The Ice Pick Bandit has become a something of a legend in the trucking industry. Unlike other legends, such as Sasquatch, the Ice Pick Bandit has left a trail of evidence, primarily in the form of damaged trucks, angry drivers, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages. Whatever happened to the Ice Pick Bandit?… Read more »
In 2026, every single trucker in the United States would need to pay $5 per day to keep up with the losses caused by freight theft. Since 2021, damages caused by freight theft have surged 1500%. In freight crime, the question “Is there a risk of freight theft?” has evolved into “Where is the risk… Read more »
Somewhere, $400,000 worth of live lobster is being served to unassuming customers. As food commodities are being stolen more than ever, it’s essential to understand this bizarre question: Why are thieves targeting food in the first place? In a bizarre case of grand cargo theft, nearly half a million dollars in seafood was abducted by… Read more »
Fuel, insurance, tires, compliance—these are just a few of the rising expenses that AI trucking tools can help you manage. It seems that every aspect of running a trucking business is becoming increasingly expensive. As financial pressures mount and operating costs rise, several AI tools are emerging that eliminate deadhead miles and reduce waste. Here… Read more »
If you’ve driven a semi-truck for any amount of time, you’ll attest that the current 14-hour rule is unstoppable—literally. Many drivers wish there were a way to pause the 14-hour limit to address unforeseen issues. Ever since the FMCSA introduced the 14-hour rule, truckers have been requesting a way to pause the clock. After all,… Read more »
It’s one of the worst-kept secrets in trucking: CSA scores are rarely accurate. After a decade of appearing in the top ten concerns of truckers, the FMCSA is finally revising CSA criteria. The FMCSA has reported that the updated terms have already demonstrated the new system to be 10% more effective at predicting unsafe driving… Read more »
There are dozens of options when it comes to finding a fuel card with the best discount. With fuel costs being the single largest operational cost that truckers budget for, selecting the right fuel card can often make a difference of thousands of dollars, especially if you find the card with the best discount. One… Read more »
The 25% tariff on truck imports is here, and it doesn’t only affect those expanding their fleets. As of November 1, 2025, a 25% tariff has been imposed on all truck imports, resulting in repercussions for truckers that are more far-reaching than anticipated. Here’s what you need to know. What Does the 25% Tariff… Read more »
If you feel like you’re seeing more and more of the FMCSA inspections on the road, you’d be right. Between June and August 2025, federal roadside inspections increased 67% year-over-year compared to the same period. That is a massive increase in a very short time. Not only are inspections happening more frequently, but they’re also… Read more »
Truckers work long hours, their minds stretched by the expanse of the open road. As fatigue settles with the night, those long stretches of highway seem to transform. Some truckers see things. Others can’t unsee them. Each year, we tell a trucker ghost story from a real carrier that may make you pause, open the… Read more »
