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'Driverless' trucking depends on lidar from 'Chinese Military Company' Hesai
'Driverless' trucking companies Aurora, Kodiak and Waabi have been picking up steam, but reliance on sensor technology from Hesai...
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Trucking awaits Congress’ next move on highway funds
The $36.8 billion funding lapse affects road, safety and bridge projects across the country as states and localities try to plan ahead.
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1K violations, 400 OOS in two-day Arkansas enforcement blitz | Latest recalls
As part of the national Operation Highway Shield coordination between state and federal enforcement officials, 393 trucks and...
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31 North Carolina gas stations under investigation after complaints of failing to pass fuel tax savings on to drivers
North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson said that dozens of gas stations are under investigation after consumer complaints that they failed to pass along gas and diesel tax savings on to...
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Freight surge pushes Venezuelan oil exports to 8-month low
Global shipping costs soared after ongoing fighting upended flows from the Middle East and Russia, sending ships on longer voyages to secure supplies.
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AIT to acquire Australia's Connor Anderson International
AIT Worldwide Logistics agreed to acquire Sydney-based freight forwarder Connor Anderson International, expanding AIT’s operations in Australia.
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Over 230 arrested in 15-state crackdown targeting ‘public safety threats in the trucking industry’
On Monday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced hundreds of arrests during a recent operation targeting unqualified commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders and other violators...
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Washington troopers to conduct two-day commercial vehicle chain enforcement on Snoqualmie Pass
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) will conduct a two-day operation to ensure that commercial vehicle drivers are carrying the required tire chains. On November 3 and 4, 2026, the WSP will conduct...
Enforcement news means increased inspections. New drivers should know inspection procedures.
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Stopped Trucks Carry Hidden Risk
A truck stopped on the highway shoulder is a hidden risk. KLLM Transport paired Fleetworthy Safety+ alerts with one rule: call every driver. Unauthorized stops fell to near zero.
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TFI’s Bédard bemoans ‘broken record’ of disappointment in LTL
Longtime Chairman and CEO Alain Bédard told analysts and investors during TFI’s third-quarter 2026 earnings call that the carrier plans to raid its peers for manager replacements.
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Fugitive arrested for triple fatality crash caused by attempt to pass semi truck in no passing zone, Florida officials...
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) arrested a man wanted on multiple counts of vehicular homicide for a 2024 crash that killed three people. On October 29, 2026, FHP’s Criminal Alien Apprehension Team...
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Truck driver cited after losing ‘entire load of gravel’ on North Dakota highway
North Dakota troopers asked truck drivers to make sure their loads are secured following a major gravel spill in Mercer County. On October 30, 2026, a commercial truck “lost its entire load of...
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Historic trucking company founders inducted into trucking hall of fame
The founders of C.R. England, Groendyke and Peterbilt were inducted into the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame...
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Three dead after car collides with tractor trailer parked on I-95 shoulder, Florida troopers say
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to a multiple fatality crash in Martin County on Saturday night. The crash occurred shortly after 11 p.m. on October 31, 2026, on I-95 northbound between...
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Load One drives efficiency in time-critical freight with in-house AI control tower
Load One has developed an in-house suite of seven AI agents and a centralized control tower to automate quoting, tracking, and...
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Authorities ask truckers for help catching escaped inmate who may have visited Illinois truck stop
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) put out a call for assistance from truck drivers in catching an escaped inmate. On October 30, the TBI asked for help from truck drivers in locating...
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North Dakota troopers ask motorists to use caution passing after SUV strikes turning commercial vehicle
The North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) asked motorists to “slow down before you pass” after a crash involving an SUV and a turning commercial truck. On October 29, 2026, NDHP responded to a crash on...
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FMCSA takes aim at HOS, SMS updates
The FMCSA has set its sights on further hours-of-service flexibility and enhancing its safety measurement system in the coming weeks and months.
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FMCSA Safety Chief touts Motus success despite struggles
FMCSA Chief Safety Officer Steve Dowling said this week that Motus 'has had its challenges,' yet has still blocked 'thousands...
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Kentucky troopers find ‘numerous tire-related issues’ at I-24 scale facility
The Kentucky State Patrol (KSP) highlighted numerous serious tire defects uncovered by monitoring technology at a scale facility in Kuttawa this week. On October 28, 2026, KSP Public Information...
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FedEx Freight goes hunting after initial consolidation
The company’s revenue was $2.442 billion in the three months that ended Sept. 30, an increase of 8.1% compared with $2.259 billion in the same period a year earlier.
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XPO’s higher Q3 volume, profit powered by SMB, grocery wins
Greenwich, Conn.-based XPO benefited from improved freight market conditions and customer service, the executives told analysts and investors.
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$134 million inland port opens, expected to cut commercial truck traffic on Atlanta and Georgia highways
This week, officials opened a new inland terminal in northeastern Georgia in a move to boost the state’s supply chain performance. On October 29, 2026, Governor Brian Kemp and the Georgia Ports...
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Super Ego returns, bans non-domiciled, non-English speaking drivers
Super Ego comes roaring back to life, promising a pivot to safety after going quiet for months following bombshell allegations...
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