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Icy Alabama roads challenge truckers during winter storm

Icy road conditions in Alabama starting on January 9, 2025, have created significant challenges for truckers as hazardous weather grips the state.
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Daimler halts diesel truck sales in Oregon due to new rule

Oregon's new electric truck mandate has led Daimler Truck North America to pause diesel truck sales due to unclear guidelines from the state's environmental agency, impacting a significant portion of Oregon's truck market.
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DOT keeps trucker drug testing rates steady for 2025

The U.S. Department of Transportation maintains the current drug testing rates for truckers in 2025, ensuring continued safety standards in the trucking industry.
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Truckers face detours as I-10 ramps remain closed

Truckers navigating through Lafayette face detours as key I-10 ramps remain closed following an oversized load damaging an overpass, with repairs expected to take at least two more months.
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Aurora lawsuit challenges FMCSA's outdated safety regulations

Aurora's lawsuit against the FMCSA highlights a clash between traditional safety regulations and modern autonomous trucking technology.
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Nearly half of Permian Basin trucks fail safety checks

Nearly half of the trucks inspected in Texas' Permian Basin were taken off the road for safety violations, highlighting ongoing challenges in maintaining commercial vehicle standards.
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Remembering the massive I-94 pileup 10 years later

The 10-year commemoration of the tragic I-94 pileup near Galesburg, Michigan, reminds us of the severity of winter road conditions that led to the involvement of 193 vehicles, including 76 semi trucks.
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Truckers urged to monitor equipment after tire mishap on I-380

A semi truck on I-380 was caught driving with missing tires, leading to overweight stress on the remaining wheels and highlighting crucial vigilance for truckers.
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Routine stop reveals massive cocaine stash in produce load

A routine traffic stop on I-40 in Arizona led to the discovery of over 550 pounds of cocaine hidden in a produce load, resulting in the arrest of the truck driver.
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Strong winds cause fatal semi truck accident in California

A powerful windstorm in California tragically caused a semi truck to overturn on the 210 Freeway, leading to the driver's death amid challenging weather conditions faced by truckers.
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Semi truck avoids police cruiser in close call on I-90

A semi truck narrowly avoided a police cruiser on a snowy I-90 in South Dakota, highlighting the risks faced by emergency responders and the need for motorists to exercise caution near accident scenes.
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Truck driver tragically killed aiding fellow trucker in snow

A fellow truck driver tragically died after being accidentally run over while helping navigate snowy conditions at a gas station in Ellsworth, Kansas.
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Family sues over trucker's death in highway patrol chase

The family of a truck driver is suing the Florida Highway Patrol and a trooper's estate after a fatal collision during a high-speed chase on I-95, questioning the patrol's safety measures.
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FMCSA questions effectiveness of warning triangles for truckers

The FMCSA is examining whether traditional warning triangles effectively improve safety around broken-down trucks amid concerns and evolving technologies.
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Snowy conditions lead to pileup on I-10 with semis

Snowy weather conditions on I-10 in New Mexico caused multiple semi trucks and cars to pile up, creating significant traffic delays and dangerous driving conditions.
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Semi-truck crash caught on camera, no serious injuries reported

A semi-truck crash caught on camera in Royal Oak, Michigan, involved multiple vehicles but resulted in no serious injuries, highlighting the challenges of lane blockages and traffic management.
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Estes expands operations with 11 new terminal acquisitions

Estes has expanded its operations by acquiring 11 new terminals, enhancing its network and reinforcing its role as a key player in the freight industry without taking on additional debt.
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Truckers challenge Minnesota's firearm permit recognition policy

Two truckers are challenging Minnesota's firearm permit policy, arguing it creates an unnecessary burden on their right to self-defense while on the road.
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Trucker wounded in Texas road rage shooting incident

A truck driver was shot and injured on I-35 in San Antonio during a road rage incident involving a dark sedan, with the suspect now facing charges.
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Distracted trucker sideswipes rig, avoids serious collision

A semi truck sideswiped a disabled rig on I-40 near El Reno, Oklahoma, avoiding serious injuries despite a momentary distraction.
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