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Major pileup on Highway 19 prompted by hit-and-run semi

A major pileup on Highway 19 in Georgia involved 12 vehicles after a runaway tractor-trailer hit a disabled car, causing fog-related visibility issues and injuring eight people.
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Proposed bill offers tax credit to support U.S. truckers

A proposed bill aims to offer U.S. truckers a tax credit of up to $7,500 to address driver shortages and boost the supply chain.
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Bridge collapse challenges small trucking companies' recovery efforts

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore a year ago left small trucking companies like Triple CCC Logistics facing significant challenges in rebuilding their operations amid logistical disruptions and financial strains.
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FMCSA's new rule ends need for paper medical cards

The FMCSA's new rule mandates electronic submissions of medical exam results for truckers by June 23, 2025, ending the need for paper medical cards but advising drivers to keep a backup.
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Teenagers arrested for rock-throwing at trucks on I-640

Two teenagers in Knoxville were arrested for throwing rocks at trucks on I-640, causing damage but thankfully no injuries.
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Veteran trucker's body found at Elk River landfill

The body of a veteran truck driver was found partially buried at an Elk River landfill, raising questions as the investigation continues.
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Trucker dies in I-94 crash, medical event suspected

A semi-truck accident on Interstate 94 near the Michigan-Indiana border tragically claimed the life of trucker Jeffrey Oneal, with a medical event suspected as the cause.
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Truck driver on the run after failed police pursuit in Pennsylvania

A Pennsylvania truck driver remains at large after a police chase ended with his truck stuck on a dirt road, resulting in multiple charges.
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Boston man admits to bribing for fake CDL test results

A Boston man pleaded guilty to bribing officials for fake CDL test scores, highlighting ongoing concerns about licensing integrity.
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Operation Full House tightens rules for truckers in Arizona

Arizona's Highway Patrol and Department of Transportation have launched "Operation Full House," a two-day enforcement blitz aimed at cracking down on commercial vehicle safety near the California border.
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CBP cracks down on meth smuggling attempts at border

CBP officers in Calexico intercepted over 1,300 pounds of meth in two separate tractor-trailer busts, highlighting their crucial role in fighting sophisticated drug smuggling.
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Shocking video shows crumbling truck held together by tarps

A video captures a decrepit semi truck secured by tarps and straps, rolling on a road reportedly in Argentina, highlighting concerns about urgent delivery risks and safety standards.
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Mud flap accident on Highway 401 leaves van damaged

A mud flap from a semi truck on Highway 401 in Milton, Ontario, unexpectedly broke loose and damaged a van's windshield, prompting a search for the truck driver.
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Multi-vehicle crash on I-35 claims one life in Texas

A multi-vehicle crash on I-35 in Round Rock, Texas, tragically left one person dead and closed the highway while authorities investigate.
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Runaway truck safely stops on Wolf Creek Pass's snowy ramp

A semi truck's brakes failed while descending Wolf Creek Pass in Colorado, leading it to safely navigate a snowy runaway ramp without incident.
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Dump truck driver found dead after fleeing crash scene

A dump truck driver in Hanna City, Illinois, was found dead after fleeing from a crash, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Fire damages Texas truck stop, investigations underway

A major fire at a Texas truck stop in Anthony caused significant damage, temporarily closing the facility as authorities investigate.
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Vail's costly fines for truckers skipping chains on I-70

Truckers traveling through Vail on I-70 face hefty fines of $2,650 for not chaining up during winter, reflecting on the growing enforcement amidst increasing weather-related shutdowns.
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Semi truck loses metal load in Virginia crash, minor injuries

A semi truck lost its load of metal rolls at a Virginia intersection, causing minor injuries and prompting an investigation into load securing practices.
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San Antonio introduces new overnight parking restrictions for truckers

San Antonio's new overnight parking restrictions challenge truckers by banning semi trucks from residential zones, amid ongoing struggles to find legal parking.
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