Trucker struck and killed by own trailer while checking rig
A truck driver was struck and killed by his own trailer on I-80 near Rock Springs, Wyoming after his co-driver moved the rig while he was outside checking a mechanical issue.
Troopers ride in big rigs to catch reckless drivers
Indiana State Police teamed up with truckers for a one-day crackdown by riding in semis to spot reckless drivers and help keep roads safe.
Stolen semi-truck traced by Red Bull can fingerprint
A stolen Freightliner semi and trailer in Laredo, Texas was tracked by GPS, leading police to identify a suspect through fingerprints found on a discarded Red Bull can.
Truckers worry as illegal drivers take loads at lower rates
Truckers are raising concerns as illegal drivers with questionable paperwork take loads at lower rates, making it harder for family-owned trucking businesses to compete.
Police warn truckers about new fake equipment company scam
Police in Garden City, Idaho warned truckers about a fake company using a phony address and website to scam people out of $10,000 for semi trucks and equipment.
Truck driver dies after electrocution during Illinois farm unloading accident
A truck driver died after being electrocuted by downed power lines while helping unload grain at a farm in McHenry County, Illinois.
Semi gets stuck making u-turn at dead-end suburban street
A semi truck got stuck while attempting a u-turn at a dead-end suburban street, damaging a fence and yard but causing no injuries.
Lab monkeys escape after semi overturns, no injuries reported
A semi hauling lab monkeys overturned on I-59 near Heidelberg, Mississippi, letting several animals escape onto the highway, but no injuries were reported.
Feds threaten to cut California funds over CDL issues
Federal officials threatened to pull $160 million in highway funds from California, claiming the state gave CDLs to thousands who don't meet new federal requirements after fatal crashes involving noncitizen drivers.
Elder Logistics shuts down after years of tough freight market
Elder Logistics, a family-owned trucking company from Washington, closed down after struggling for three years with one of the toughest freight markets in recent memory.
FMCSA removes PHOENIX ELD, truckers must switch devices
FMCSA removed the PHOENIX ELD from its approved list, so truckers using it must switch to a different device or use paper logs by December 22, 2025.
School bus driver steps in to help unresponsive trucker
A Donna, Texas school bus driver helped save a trucker who was found unresponsive in his stopped semi at an intersection early in the morning.
Thousands of trucks pulled off road during brake inspections
Thousands of trucks and buses were taken off the road across North America during this year’s Brake Safety Week after nearly 15% of inspected vehicles were found with serious brake issues.
DUI charges filed after fatal semi truck pile-up in California
DUI and manslaughter charges were filed against a semi truck driver after a fatal pile-up in Ontario, California, that left three dead and several others hurt.
Woman killed after semi strikes line of vehicles near Bozeman
A Bozeman woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-90 after a semi reportedly hit slowing traffic during road construction, with no other serious injuries reported.
Officials call for tougher penalties after latest bridge strike
Officials in Washington are pushing for stricter penalties after a semi truck hit the Bullfrog Road bridge on I-90 near Cle Elum, forcing the bridge to be torn down and rebuilt.
Driver with questionable CDL history linked to deadly U-turn crash
A trucker with a questionable CDL background was linked to a fatal illegal U-turn crash in Fort Pierce, Florida, sparking legal battles over state and federal licensing oversight.
Smoking trailer loaded with chemicals shuts down Texas truck stop
A smoking trailer full of sulfur and carbon forced an evacuation at a Texas truck stop, shutting down Highway 62 until firefighters made the area safe.
Congress considers nationwide English test for CDL truck drivers
Congress is debating a bill that would require all states to give the same English language test to CDL applicants after recent crashes involving drivers who did not meet language rules.
Trucker without valid CDL causes deadly Indiana highway crash
A semi truck driver without a valid CDL caused a deadly crash on US Highway 20 in Indiana, leading to one death and raising questions about trucking company oversight.


























