With the multitude of truckers out on our nation’s roads making sure this country keeps rolling along and the many more millions in the industry who do their part, trucking is the backbone of this country. Over 70% of the freight moved along our roads is done by truck, so…
Finding good, healthy food options out there on the road can be quite difficult for a trucker these days. Fast food joints are popping up all over the highways and attaching themselves to gas stations and rest stops. Constantly eating at these places can lead to some serious health problems…
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is asking the public about more Hours of Service regulatory relief. The pilot program they are seeking comments on would allow drivers one off-duty break for at least 30 minutes but not to exceed three hours. This would pause the…
In the wake of Hurricane Laura, Texas has suspended quite a few trucking rules and regulations to help get supplies into impacted areas quicker. Certain weight and size restrictions have been waived to help deliver food, water, equipment, medical supplies, and other needed items into the impacted areas in a…
This year, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week will be Sept. 13-19, but Pilot Flying J is celebrating truckers through the entire month of September. From Sept. 1 through Sept. 30, if you are using the Pilot Flying J app, they are offering the following to professional drivers. Free drinks every…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued an emergency declaration to help the areas in Alabama, Lousiana, Mississippi, and Texas impacted by Hurricanes Laura and Marco. This is an immediate response to the anticipated effects on people and property due to heavy rain, high winds, and flooding. Trucks providing…
Ever wonder who the safest drivers on our nation’s roads are? Well, truck drivers are at the top of that list according to a study done by the research team of Insurify. Turns out, those with the best driving records are the drivers in the public or service sectors, and…
Pilot Flying J has named Eric Britton of Clarksville, Tenn. as its Road Warrior 2020. After going over 3,000 entries, Britton came out on top with Zdenko Zalac following in second place and Mona Beedle in third. This contest recognizes and celebrates those truckers out there working hard and doing…
Due to the incoming bad weather soon to be created by Hurricane Laura, truck stops in Louisiana and Texas are shutting down some of their services and keeping the stops on standby to close. Love’s closures: Hardee’s at Love’s 243 in Iowa/Lake Charles, Louisiana, is temporarily closed.Arby’s at Love’s 363…
Electric trucks are making their way to our busy roads but making sure they start out where they are needed most and that there is a framework in place is important to know. This is what the North American Council on Freight Efficiency and the Rocky Mountain Institute have put…