Join the free TruckingTrend newsletter to see the latest news first.
The no-fluff trucking stories you need to see.
Latest News Top Stories Videos Traffic Weather

Trucker found deceased in semi's sleeper cab, police investigating

Massachusetts State Police are investigating after a man was found deceased in a semi-truck's sleeper cab at an I-495 rest area in Chelmsford.
Read more ⟶

Dash cam footage captures trucker's dangerous overtaking on highway

A semi truck's dangerous overtaking maneuver caught on dash cam prompts reporting of the driver's actions, with no injuries ensuing from the risky highway move.
Read more ⟶

Trucker fined for watching TV on phone while speeding

An Ontario trucker faces multiple charges after being caught speeding and watching "The FBI Files" on his phone, including no speed limiter and exceeding driving hours.
Read more ⟶

I-55 Mississippi River Bridge closes for vital deck repairs

I-55 Mississippi River Bridge to undergo two-week closure for construction, impacting travel between Memphis and Arkansas with suggested detours via I-40.
Read more ⟶

Car hauler's oversight leads to multiple bridge strikes on I-40

A car hauler's collision with multiple railroad bridges on I-40 highlights the critical need for height awareness in trucking operations.
Read more ⟶

Semi truck dangles off overpass in early morning crash in Bath

A semi truck crashed on the I-86 in Bath, NY, leaving the cab hanging off an overpass and the driver hospitalized, underscoring the harrowing challenges truckers can face on the road.
Read more ⟶

Tow crews brave blizzard to rescue big rigs trapped on I-80

Tow truck teams in Truckee, California, liberate big rigs buried by a severe blizzard, ensuring transport and road safety for truckers on I-80.
Read more ⟶

Dash cam footage shows trooper's escape from inattentive semi driver

An Idaho trooper narrowly evades a semi-truck on I-84, highlighting the perils first responders face and underscoring the critical need for driver vigilance.
Read more ⟶

Trucker arrested after fatal hit-and-run collision with fellow trucker

A truck driver suffers a fatal hit-and-run on Interstate 30 in Arkansas, with the responsible party facing charges and the trucking community mourning the loss.
Read more ⟶

Truck dangles off bridge as fire department saves driver

A truck driver was safely rescued from a crash where their vehicle was left dangling over the Ohio River from the Clark Memorial Bridge.
Read more ⟶

Trucker sentenced for stealing trailer of Mike's Hard Lemonade

New Rochelle truck driver receives a six-month sentence for theft of a trailer containing over $32,000 worth of Mike's Hard Lemonade in Yonkers.
Read more ⟶

Trooper clears road hazard, rolling hay bale out of traffic path

A Missouri trooper becomes a viral sensation by manually removing a large hay bale from the road, ensuring motorists' safety and highlighting the varied roles of law enforcement in traffic management.
Read more ⟶

$4 million in wellness gummies stolen from truck in daring heist

A semi-truck carrying $4 million worth of Kourtney Kardashian's wellness gummies was stolen from a Southern California facility, highlighting the persistent threat of cargo theft in trucking.
Read more ⟶

FMCSA studies detention time's impact on trucker safety and efficiency

FMCSA initiates a study to understand the impact of shipping delays on truck driver safety and commercial vehicle operations, focusing on detention time and its effects on compliance, safety, and economic costs.
Read more ⟶

Semi truck's reckless run through work zone costs $10,000

A semi truck causes $10,000 in damage in an Oklahoma I-35 work zone, underscoring the need for adherence to work zone safety protocols.
Read more ⟶

Truck towed after CHP discovers fake plates and registration issues

A truck pulled over in Redding for distracted driving faces multiple charges including expired registration and the driver operating without a proper license, resulting in the impoundment of the vehicle.
Read more ⟶

Iowa 80 opens new warehouse to support truckers on the road

The Iowa 80 Group has launched a sizable new warehouse and distribution center next to the world's largest truck stop, aiming to streamline the distribution of trucking accessories.
Read more ⟶

Truck driver's shaky hands lead to migrant discovery in sleeper berth

A Texas truck driver apprehended for transporting migrants illegally within the sleeper berth demonstrates the ongoing challenges at border checkpoints.
Read more ⟶

BNSF pays $75 million to truckers over fingerprint privacy breach

BNSF Railway agrees to a $75 million settlement with truckers over improper fingerprint data collection at Chicago-area rail yards.
Read more ⟶

Pilot lands plane at truck stop diner for surprise lunch visit

A pilot makes an unusual landing at a Michigan truck stop for a quick lunch, leaving diners and truckers alike intrigued by the unexpected visit.
Read more ⟶