Commercial Trucking News, Events & Information

Who’s Liable When a Driverless Truck Crashes? Safety and Liability in Autonomous Trucking

This comprehensive article explores the evolving landscape of safety and liability in autonomous trucking. Learn how fleets, insurers, regulators, and technology providers are preparing for accidents, lawsuits, and the new rules of the road in a world of driverless trucks.

The Countdown to Net-Zero Trucking: Decarbonization Targets and New EPA Rules Explained

This article unpacks the latest EPA emissions rules and decarbonization targets for U.S. trucking. Discover what’s required, how fleets are adapting, and what the journey to net-zero means for operations, costs, and competitiveness.

How a New English Test Sidelined 6,000 U.S. Truck Drivers and Disrupted the Industry

This in-depth report investigates the sudden removal of 6,000 truck drivers due to new English language testing requirements. Find out how the policy works, who is affected, and what it means for recruitment, safety, and supply chains.

Transfer Learning for Predictive Safety Analytics: Smarter Accident Prevention Through Shared Data

Transfer learning is ushering in a new era of trucking safety analytics by enabling AI models to learn from safety data pooled across multiple companies.

Reduced Trucking Oversight: How Changing Politics Shaped FMCSA Enforcement and Highway Safety

Under the Trump administration, the number of enforcement cases initiated by the agency dropped by almost 60 percent compared to previous years.

When Innovation Hits a Red Light: Aurora’s Fight Against Legacy Truck Safety Rules

Discover why Aurora Innovation is suing the U.S. Department of Transportation over 1970s-era reflective triangle rules.

Trucking Regulations to Watch Out for in 2025

Key trucking regulations to watch out for in 2025, strategies for maintaining compliance, resources for staying updated.

California AB5 Law: A Trucker's Guide to Independence in 2024

Navigating the new reality of California's AB5 law, a regulation that's reshaping what it means to be an independent trucker in America.

2024 DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse: Your Survival Guide

With the new 2024 Clearinghouse requirements, that renewal isn't just paperwork anymore – it's a checkpoint that could make or break his operation.

High-Mileage Semi Trucks: What Fails First After 700,000 Miles

At 700k miles, semis move from “break-in” to “wear-out.” This guide breaks down what fails first—engine, emissions, turbo, cooling, air, transmission, suspension, and electrical—what it costs, how to spot it early, and where TruckProtect fits into a high-mileage strategy.

Top Overlooked Semi Truck Maintenance Items That Cause Breakdowns

Most semi breakdowns don’t come out of nowhere. They start with small, ignored issues in cooling, CAC, sensors, DEF, EGR, and wiring. This guide walks through the 10 most overlooked maintenance items, how they fail, what they cost, and how to catch them before they turn into road

Top 12 Hidden Costs of Running a Vocational Truck Fleet

Vocational trucks do far more than haul; they dig, lift, tow, pump, & compact. This guide breaks down 12 hidden cost drivers in severe duty fleets, what they really add per truck per year, and how smart maintenance, training, and coverage like TruckProtect help control the damage

Commercial Fleet Idling: The Hidden Engine Killer

Idle hours age a commercial truck like hidden miles. This guide shows how idling wrecks engines, DPF, EGR, SCR, turbos, and fuel budgets, what it really costs, how to cut idle time, and where TruckProtect fits when idle-heavy fleets still face big repair bills.

How Turbo Failure Causes Aftertreatment Collapse in Semi Trucks

On modern semis, a bad turbo rarely fails alone. It spikes soot, kills regens, cracks DOC and EGR coolers, overloads SCR, and wipes out sensors. This guide shows how the cascade works, what it costs, how to catch it early, and where TruckProtect fits into the risk equation.

Driving Habits That Reduce Semi Truck Aftertreatment Failures

Most aftertreatment failures are caused by how a truck is driven, not just parts. This guide shows drivers the habits that cut soot, improve regens, protect DPF, DOC, SCR, EGR, and turbo life, and how TruckProtect fits in when inevitable high mile failures still show up.

