Christmas this year just got a bit brighter with Pilot Flying J’s newest promotion, the Hauliday Giveaway. Visit their Facebook page and leave a comment under one of the multiple prizes they are giving away and you will be entered to win. There are different prizes per post on different…
Daimler Trucks North America and Portland General Electric are teaming up to create an “Electric Island” in Portland, Oregon. The large charging station will be the first of its kind in the U.S. and will charge medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The “Island” is currently under construction near DTNA’s headquarters in…
There are bridges out there too low for big trucks, lots of them. They either get stuck and need rescuing or become convertibles if they make it through, kind of. The following is a short list of bridges in the U.S. that have claimed many big rigs and have become…
The holidays are a merry and festive time of year, but there are bad people out there who want to take advantage of the trucks carrying all the goods. A data set put together by CargoNet shows that the top things stolen during the holidays are food and beverages, electronics,…
You can now find more trucking parking spaces in Illinois, Georgia, and Arkansas thanks to Love’s Travel Stops. All three locations are open 24/7 and offer truckers many amenities. The Marion, Illinois location is off Interstate 57, has 119 truck parking spots, 10 diesel bays, 7 showers, laundry facilities, a…
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has launched a new service announcing the conditions of roads in Minnesota’s District 6. This area includes Albert Lea, Faribault, Owatonna, Red Wing, Rochester, Wabasha, and Winona. Alerts will include crashes, snowdrifts, low visibility, and icy roads. Minnesota has a hands-free law and asks motorists…
TravelCenters of America Inc. has opened a new TA Express in Carthage, Texas located at Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 59. This new travel center offers 5 diesel fueling stations, 50 truck parking spaces, 4 private showers, laundry facilities, a gaming room, and much more. This new TA Express brings…
It’s not a job for everyone, being alone out on the road all day every day, but there are things you can do to make it less taxing on your mind and body. One of the main concerns within this industry is staying alert, so here are some things you…
In some parts of the country, winter and all its blustery glory has arrived. There are always tips and tricks from truckers out on the roads but here’s a few more you may not know about. Basic items all truckers should have include winter jackets, fuel additives, and chains (if…
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and Attorney General Ashely Moody have teamed up to create the Highway Heroes campaign. Together, they will be asking half a million truck drivers to join the fight against human trafficking. They will be mailing out materials to Florida’s CDL holders…