Washington State mandates tire chains for winter trucking safety
Washington State has enforced a mandate requiring tire chains for trucks over 10,000 pounds on key highways from November to April to enhance safety during winter weather.
Semi truck takes runaway ramp safely on Monteagle Mountain
A semi truck successfully navigated a runaway ramp on the steep Monteagle Mountain grade, avoiding any injuries or further incidents.
Mudslide traps truck and car on busy interstate
A mudslide on I-5 in Bellingham, Washington, trapped a semi truck and a car in two feet of mud, causing road closures and delaying traffic until clean-up crews restored access.
Pilot opens new travel center with 53 truck parking spaces
Pilot's recently opened travel center in Laredo, Texas provides much-needed amenities for truckers, including 53 parking spaces, fueling lanes, showers, and laundry facilities, catering to the essential needs of drivers on the road.
New West Virginia truck stop offers 104 parking spaces
A new TravelCenters of America truck stop in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, offers much-needed amenities such as 104 parking spaces, dining, and rest facilities for truck drivers traveling along I-77.
Love's opens two locations, adding 206 truck parking spaces
Love's Travel Stops opens new locations in Wichita, Kansas, and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, adding a vital 206 truck parking spaces, essential amenities, and a haven for truckers on the road.
Former trucking owner fined millions for FedEx bribery scheme
A former co-owner of a trucking company was fined millions after pleading guilty to a decade-long bribery scheme involving FedEx employees to secure additional routes.
Pickup driver's mistake causes semi truck pileup on I-44
A pickup driver's inattention caused a chaotic 9-vehicle pileup on I-44 in Oklahoma, demonstrating the critical need for drivers to remain alert on the road.
Thieves make off with trailer full of Red Bull
Thieves in Northeast Philadelphia stole a trailer full of Red Bull from a parked truck behind a shopping center, sparking a search for three suspects.
Trucker cited for high speed at inspection site
A trucker received a citation for driving 55 mph in a California inspection zone with a 3 mph limit, highlighting the importance of adhering to safety regulations.
FMCSA grants five-year securement exemption for ag haulers
The FMCSA has approved a five-year securement exemption for agricultural haulers, allowing greater flexibility in transporting hay and cotton bales while maintaining safety standards.
Semi truck hits Beard Road overpass on Ohio Turnpike
A semi truck hit the Beard Road overpass on Ohio Turnpike, dislodging its cargo onto the shoulder, as investigators work to understand the cause of the accident.
Manure spill on I-180 in Pennsylvania delays traffic
A manure spill on I-180 in Montoursville, Pennsylvania, caused traffic delays as crews cleaned up the mess while authorities searched for the responsible truck driver.
Polk County limits semi-truck traffic on Highway 30
Authorities in Polk County, Tennessee, have restricted semi-truck use on Highway 30 due to safety concerns and increased traffic from detouring truckers.
Semi truck rollover highlights need for securing cargo safely
A semi truck rollover on the North I-35/I-80 ramp highlights the importance of securing loads properly to prevent accidents.
Pennsylvania makes Giant's Despair safer for truckers
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has introduced new safety measures on Giant's Despair road, including flashing signs and a chime system, to enhance trucker safety and reduce accidents.
Truckers receive automatic alerts for Colorado's tricky roads
The Colorado State Patrol's use of geofencing technology sends automatic alerts to truckers' devices to enhance safety on challenging mountain roads.
Veteran truckers deliver Capitol Christmas tree across America
Veteran truckers Fred Austin and John Schank are transporting the 2024 Capitol Christmas Tree from Alaska to Washington, D.C., showcasing the vital role of truckers in a 4,000-mile journey filled with community events.
Truck stuck overnight on rough GPS-guided route in California
A semi truck in California spent 10 hours stuck on an unsuitable dirt road after following misleading GPS directions, thankfully without any reported injuries.
Semi truck detours creating chaos on Tennessee mountain roads
The closure of I-40 in Tennessee has rerouted semi trucks onto narrow mountain roads, causing frequent incidents of trucks getting stuck and creating chaos for local communities.