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Semi truck hits low overpass, sparks chain-reaction crash

A semi truck hit a low overpass on US 131 in Michigan, leading to a chain-reaction crash that temporarily closed the road and left the overpass structurally damaged.
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Heavy snow causes massive I-70 shutdown for truckers

Heavy snow forced the closure of I-70 near Vail Pass in Colorado, stranding over a dozen semi trucks and causing a traffic jam on hazardous icy roads.
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Trucker in hot water for duct tape window fix

A Brampton trucker faced charges after Ontario police stopped his semi for using duct tape as a window replacement, highlighting vehicle safety concerns.
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Truckers stranded at Kroger center after fatal dispute

Truckers faced extended delays outside a Kroger center in Memphis due to an unexpected facility closure after a fatal workplace dispute, impacting their schedules and livelihoods.
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Trucker seriously injured by reversing SUV in Texas accident

A trucker in Lubbock, Texas sustained serious injuries after an SUV driven by a 76-year-old man reversed into him while he was near his semi-truck.
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Big rig fire in Death Valley due to brake failure

A big rig caught fire due to brake failure on a steep descent in Death Valley, leading to the driver being cited for a suspended license and raising concerns about the route's dangers for commercial trucks.
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New law simplifies TSA credentials, reducing costs for truckers

A new law signed by President Biden reduces costs and simplifies TSA credentialing for truckers by allowing the use of existing background checks for multiple credentials with a single fee.
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Massachusetts law saves truckers from losing their CDL licenses

Massachusetts truckers gain job security as a new law shields CDL holders from losing their licenses over decades-old infractions.
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Beckley Travel Plaza reopens with 35 new truck parking spots

The renovated Beckley Travel Plaza on the West Virginia Turnpike now offers 35 new truck parking spots and improved amenities, easing congestion for truckers.
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Trucker helps fellow driver, freeing stuck semi on I-80

A trucker on I-80 in Iowa came to the aid of a fellow driver by freeing a stuck semi, quickly resolving a traffic backup without any additional costs.
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Semi truck crash causes major 5 Freeway closures in Los Angeles

A semi truck crash caused lane closures on the 5 Freeway in Los Angeles after the truck landed in a waterway, leading to significant cleanup efforts and travel delays.
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Cow injures deputy after escaping truck fire on I-15

A cow injured a sheriff's deputy after escaping from a cattle hauler fire on I-15 in Idaho, causing a temporary highway closure.
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Fire destroys Iowa trucking facility, thankfully no injuries reported

A fire at G & H Motor Freight Lines in Greenfield, Iowa, led to the total loss of the facility but thankfully no injuries were reported.
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New York City to charge trucks tolls in new plan

Truckers will soon face new toll costs ranging from $14.40 to $21.60 during peak hours when entering Manhattan's 'Manhattan Zone' under New York City's congestion pricing plan starting January 2025.
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Trucker swerves to avoid car, tanker flips on highway

A tanker truck flipped and leaked liquid nitrogen on I-395 in Connecticut after the driver maneuvered to avoid a car left abandoned in a lane.
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Tesla’s Nevada semi truck factory edges closer to completion

Tesla's Nevada semi truck factory, set to produce Tesla Semi trucks by the end of 2025, has topped off its main structure, marking a significant milestone in its construction progress.
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California warns truckers on strict DUI laws for CDL holders

California's strict DUI laws impose severe consequences on CDL holders, with low BAC limits and lifetime bans potentially affecting commercial drivers both on and off duty.
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Wisconsin man charged in tragic tow truck driver hit-and-run

A Wisconsin man faces charges after a high-speed hit-and-run on I-94 resulted in the tragic death of a Chicago tow truck driver on Christmas Eve.
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New DOT fines could hit truckers' wallets hard

Upcoming DOT fines tied to inflation could significantly impact truckers as new regulations take effect in December 2024.
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Alabama trucker survives heart scare with quick thinking

Alabama trucker William Brown defied the odds on Christmas Eve by recognizing heart attack symptoms while hauling flammable cargo, leading to life-saving treatment and a "Christmas miracle."
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