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Lithium battery fire causes lockdown near Montreal port

A lithium battery fire at the Port of Montreal caused significant smoke, leading to a temporary lockdown for nearby residents.
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Maryland to add more truck parking on I-70

Maryland's Department of Transportation is expanding truck parking on I-70 with a $8.1 million project to add 35 new spaces by the end of 2025.
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New Chicago truck parking lot to ease shortages

Truckers will soon find relief from parking shortages in the Chicago area with the opening of over 1,000 new paid truck parking spaces in West Dundee, Illinois.
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Flatbed truck hit by pickup running red light

A pickup truck ran a red light and was hit by a flatbed truck, with no injuries reported despite the severe collision.
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Semi loses load on I-435, causing minor delays

A semi-truck lost its container on I-435 near Raytown Road in Kansas City, causing minor delays but no injuries.
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Semi truck damages trailer in Bankhead Tunnel incident

A semi truck hit the top of the Bankhead Tunnel in Mobile, Alabama, damaging its trailer and causing brief traffic delays.
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Semi carrying UT football gear crashes on I-30/I-40

A semi truck crashed at the I-30/I-40 interchange in Little Rock while carrying University of Tennessee football gear, leading to hours of blocked traffic.
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Deputy killed in crash after drifting into semi-truck's path

A tragic collision on U.S. Highway 301 in Thonotosassa, Florida, resulted in the death of Deputy Darell Brown after his vehicle drifted into the path of a semi-truck.
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Colorado ports of entry to stop accepting cash in 2025

Colorado's Ports of Entry will stop accepting cash payments starting January 1, 2025, requiring truckers to use credit cards or checks for transactions.
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States show appreciation for truckers during NTDAW 2024

States across the U.S. honored truckers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2024 with free meals, recognition events, and care packages.
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Driver fatigue suspected in I-70 semi truck collision

A suspected fatigue-related crash involving two semi trucks on I-70 in Colorado resulted in injuries and temporary lane closures.
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Semi-truck driver arrested for intoxication manslaughter in fatal crash

A semi-truck driver was arrested for intoxication manslaughter after a fatal crash in a Fort Worth construction zone, causing one death and serious injury.
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New Truck Stops Along I-10 to Boost Texas Economy

New truck stops along I-10 in Texas are expected to boost the local economy by providing essential services to truckers and benefiting nearby businesses.
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Steel Pipe Hauler Miraculously Survives Tanker Crash in Texas

A trucker hauling steel pipes miraculously survived a severe crash with a tanker in Lufkin, Texas, escaping with minor injuries despite a heavily damaged cab.
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Semi truck crashes into low bridge, no injuries reported

A semi truck struck a low railroad bridge in Grants, NM, causing significant damage and road closures on Fifth Street.
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Sheriff's praise trucker for workout dedication in parking lot

The Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office in Kansas acknowledged trucker Kenneth Moore, a Gulf War veteran, for his dedication to fitness while on the road, sharing their admiration on social media.
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South Dakota Patrol Celebrates New Truck Inspection Facility

The South Dakota Highway Patrol marked the opening of a new truck inspection facility at Tilford Port of Entry with free food and a partially indoor inspection bay for year-round use.
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Cocaine Worth Over $1.2 Million Seized From Semi Truck

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized over $1.2 million worth of cocaine hidden in a semi truck at the Otay Mesa Commercial Facility in California.
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Rockslide delays semi crash cleanup on I-70

A rockslide on Highway 40 has delayed the cleanup of a recent semi truck wreck on I-70 near Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
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School bus swerves to avoid head-on collision with semi

A school bus narrowly avoided a head-on collision with a tractor trailer in Botetourt County, Virginia, causing minor injuries and road closures.
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