A Virginia lawmaker is drafting legislation in response to a weather incident and crashes that left hundreds of drivers stranded on I-95 for 24 hours
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Category: Safety
New Jersey rolls out real-time traffic alert system for truckers
This week, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced the implementation of a traffic alert system designed to keep commercial vehicle drivers aware of
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Trucker Path reveals truck parking trends in Canada, U.S.
Truckers who find themselves on the road Christmas Day have the gift of ample parking to look forward to. Trucker Path data indicates truck parking
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A first-timer’s guide to winter truck driving: Driver’s Education
Winter driving is part of a professional driver’s life in Canada, and it must be taken seriously. Nothing can prepare you for the pucker-inducing moment
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Western Star trucks recalled for electrical, steering issues
Western Star recalling more than 7,600 trucks Two recalls from Daimler Trucks North America will impact more than 7,600 Western Star trucks, according to National
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Survey: Truck Tech Helps Drivers Feel Safer on the Road
A report from smart fleet solutions provider Zonar, finds the need for safety improvements industry wide, despite advancements in commercial trucking technology and safety precautions.
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Entry-level training to get trucking licence in N.W.T. will be mandatory as of January
More training is needed but the new program might not make better drivers, says truck driving school owner Northwest Territories residents who want to get
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2,714 violations discovered during surprise five day hazmat/dangerous goods inspection blitz
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) released the results from an unannounced inspection effort targeting trucks hauling hazmat or dangerous materials. The surprise Hazardous Materials/Dangerous
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Inspections boost safety on slick roads
A thorough pre-trip inspection (PTI) will keep everyone safe on the road as winter looms around the corner. A driver should never compromise on the
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Trucker training welcomed
Instructor welcomes new mandatory training for truck drivers A North Okanagan truck driving instructor with more than four decades experience behind the wheel welcomes mandatory
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