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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 ...

A New York State Police commercial vehicle enforcement campaign resulted in 966 violations, 126 out-of-service vehicles, and renewed warnings about over-height trucks and bridge strikes.

August 17, 2026

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NYSP Inspection Campaign Finds More Than 900 Commercial Vehicle Violations

A targeted commercial vehicle enforcement campaign conducted by the New York State Police resulted in nearly 1,000 violations and more than 100 trucks being ...

Learn what happens after a truck uses a runaway truck ramp, including towing, emergency response, recovery, possible costs, and how escape ramps work across the United States.

August 13, 2026

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Runaway Truck Ramps Across the U.S.: What Happens After You Use One?

Runaway truck ramps are designed for one purpose: stopping an out-of-control vehicle before it reaches traffic, sharp curves, or populated areas. While most drivers ...

Learn where Jake brake and engine brake restrictions apply, including laws in Delaware, Washington, Montana, Connecticut, and Colorado, plus local rules truck drivers may encounter across the United States.

August 13, 2026

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Jake Brake Restrictions Truck Drivers Should Know

Engine brakes are an important speed-control tool for truck drivers, particularly on long or steep downgrades, but the rules governing their use can change ...

Wabash is recalling 553 model year 2027 van trailers because the external ABS malfunction indicator light may not be labeled, resulting in noncompliance with FMVSS No. 121.

August 13, 2026

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Wabash Recalls 553 Van Trailers Over Missing ABS Indicator Label

Wabash National Corporation is recalling 553 model year 2027 van trailers because the external antilock braking system (ABS) malfunction indicator light may not be ...

TAT is recognizing professional truck driver Arian Taylor for his efforts to help combat human trafficking and highlighting free training resources available to transportation professionals.

August 12, 2026

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TAT Highlights Truck Driver’s Role in Combating Human Trafficking

TAT (formerly Truckers Against Trafficking) is recognizing professional truck driver Arian Taylor, recipient of the organization’s Harriet Tubman Award, for his efforts to help ...

TechCelerate Now has updated its website with new educational resources, videos, and an enhanced ROI calculator to help motor carriers evaluate advanced truck safety technologies.

August 12, 2026

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TechCelerate Now Updates Website with New Truck Safety Technology Resources

TechCelerate Now (TCN), a government-industry program focused on advanced truck safety technologies, has updated its website with new educational resources, videos, and an enhanced ...

Review the DOT inspection violations most often tied to driver logs, CDL credentials, annual inspection records, lighting, brakes, tires, and cargo securement.

August 11, 2026

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The Most Common DOT Inspection Violations for Truck Drivers

Roadside inspection reports show that some of the most frequently cited violations have little to do with a major mechanical failure. Logbook errors, missing ...

Why don't most semi trucks have front airbags? Federal rules, truck design, and current manufacturer equipment explain why airbags remain inconsistent across Class 8 models.

August 10, 2026

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Why Semi Trucks Don’t Use Airbags Like Passenger Vehicles

Front airbags are required in passenger vehicles, but federal rules do not impose the same requirement across the heavy-duty truck market. Most Class 8 ...

Ohio has relocated its Cuyahoga County Safety Corridor to a 14-mile section of I-480 following significant crash reductions on the previous I-90 enforcement corridor.

August 7, 2026

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Ohio Relocates Cuyahoga County Safety Corridor to I-480 Following Crash Reduction on I-90

Ohio transportation and law enforcement officials are relocating the Cuyahoga County Speed and Seat Belt Safety Corridor to a nearly 14-mile stretch of Interstate ...