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The word “credit” in the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) suggests the law applies to applications for loans and credit cards, which it does. However, the FCRA covers other areas that have an impact on your daily life, from housing to insurance rates … to employment opportunities.  If you’re one of the many professional truck […]

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Roadmaster Drivers School is unveiling a $1.5 million renovation of its Jackson, Miss. training facility, featuring completely resurfaced CDL training, testing areas and upgraded instructional spaces. “A career in truck driving offers a real chance for economic stability,” said Brad Ball, president of Roadmaster. “This investment isn’t just about upgrading a […]

If you’ve ever sat on an airplane and listened to the safety spiel before takeoff, you know the importance of placing your own oxygen mask before helping others. But how often do we prioritize our physical well-being outside of an aircraft emergency? To be honest, probably not frequently enough. Self-care is vital, especially for professional […]

“It’s not ‘coming,’ it’s here. It’s like ‘Veni, vidi, vici’ — I came, I saw, I conquered.” This  statement, made by Ann Rundle, ACT Research’s vice president of electrification and autonomy, was the first point made during an online conference held in November 2025. Rundle’s comment wasn’t meant to imply that autonomous vehicles (AVs) have […]

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — For the first time in the U.S., a roadway has wirelessly charged an electric heavy-duty truck driving at highway speeds, demonstrating key technology that could help lower the costs of building electrified highways for all electric vehicles to use. “With this breakthrough system, Purdue has shown that powering large commercial vehicles […]

U.S. sales of new, Class 8 trucks hit their lowest month of the year in October, according to data received from Omdia . Manufacturers reported sales of 14,690 to the agency, down 9.5% from September sales of 16,228. It was the fourth consecutive month of declining sales. Compared with October 2024, new truck sales declined […]

Truck drivers face unique health challenges due to long hours on the road, sedentary behavior, and irregular eating patterns.   November is American Diabetes Month. The month-long drive to raise awareness of and push for a cure for diabetes may be nearly over, but controlling diabetes is important every day of the year – particularly for […]

Over the past decade, rates of diabetes have been increasing at an alarming rate, particularly type 2 diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that nearly 15% of adults in the U.S. has diabetes — with nearly a quarter of those being undiagnosed and another 11% of the adult population meeting criteria […]

Now you’ll need to decide who will perform maintenance on your new machine? You’ll have to plan for preventative maintenance, of course. Manufacturers recommend regular oil changes and although more bearings and joints are “permanently” lubricated than in the past, grease is still used. Additionally, a pair of expert eyes underneath the truck can identify […]

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has recognized professional truck drivers John Patterson, Dee Leatherwood, Kevin Wojtasiak, Amy Cataldo, Alexander Smith, Kevin Olsen, Jeanine Reinhard and Terry Walde as TCA Highway Angels because of their acts of heroism while on the road. Here are their stories. John Patterson Melton Truck Lines, Tulsa, Oklahoma John Patterson TCA […]