Massachusetts expands CDL exam languages to boost trucking workforce
Massachusetts now offers Commercial Learner's Permit exams in Spanish and Portuguese, aiming to strengthen the trucking workforce by making the process more accessible to a diverse group of potential drivers.
Speeding pickup driver dies in crash with semi truck
A speeding pickup driver crashed fatally into a semi truck near a Publix warehouse in Miami Gardens, prompting an investigation.
Mackinac Bridge introduces credit card fee for toll payments
The Mackinac Bridge Authority will implement a 2.3% convenience fee for credit card toll payments starting in 2025 to help offset rising transaction costs.
Trucker survives steel bars smashing into cab on I-75
A trucker on I-75 in Michigan is recovering after narrowly escaping with his life when steel bars smashed into his cab, thanks to quick thinking and emergency rescue efforts.
Authorities seek trucker after deadly Ohio I-77 accident
Authorities are searching for a semi truck involved in a deadly collision on I-77 in Ohio after the driver attempted a u-turn, leading to a fatal accident.
Trucking legend Gene England passes away at 105 years old
Gene England, a pioneering force in the trucking industry and World War II veteran, passed away at 105, leaving behind a rich legacy of dedication and integrity in both his professional and personal life.
Truck parts scheme leads to federal charges for business owners
Four business owners were charged with smuggling and laundering money through a scheme involving over $33 million worth of illegal diesel emissions devices imported into the U.S. from Canada.
CHP's I-5 crackdown targets speeders, truck drivers watch out
The California Highway Patrol intensified enforcement on I-5, targeting speeders and issuing over 150 citations, including to commercial motor vehicles, to enhance road safety ahead of the holiday season.
Tow company owner charged after bulldozer crash kills two in Utah
A Utah tow company owner faces manslaughter charges after a bulldozer he was hauling fell off and crushed a vehicle in Ogden Canyon, killing two people.
Chain-reaction crash involving semis halts Pennsylvania Turnpike traffic
A chain-reaction crash involving multiple semi trucks on I-276 westbound in Pennsylvania caused major traffic disruptions and required a hazmat response due to fuel leakage.
Pickup crashes into parked semi, causing deadly Maryland highway fire
A collision between a pickup and a parked semi on I-95 in Maryland resulted in a fatal fire and significant traffic disruption.
Long-time trucker retires with 4.5 million safe miles
Lori Simba, a respected long-time trucker, retires after driving an impressive 4.5 million safe miles, highlighting the dedication and mentorship found within the trucking community.
Texas adds 103 new truck parking spots on I-35
Truckers traveling through Salado, Texas, on I-35 will benefit from 103 new parking spots aimed at improving rest and safety, projected for completion by the end of 2025.
Dump truck driver attacked in terrifying road rage incident
A dump truck driver in Pennsylvania was attacked by a van driver during a road rage incident, leaving authorities searching for the suspect.
Trucker arrested after migrants found in diesel tank bust
A trucker was arrested in Laredo, Texas, after two migrants were found hidden in a diesel tank during a traffic stop, raising serious concerns about human smuggling efforts.
Tragic crash on I-80 after SUV collides with big rig
A tragic crash unfolded on I-80 in Indiana when an SUV collided with a parked big rig, resulting in one fatality.
Winter storm forces road closures on major Colorado highways
A severe winter storm caused major highway closures in Colorado, affecting key routes like I-70 and I-25, with officials urging drivers to delay travel until conditions improve.
New federal rule may downgrade CDL for 179,000 truckers
A new federal rule change could result in nearly 179,000 truckers potentially losing their CDL due to issues with drug or alcohol violations found in the FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Local heroes free trucker stuck on snowy Colorado highway
Local residents in Silver Cliff, Colorado, worked together to assist a trucker from Georgia whose flatbed truck became stuck in snow on Highway 96, despite lacking the required chains for snowy conditions.
Truck overturns in Virginia; load shift led to crash
A semi truck hauling large paper rolls overturned on I-95 in Richmond due to a load shift, leading to an investigation into potential speed factors.


























