A bill has been endorsed by North Dakota’s legislative panel that will increase the speed limit from 75 mph to 80 mph on two major interstates. The bill will now make its way to the House Appropriations Committee to consider the financial impact of this change. Local officials will still…
Indiana lawmakers are considering allowing heavy loads on its highways. Currently, trucking companies are struggling to keep up with loads along with a shortage of drivers. If more weight is allowed, that means more freight gets to where it’s needed faster. The proposal is for permits of up to 120,000-pound…
Winter weather driving is not fun and can be quite dangerous for everyone, especially if you driving a large truck. When the roads get really bad, it’s smarter to just stay off of them. In 2018, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation took it one step further and starting banning commercial…
Love’s Travel Stops has added more truck parking across the country by opening four new Stops in four states in a single day. Each location is open 24/7 and offers many amenities. The James Town, Wyoming location offers 87 truck parking spaces, 9 diesel bays, 7 showers, laundry facilities, a…
Peterbilt Motors Company has rolled out its newest truck, the Model 579. They have made improvements in aerodynamics, comfort, technology, and other advanced systems. This is Peterbilt’s most aerodynamic and fuel-efficient model thanks to the exterior design, the hood, the new engine, and transmission. This model also comes with a…
The American Trucking Associations’ Technology and Maintenance Council, the Arkansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Skills Development, and Be Pro Be Proud have developed a new game app to help find new diesel technicians. According to TechForce foundation, there is a shortage of 25,000 diesel technicians throughout the trucking industry….
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has set the dates for this year’s International Roadcheck for May 4-6. This Roadcheck is out there to help raise awareness of highway rules, safety regulations, and the North American Standard Inspection Program. Over this time period, commercial vehicle inspectors in Canada, the U.S., and…
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association and close to 60 organizations have teamed up to fight against the possible hike in minimum insurance for carriers. A letter has been sent to the House of Transportation and Infrastructure Committee discouraging the price hike. Last year, the bill made it through the House…
Rhode Island’s Governor has put out a tractor-trailer ban from all highways in the state. This ban started yesterday, Monday, February 1, at 5 a.m., and is for all tractor-trailers excluding those carrying emergency supplies. The winter storm is set to bring strong winds and heavy snow and will lead…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued an order at the end of January stating that persons on conveyances and transportation hubs are required to wear a mask. This includes anyone onboard to wear masks for the duration of their travels including those operating the transportation hubs. Public…