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Former trucker seriously injured in road rage attack

A former trucker's encounter with a semi truck on a Houston road turned violent, resulting in serious injuries and an ongoing police investigation.
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Truckers face challenges after winter storm hits I-70

A winter storm on December 30, 2024, caused chaos on I-70 at Vail Pass, resulting in a road closure lasting over three hours as truckers faced treacherous conditions with inadequate chain law enforcement.
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Trucker makes safe escape after Lake Nipigon plunge

A trucker's quick thinking ensured his safe escape after his semi plunged through ice at Lake Nipigon, highlighting the dangers of winter conditions.
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Utah trucker delivers crucial donations to wildfire victims

A Utah trucker played a crucial role in delivering essential donations to help wildfire victims in California, demonstrating the vital support the trucking community provides during disasters.
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Tragic collision involving two big rigs and a sedan on turnpike

A tragic collision on the Florida Turnpike near Miami Gardens involved two big rigs and a sedan, resulting in one fatality and significant traffic disruptions.
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Family involved in minor semi truck accident in Maine

A semi truck carrying a family overturned in Farmington, Maine, causing a minor injury and a fuel spill at a local intersection.
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Unsecured excavator load raises safety concerns for truckers

A big rig in Tennessee was discovered hauling an unsecured excavator, highlighting critical safety concerns for truckers on the road.
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Truckers help fight human trafficking with CVSA initiative

Truckers across the U.S. will play a crucial role in combating human trafficking through the CVSA initiative, focusing on education and awareness from January 13 to 17.
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Alabama college offers CDL course for wheelchair users

Wallace State Community College in Alabama is empowering wheelchair users by offering a CDL training program with specialized equipment, allowing them to return to the trucking industry they love.
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Truckers react to joke about renaming Gulf of Mexico

Truckers found humor in an online joke about renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of Buc-ee’s," despite the popular gas station's strict no-truck policy.
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New NYC congestion tolls concern small trucking businesses

Small trucking businesses are worried about rising costs as New York City's new congestion tolls reach up to $32, sparking backlash and legal action from industry groups.
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New systems aim to catch overheight trucks on the Thruway

The New York State Thruway Authority intensified efforts to reduce bridge strikes by implementing new overheight vehicle detection systems, issuing over 7,000 citations in a crackdown that highlights ongoing safety challenges for commercial vehicles.
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A. Duie Pyle opens new Camp Hill service center

A. Duie Pyle expanded its operations with a new service center in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, creating 64 jobs and enhancing its LTL services in the Northeast.
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New nationwide bill seeks to simplify trucker self-defense laws

A new bill could help truckers carry firearms across state lines with ease, supporting their right to self-defense while simplifying legal hurdles on the road.
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Truck chase ends safely in Utah after fire drama

A semi truck driver was arrested after a high-speed chase on I-15 near Beaver, Utah, ended safely despite a dramatic fire that temporarily closed the highway.
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Icy Alabama roads challenge truckers during winter storm

Icy road conditions in Alabama starting on January 9, 2025, have created significant challenges for truckers as hazardous weather grips the state.
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Daimler halts diesel truck sales in Oregon due to new rule

Oregon's new electric truck mandate has led Daimler Truck North America to pause diesel truck sales due to unclear guidelines from the state's environmental agency, impacting a significant portion of Oregon's truck market.
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DOT keeps trucker drug testing rates steady for 2025

The U.S. Department of Transportation maintains the current drug testing rates for truckers in 2025, ensuring continued safety standards in the trucking industry.
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Truckers face detours as I-10 ramps remain closed

Truckers navigating through Lafayette face detours as key I-10 ramps remain closed following an oversized load damaging an overpass, with repairs expected to take at least two more months.
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Aurora lawsuit challenges FMCSA's outdated safety regulations

Aurora's lawsuit against the FMCSA highlights a clash between traditional safety regulations and modern autonomous trucking technology.
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