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

Ohio trucker tragically killed in explosive tanker crash

In Northfield Center Township, Ohio, trucker Jason Thomas Stevens tragically died in a fiery tanker crash that caused a large diesel spill and led to significant road closures and cleanup efforts.
Read more ⟶

Truckers' vigilance thwarts meat theft while idling in Northeast Philadelphia

Thieves stole boxes of meat from idling semi trucks with drivers inside during an early morning theft in Northeast Philadelphia, reflecting ongoing security challenges for truckers.
Read more ⟶

New TA Express truck stop opens in Blaine with driver-focused amenities

The new TA Express truck stop opens in Blaine, Washington, offering 30 truck parking spaces, amenities, and dining options to support the vital work of truckers in the Pacific Northwest.
Read more ⟶

Circus animals saved from burning truck on Indiana highway

Circus animals, including zebras and camels, were safely rescued from a semi-truck fire on Interstate 69 near Fort Wayne, with quick action from officers preventing any serious injuries.
Read more ⟶

Law enforcement fatally shoots armed man at Albuquerque truck stop

Albuquerque police fatally shot a man brandishing a handgun at individuals, including a semi-truck driver, at a Love's truck stop after a security guard and responding officers confronted the perpetrator.
Read more ⟶

Federal grants target parking crisis for U.S. truckers

The U.S. Department of Transportation allocates $292 million in federal grants to expand semi-truck parking, addressing a longstanding safety and efficiency issue for truckers.
Read more ⟶

2024 CVSA truck inspection blitz dates truckers need to know

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announces 2024 dates for truck inspection blitzes, including the International Roadcheck and Brake Safety Week, emphasizing the importance of maintenance and safety for trucking professionals.
Read more ⟶

Texas trucker narrowly escapes serious injury in bridge crash

A truck driver in Royse City, Texas, endured only minor injuries after his 18-wheeler veered off IH30, crashed down an embankment, and became wedged under a bridge during rush hour.
Read more ⟶

Town generates $50k in truck parking fines

Truckers in Langley Township face significant fines as officials enforce zoning bylaws to curb illegal parking, urging compliance to avoid legal action and preserve land use integrity.
Read more ⟶

Love's Travel Stops gears up for expansion with 20 new stores in 2024

Love's Travel Stops announces expansion with up to 25 new stores and service enhancements, including additional truck parking and RV hookups, to better serve the trucking community on their 60th anniversary.
Read more ⟶

Florida truckers face new parking restrictions, igniting local tension

New parking restrictions imposed by Palm Beach County Commission leave Loxahatchee and The Acreage truckers without the option to park their semis at home, sparking local discontent and added complications for these essential service providers.
Read more ⟶

Louisiana enforces I-20 detour with over 200 trucker citations

Louisiana State Police intensify enforcement, issuing over 200 warnings and citations to commercial truck drivers ignoring an I-20 construction detour in Bossier City.
Read more ⟶

Dashcam shows ice from semi shatters windshield

Dashcam footage reveals a harrowing moment where ice from a semi's trailer shatters another trucker's windshield in Kenosha/Racine, emphasizing the importance of diligence in checking for ice buildup in winter conditions.
Read more ⟶

Truck trapped by sinkhole in Boynton Beach after water main break

A tractor-trailer was rescued by a crane after being swallowed by a massive sinkhole caused by a water main break in Boynton Beach, Florida, with no injuries and ongoing road closures for repair work.
Read more ⟶

New Volvo VNL series set to enhance trucker efficiency and comfort

Volvo Trucks North America introduces a revamped Volvo VNL series focusing on improved fuel efficiency, safety features, driver comfort, and readiness for future technologies while support rolls out from their Dublin, Virginia, plant.
Read more ⟶

Forward Air and Omni Logistics iron out merger terms after dispute

Forward Air settles merger terms with Omni Logistics, reducing the cash deal and pro forma equity share, valuing the acquisition at approximately $2.1 billion amid optimism for expanded expedited LTL services.
Read more ⟶

Important recall for Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks due to mirror issue

Over 11,000 Peterbilt and Kenworth medium-duty trucks from model years 2022-2024 are being recalled due to an issue with the cab mirror assembly, which could affect visibility if the mirror glass detaches.
Read more ⟶

Texas trucker dies in overpass crash, community mourns loss

Trucker Alejandro Delbosque tragically lost his life after his semi-truck fell off an overpass in Raymondville, Texas; an incident highlighting the inherent risks of the trucking profession.
Read more ⟶

New Arizona TA Express travel center offers big perks for truckers

The new TA Express travel center in Littlefield, Arizona opens with ample parking and amenities for truckers, underscoring TravelCenters of America's expansion efforts to cater to the professional driving community.
Read more ⟶

Wyoming authorities caution truckers against backroad detours during interstate closures

Wyoming authorities caution truck drivers against using backroads to circumvent interstate closures, emphasizing the associated risks and costs through a recent expensive ordeal near Evanston.
Read more ⟶