This Trucker Was Shot After Receiver Turned Him Away. Now He’s Suing.
Former marine and a trucking veteran of 43 years, Jerry Matson, arrived a little early to drop off his load one night. The receiver turned him away, refusing…
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Governor Haslam Claims Truckers Want Higher Diesel Taxes
In an attempt to sell his proposed transportation funding plan, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam is claiming that truckers are supporting an increase in diesel taxes.
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NHTSA Releases Report On Fatal Tesla Auto-Pilot Crash
Back in May of 2016, a Tesla vehicle with Autopilot mode engaged collided with a tractor-trailer in a fatal crash that caught the nation’s attention. Now, the National…
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Truck Stop Companies Trying To Prevent Even Basic Amenities At Public Rest Areas
Truck parking is a huge issue. If drivers had more safe parking options available to them, they would be better rested, more productive, less stressed, and safer –…
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OOIDA Will Appeal ELD Fight To Supreme Court
The Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association has just been dealt a blow by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit over their lawsuit against the controversial…
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Recall Notice: Volvo Recalls Thousands Of Trucks Over Braking Issue
Volvo announced last week that they will be recalling over 6,000 trucks due to possible errors on vehicles that could lead to brake issues and an increased crash…
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