Heavy Duty Engine Rebuild Costs 2026

Heavy duty engine rebuilds now run $15k–$40k+ once parts, labor, and downtime are included. This guide breaks down in frame vs out of frame costs, brand ranges, root causes, early warning signs, and how smart maintenance plus TruckProtect style coverage keep rebuilds from wreckin

Commercial Aftertreatment Failures, Why Used Work Trucks Break More Often

Used Class 3–7 work trucks look cheap up front, but tired DPF, SCR, EGR, DEF, and sensors turn into the number one hidden cost. This guide shows why emissions fail more on used units, what repairs cost, how duty cycles accelerate damage, and where TruckProtect coverage helps.

High Mileage Semi Truck Failures, What Breaks First After 500,000 Miles?

See what really fails first after 500k miles on a semi, from sensors & DPF to EGR, turbo, injectors, cooling, and transmission, what those repairs cost, how the failure sequence usually unfolds, and how smart maintenance plus TruckProtect style coverage protect high mile trucks.

Off Road vs On Road, How Terrain Destroys Heavy Duty Trucks

See how off road terrain quietly destroys suspensions, frames, axles, cooling, electrical, and aftertreatment on heavy duty vocational trucks, what those failures cost, and how smarter severe duty maintenance plus TruckProtect coverage help construction, logging, and oilfield fle

PTO Related Engine and Transmission Failures in Work Trucks

See how PTO work quietly destroys engines, transmissions, drivelines, cooling, and emissions systems in dump, tow, refuse, utility, and oilfield trucks, what those failures really cost, and how better PTO practices plus TruckProtect coverage help fleets control risk and downtime.

Commercial Trucks Do Not Break Because They Are Weak, They Break Because Of The Work

See how stop and go driving quietly kills commercial truck engines, from soot and turbo wear to cooling, fuel, and emissions damage, what failures really cost, and how smarter maintenance plus TruckProtect coverage help delivery, service, and utility fleets manage the risk.

Vocational Trucks Break Differently, And More Frequently

See the top failures that hit dump, waste, mixer, logging, tow, utility, and oilfield trucks, what drives those breakdowns, what repairs really cost, and how smarter maintenance and TruckProtect coverage help severe duty fleets cut downtime and stabilize repair risk.

Why Box Truck Breakdowns Cost More Than Operators Expect

See what box truck breakdowns really cost, which systems fail most, how repair, rental, and downtime stack up, and how better maintenance and TruckProtect coverage help last mile and regional fleets control risk and keep routes running.

Semi Truck Aftertreatment Failures Explained (DPF, DOC, SCR, EGR)

Learn why modern semi truck aftertreatment systems fail, how DPF, DOC, SCR, DEF, sensors, and EGR actually break, what warning signs to watch, what repairs cost, and how better maintenance and TruckProtect coverage help cut derates, downtime, and surprise invoices.

How Organized Crime Is Targeting Copper Shipments in 2025

Copper theft has surged by 61 percent this year, turning the humble metal into a hot commodity for organized crime rings.

The Real Story Behind Surging U.S.– Mexico and Canada Trucking Rates

As tariff deadlines approached and trade negotiations heated up, both shippers and carriers found themselves in a race against the clock.

2025 Outlook: Moderate Freight Growth and Persistent Challenges in Trucking

Analysts predict moderate freight growth for 2025, but the industry faces ongoing disruptions from regulation, labor shortages, and supply chain volatility, shaping a year of cautious optimism and complex adaptation.

Freight Recession or Realignment? What Carriers Must Watch in 2025

The U.S. freight market has always been cyclical, but 2025 is shaping up to be a year of dramatic transition.

Driverless Doesn’t Mean Jobless: New Roles in an Automated Trucking Industry

As automation transforms the industry, it’s also creating a wave of new roles that blend technology, logistics, and human expertise.

Decarbonizing Diesel: Can Fleets Go Green Without Going Broke?

