of service ...

Volvo’s redesigned VNL and VNR Electric have been added to American Truck Simulator, marking the game’s first battery-electric truck model.

July 13, 2026

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Volvo VNL and VNR Electric Added to American Truck Simulator

Volvo Trucks North America has added two of its latest models to American Truck Simulator, giving players access to the redesigned Volvo VNL and ...

Learn how freight damage claims are handled, what investigators review, and how drivers' documentation can affect the outcome of a cargo damage claim.

July 10, 2026

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What to do if Freight is Damaged in Transit: A Truck Driver’s Guide

Most freight damage claims begin with a simple question that doesn’t have a simple answer: When did the damage occur? Finding crushed cartons or ...

Learn what happens after a failed DOT roadside inspection, including out-of-service orders, repair requirements, carrier responsibilities, CSA records, PSP reports, and DataQs.

July 10, 2026

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What Happens After a Failed Roadside Inspection?

A failed roadside inspection can lead to anything from a minor paperwork correction to an out-of-service order that prevents a truck from continuing its ...

CVSA's Operation Safe Driver Week returns July 12-18 with increased enforcement targeting reckless driving and other unsafe driving behaviors.

July 10, 2026

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Reckless Driving to Be Enforcement Focus During Operation Safe Driver Week

Truck drivers can expect increased traffic enforcement across the United States and Canada when the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Operation Safe Driver Week ...

Walmart Transportation's Chris Moore, who has logged more than 3.5 million safe miles, was named Grand Champion at the 2026 Arkansas Trucking Association Truck Driving Championships.

July 10, 2026

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Walmart Driver With 3.5 Million Safe Miles Wins Arkansas Grand Championship

After nearly three decades behind the wheel and more than 3.5 million accident-free miles, Walmart Transportation driver Chris Moore added another accomplishment to his ...

Discover how maintaining a clean driving record can lead to safe driver benefits, stronger job opportunities, lower insurance costs, and long-term career growth for CDL drivers.

July 9, 2026

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Why a Clean Driving Record Pays Off in More Ways Than One

Every professional driver knows the importance of driving safely, but the benefits of a clean driving record often extend well beyond avoiding tickets or ...

Learn what to expect during a DOT physical exam, what to bring to your appointment, how the exam differs from a DOT drug test, and what CDL drivers should know before arriving.

July 9, 2026

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Preparing for Your DOT Physical Exam: What Every CDL Driver Should Know

Whether you’re applying for your first CDL position or renewing your medical certificate, the DOT physical is one appointment every commercial driver should be ...

OOIDA tour truck operator Marty Ellis reflects on transporting The Wall That Heals and why the journey became one of the most meaningful experiences of his trucking career.

July 9, 2026

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OOIDA’s Marty Ellis Says Hauling the Wall That Heals Was Unlike Any Load He’s Ever Moved

Professional truck drivers haul everything from food and fuel to heavy equipment, but every so often a load carries a different kind of responsibility. ...