Carlos was an honest man. He lived a predictable, safe life as a cross-border trucker. One lazy afternoon, after having lunch with his girlfriend in Mexico, Carlos crossed the border to San Diego to do some fishing. When he reached the Port of Entry, K-9 units suddenly went berserk, alerting law enforcement that something was… Read more »
In 2016, the USDOT formally proposed a speed limiter mandate on large commercial vehicles. Ten years later, a verdict was finally reached. Before we dive into the decision, it’s essential to understand what the mandate requires. What Was the Speed Limiter Mandate? The proposal required all commercial vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds to… Read more »
Happy Driver Appreciation Week! Undeniably, all truckers are inspiring. With an average of 240 nights on the road every year, truckers sacrifice their time to keep the nation running. In an ocean of incredible drivers, a few have further distinguished themselves as heroes. To celebrate Driver Appreciation Week, here are the most inspiring trucker stories…. Read more »
Happy National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2025, truckers! From September 14 – 20, organizations across the nation are celebrating truckers. For all that truckers sacrifice to keep the country moving, you deserve as many goodies as possible. Here are the top deals and freebies for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2025. Love’s Freebies and… Read more »
If trucking insurance premiums are killing your budget, you’re not alone. Premium rates rose 12.5% in 2025, with some carriers even experiencing a 20-30% increase. On average, carriers pay $12,000 to $17,000 per truck for basic coverage. With insurance rates so high, many truckers are asking the same question: Why are trucking insurance premiums so… Read more »
During last year’s DOT Blitz Week, nearly 1 in 4 truckers were sidelined. Of those cited, 20% were sidelined for tire violations. The USDOT is cracking down on tire issues. In just 5 years, 446,000 citations have been issued for tread depth violations. Whether you get sidelined by the USDOT or a tire failure, both… Read more »
The FMCSA is putting its foot down on major technologies for truckers. As safety regulations continue to increase, truckers will need to be aware that FMCSA new technologies are required of 2027 models. Here’s what you need to know. Electronic Stability Control Systems ESC systems automatically apply individual brakes when a loss of traction… Read more »
The CVSA Brake Safety Week saves lives… but it can get you sidelined if you’re not careful. The annual CVSA Brake Safety Week is approaching quickly, August 24 – 30. Following a surprise Brake Safety Day in April, inspectors sidelined nearly 9% of all carriers inspected, while 25% were cited with violations. Here’s what you… Read more »
Drug tests can, in a moment, make or break your career… and FMCSA drug testing rules are changing. The FMCSA has been changing how drug tests are administered. To keep your fleet on the road, it’s critical to know how the rules are changing, from spit tests to CDLs being downgraded. Here’s everything you need… Read more »
Truckers spend an average of 56 minutes a day looking for parking because of the trucker parking crisis. That’s nearly an hour of unpaid, fuel-burning, frustrating hunting. Not only is finding parking time-consuming, but it can also be economically destructive for carriers. The average trucker will spend $4,600 annually in fuel costs and lost wages… Read more »