The challenge for today’s fleet owners isn’t just about embracing the latest technology, it’s about finding practical, affordable ways to reduce emissions and improve sustainability without jeopardizing business viability.

Electric Trucks Are Taking Over: 2025 Fleet Guide to Adoption, ROI & OEMs

In 2025, the U.S. commercial vehicle market is seeing an unprecedented surge in electric truck sales and deployments. According to industry data, more than 12%of new Class 7 and 8 trucks sold nationwide are now electric.

How to Maximize the ROI of Your Trucking Fleet Investments

Explore actionable ways to maximize the ROI of your trucking fleet investments, from cutting costs without cutting corners to adopting innovative technologies that keep your fleet ahead of the curve.

How to Attract and Retain Top Talent in the Trucking Industry

Explore the challenges of driver shortages, strategies for attracting top talent, retention techniques to keep drivers engaged.

How to Build a Sustainable Trucking Business Model

Explore why sustainability matters in trucking, strategies for reducing emissions, cost-effective sustainable practices, the importance of partnering with eco-friendly suppliers.

The Impact of Fuel Price Volatility on Small Trucking Businesses

Explore the challenges small trucking businesses face due to fluctuating fuel costs, practical tips to mitigate these impacts

Top Tax Deductions for Fleet Owners in the Trucking Industry

The trucking industry is full of opportunities, and smart tax strategies can help you make the most of them.

Specialized Freight: Finding Your Profitable Niche in Trucking

While specialized operations offer higher rates, they demand careful financial planning. The investment is higher, but so are the returns. Smart operators carefully analyze potential markets before making significant investments.

The Rise of Last-Mile Delivery and Its Challenges

Last-mile delivery is reshaping the logistics landscape, driving businesses to innovate and adapt. By embracing technological advancements, companies can overcome challenges and seize opportunities.

Reducing Empty Miles: Your Guide to Maximum Revenue

Success in reducing empty miles requires consistent attention to both immediate opportunities and long-term patterns.

The Role of Blockchain in Revolutionizing Freight Management

In this blog, we’ll explore what blockchain is, its applications in freight management, the benefits it offers, the challenges of implementing it, and how it could shape the future of trucking.

How Trucking Companies Can Leverage AI for Route Optimization

AI is no longer a futuristic concept - it’s a practical tool that’s reshaping the trucking industry today.

Explore the top safety gadgets for commercial truck drivers in 2025.

The road ahead may be unpredictable, but with the right safety gadgets, you can navigate it with confidence.

Technology Trends Reshaping the Trucking Industry in 2024

The landscape of trucking technology is undergoing a remarkable transformation in 2024, creating unprecedented opportunities for fleet operators and owner-operators alike.

New Year’s Day Wellness Reset for Truck Drivers

New Year’s Day is a clean slate for owner-operators. This practical wellness reset covers sleep, smarter truck-stop meals, simple movement, stress control, and mindset, so you feel better, stay sharper behind the wheel, and build a healthier 2026.

7 Things Truckers Are Thankful for This Thanksgiving (That Most People Don’t Think About)

Thanksgiving looks different when you run a truck or small fleet. This post shares 7 things truckers are truly thankful for, from on-time loads to fewer surprise repair bills with TruckProtect™.

Nutrition and Healthy Eating on the Road for Owner-Operators

Maintaining a balanced diet is one of the biggest challenges for owner-operators who spend long stretches on the road. With limited healthy options at truck stops and unpredictable schedules, it’s easy to fall into the trap of fast food and snacks.

Integration of Wearable Technology for Truck Drivers

Wearable technology, like fitness trackers and smartwatches—is quickly becoming a must-have for truck drivers. These devices help monitor health, track sleep, and encourage movement, empowering drivers to make smarter choices and maintain their well-being while on the road.

Importance of Mental Health Support for Truck Drivers

Mental health support for truck drivers is essential to their well-being and success. By addressing the challenges of isolation, stress, and fatigue, and providing access to resources and support, the trucking industry can foster a healthier...