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I often wonder: Do we really have a mental health crisis? Or is it actually a movement crisis that’s creating a ripple effect between our minds, emotions and bodies? Now, before you scroll away, thinking I’m dismissing the seriousness of mental health — let me be clear: I’m not! However, after working with thousands of […]

WASHINGTON  — In the wake of the abolishment of California’s Advanced Clean Trucks rules, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, is announcing his intent to place a blanket hold on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) nominations, […]

In a market fraught with uncertainty, U.S. sales of both new and used Class 8 trucks remained strong in April, while orders for future purchase hit a 59-month low. According to data received from Wards Intelligence, 18,078 new, Class 8 trucks were reported sold in April. That number is down 604 trucks from March’s 18,682, […]

WASHINGTON — With the abolishment of the California’s Advanced Clean Trucks rules, reactions are pouring in — both in support of the move and from those against it. U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) Padilla, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, […]

Bizarre towing incident on Houston's North Loop sparks concern from witnesses KHOUDangerous towing incident causes chaos on North Loop freeway ABC13 HoustonWild video shows towed car swinging around highway — with terrified driver inside: ‘Like a scene from Fast & Furious’ New York PostVideo Bizarre towing incident leads to chaos on Houston freeway ABC NewsJury-Rigged […]

Dangerous towing incident causes chaos on Houston freeway ABC7 New YorkDangerous towing incident on North Loop happened after car axle broke off, driver's girlfriend told police, HPD said ABC13 HoustonVideo Bizarre towing incident leads to chaos on Houston freeway ABC NewsBizarre towing incident on Houston's North Loop sparks concern from witnesses KHOUBizarre towing incident leads […]

This year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will conduct its annual International Roadcheck this week, from Tuesday, May 13, through Thursday, May 15. While the equipment focus of this year’s inspection blitz will be on tires, inspectors across North America will be conducting full inspections that encompass all aspects of equipment safety, along with […]

Are you thinking about looking for a new job? If so, you’re not the only one; it’s a common reaction of many drivers during tough economic times for the trucking industry. With freight rates so low, carriers can’t be as choosy about which loads they haul, so drivers often see their overall miles decline, in […]

WASHINGTON — The trucking industry is applauding steps to overturn California EV mandates. “The American Trucking Associations (ATA) commends the House of Representatives for passing two key resolutions that will undo damaging emissions regulations set by California and prevent the Golden State from setting de facto national emissions policies in the future,” ATA said. “Earlier […]

While the public is concerned about instability in the stock market due to the Trump administration’s policy on tariffs, the trucking industry is focused on another area — freight. As pointed out in an April 22 report from ACT Research, 20% to 25% of U.S. surface freight is involved — one way or another — […]