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Semi loses brakes on I-70, major crash shuts down highway

A semi lost its brakes in the Colorado mountains and triggered a major crash on I-70, leaving several people hurt and shutting down the highway for hours.
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Trucker accused in Utah officer death requests new lawyer

The truck driver charged with killing a Utah police officer during a traffic stop asked a judge for a new attorney as his court case continues.
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Truck driver fired after skirt dispute sparks religious rights lawsuit

A Florida truck driver is suing CEMEX after being fired for wearing a skirt over work pants for religious reasons, with the case now in federal court.
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Forklift operator killed after semi moves container at Winco

A forklift operator died at the Winco Distribution Center in Woodburn, Oregon, after a semi truck moved a container while he was still inside.
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FMCSA drops DEI and climate rules from CDL grant program

The FMCSA removed climate change and DEI requirements from its 2025 CDL grant program, focusing grant funds on highway safety and driver licensing improvements.
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Routine semi stop turns into multimillion dollar drug bust

A routine semi stop on I-70 in Kansas led to the discovery of over $4 million worth of marijuana and cocaine hidden in a trailer.
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International manhunt launched after Arizona truck stop assault

Authorities have launched an international search for a suspect after a truck driver was left in a coma from a February assault at an Arizona rest stop, with investigators tracking thousands of trucks before naming Azizbek Akhadov as the wanted man.
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Thrown concrete and eggs damage trucks on I-10 overpass

Three trucks were damaged after someone threw concrete and eggs from an overpass onto I-10 near Holt, Florida, causing minor injuries to one person.
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Open marijuana container leads to 24-hour out-of-service order

A truck driver in Santa Clara County was given a 24-hour out-of-service order after California Highway Patrol found an open marijuana container in the cab during a traffic stop.
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Border checkpoint questioning leads to federal charges for truck driver

A truck driver was arrested at the Lewiston Bridge Port of Entry in New York after allegedly giving false information about his citizenship, leading to federal charges.
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Burned body found near crashed semi in Ann Arbor

A burned body was found on a hillside near a crashed semi truck in Ann Arbor Township, Michigan, with police still investigating what happened.
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Trucking company tips off police to $10 million crash scheme

A Louisiana trucking company helped police uncover a staged crash scheme where three men were arrested for attempting to steal $10 million through fake insurance claims.
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Emergency repairs move forward after I-80 tunnel pileup shutdown

Emergency repairs to the I-80 Green River tunnel in Wyoming are underway after a fatal semi pileup forced a lengthy closure and major trucking detours.
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Tractor-trailer overturns on I-73, spills heavy equipment and damages bridge

A tractor-trailer overturned on I-73 near Asheboro, spilling heavy equipment across the highway and damaging the Salisbury Street Bridge, causing road closures and traffic delays.
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Semi truck crashes off bridge after collision on I-94

A collision between two semis on I-94 near Ottertail County sent one truck off a bridge and caused traffic delays as crews responded.
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Trucking legend “Yo-Yo” Worley Hughes remembered for her legacy

Mirah Lesa “Yo-Yo” Worley Hughes, known for nearly 40 years behind the wheel and her 1979 Atlanta Motor Speedway win, has passed away at 68, leaving a lasting impact on the trucking community.
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Tractor trailer crashes into ditch after driver reportedly nods off

A tractor trailer crashed into a ditch off I-64 in Newport News after the driver reportedly nodded off, with no serious injuries reported.
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Trucking company hit with $12,000 tow after driver warns others

A Charlotte trucking company was stuck with a $12,000 tow bill after a driver warned fellow truckers to avoid parking in a no-parking zone.
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Quadruple road train video shows impressive trucker driving skills

A viral video shows a skilled trucker expertly maneuvering a massive quadruple road train through a left turn, highlighting the impressive control needed for this kind of load.
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Semi hits herd of cows that wandered onto highway

A semi truck hit a herd of cows that wandered onto Highway 16 in Minnesota, leaving ten cows dead and sending the driver to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
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