Trucker escapes unhurt after rig dangles from snowy overpass
A semi-truck dangled over an overpass in Maplewood, Minnesota during a snowstorm, causing traffic to be redirected but resulting in no injuries.
Historic Colorado truck stop fire under investigation, no injuries reported
A historic Colorado truck stop, closed since 2017, caught fire and remains under investigation, with no injuries reported.
Truckers urged to check tires, hours before roadcheck in May
The 2025 International Roadcheck in May will spotlight tire conditions and hours-of-service compliance, emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation to keep truckers safely and efficiently on the road.
Law enforcement blitz issues 137 citations in Colorado
A law enforcement crackdown in Colorado issued 137 citations to truck drivers at multiple checkpoints, focusing on safety, compliance, and impaired driving.
Truck rerouted by bridge damage hits veterans memorial
A semi truck rerouted due to bridge damage hit a veterans memorial in Elizabethton, Tennessee, dragging concrete nearly a mile and highlighting the challenges of alternative routes.
Fiery collision between two semis causes highway fire in Fargo
An early morning collision between two semis on Interstate 29 in Fargo sparked a fire and led to an ongoing investigation by the Highway Patrol.
Oregon trucker sues school for bias in CDL training
A female trucker from Oregon is suing her former trucking school for alleged discrimination and unfair treatment during her CDL training, raising questions about bias in the industry.
Florida seeks trucker feedback on I-75 rest stop upgrades
The Florida Department of Transportation is seeking trucker input on proposed I-75 rest stop upgrades aimed at boosting truck parking and addressing safety concerns.
Interstate 40 at NC/TN border reopens with tighter controls
Traffic is moving again on I-40 near the NC/TN border after repairs, but drivers face a reduced speed limit and limited lane access.
Volvo truck plant in Virginia to lay off 250 workers
The Volvo truck plant in Dublin, Virginia is set to lay off 250 workers by March 2025, driven by the end of a production phase and rising tariffs impacting costs, reflecting ongoing challenges in the trucking industry's fluctuating market.
Lucky trucker wins $50,000 with scratch-off ticket
A trucker in Maryland hit the jackpot, winning $50,000 from a scratch-off ticket, bringing joy to his family and highlighting the luck truckers can encounter beyond the open road.
Truck driver escapes after dramatic high-speed chase in Boston
A truck driver escaped capture after a dramatic high-speed chase in Dedham, Massachusetts, involving a helicopter and multiple police units.
New trucking terminal in Alabama to create 100 jobs
Robbie D. Wood Inc. is expanding in Saraland, Alabama with a new trucking terminal that will create over 100 jobs, supporting economic growth and highlighting the essential role of family-run trucking companies in the community.
Pothole causes semi to overturn on I-70, cargo lost
A semi truck overturned on I-70 near Spiceland, Indiana, after hitting a pothole, losing its cargo of bobtail trucks but thankfully leaving no one injured.
New bill proposes millions for safe truck parking solutions
The Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, backed by industry groups, aims to address the critical shortage of safe truck parking facilities, enhancing safety for truckers and the public.
Mystery woman found behind Texas truck stop identified
After 26 years, the body of Nellie Gillespie, found behind a Texas truck stop, was identified through a DNA match with her son, bringing closure to her family.
Semi truck's quick thinking averts disaster on interstate 475
A semi truck's swift actions on I-475 prevented a potential disaster as it skid into the median, with no injuries reported.
Operation SafeDRIVE targets risky driving on Kentucky roads
The Kentucky State Police are joining a campaign to monitor risky driving among commercial vehicles from February 25 to 27, 2025, focusing on inspections and safety standards without causing significant road delays.
New York Thruway targets truck companies for unpaid tolls
The New York State Thruway is intensifying efforts to collect overdue tolls from trucking companies, with some owing millions in unpaid charges amid ongoing enforcement crackdowns.
Cargo theft operation exposes fake trucking company in Canada
A fake trucking company in Canada was caught stealing over $1.5 million in cargo through a deceptive brokerage scheme, highlighting risks in the freight industry.