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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced two pilot programs aimed at exploring more flexibility in truck driver Hours-of-Service (HOS) rules. The initiative seeks to reduce driver fatigue and improve highway safety by giving drivers more control over how they manage their time on the road. The first program, known as the Split Duty Period, would allow participants to pause the 14-hour driving window for a period ranging from 30 minutes to 3 hours. This pause could be...
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved a set of emergency regulations to maintain certainty in the new-v...
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Since June, the FMCSA has required medical examiners to electronically submit commercial drivers’ physical exam re...
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In August, the U.S. trucking industry faced an unexpected setback: Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the temporar...
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Even though Congress recently overturned rules like the Advanced Clean Trucks mandate and the Low NOx Omnibus regulation...
read more...Filing taxes has always been a stressful time for most of us, but 2026 might take that stress to a whole new level — straight into chaos. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is facing a perfect storm of problems that could bring its operations to a standstill, leaving taxpayers stuck in a bureaucratic nightmare. From massive budget cuts and forced tech upgrades to a record-breaking backlog of cases, the IRS is teetering on the edge. Here’s a closer look at why this crisis is coming &m...
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For truckers and small transportation business owners, choosing the right legal structure is not just paperwork—it...
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Becoming an independent trucker is more than just driving—it’s building and running a business. Success in t...
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If you owe the IRS a large amount and can´t afford to pay it in full, there are legal ways to reduce or manage you...
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Yes, the IRS audits truckers—especially owner-operators working as independent contractors—due to the comple...
read more...Every October, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) teams up with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to conduct Operation Safe Driver Week — a nationwide initiative aimed at reducing crashes caused by speeding and aggressive driving. For truck drivers in California, this campaign is more than just a reminder — it’s an opportunity to avoid expensive tickets, improve your company’s safety score, and help keep everyone on the road safe. Applicable Regulations Under...
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After the intensive Brake Safety Week in August, California’s compliance and highway safety calendar for the truck...
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Driving a truck in California isn’t just about getting there fast—it’s about getting there safely and ...
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Throughout July, California transportation authorities will intensify inspections of commercial vehicles as part of the ...
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In California, every commercial vehicle must comply with mandatory inspections to ensure safety and proper operation on ...
read more...Long hours behind the wheel, the loneliness of the open road, and overnight stops at remote truck stops can push many drivers to turn to pornography as a quick way to relieve stress or kill time. But overdoing it can turn into a habit that hurts not just your sex life, but also your mental health and relationships. According to the American Psychological Association, heavy porn use has been linked to rising cases of erectile dysfunction in men under 40 — even in those with no physical heal...
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For decades, heavy-duty trucking has been seen as a man’s world. Yet more and more women are getting behind the wh...
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Driving a truck is a demanding profession—for both men and women. Long hours behind the wheel, irregular rest, rus...
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For truckers in California over the age of 50, growing older doesn\'t mean the end of sex—it means a new chapter. ...
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a silent threat that can travel with you without a single symptom. As the most common sexu...
read more...For years, truckers’ mental health has been pushed aside — but today, it matters more than ever. Spending 10+ hours behind the wheel, far from family, under constant delivery pressure can lead to chronic stress, anxiety, and even depression. And it’s not just the driver who suffers — these issues affect road safety and the performance of the entire fleet. Why It Matters • The FMCSA estimates that 13% of truck crashes are linked to fatigue or lack of focus. • APA...
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The life of a trucker involves long hours behind the wheel, irregular rest schedules, and often an unbalanced diet. This...
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Spending long hours behind the wheel as a professional driver in California can worsen asthma symptoms—especially ...
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Fast Food, Real Pain: Gut Problems Behind the Wheel Life on the road brings constant health challenges—especially ...
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For most professional drivers, respiratory health isn´t high on the priority list. Yet, spending long hours in a c...
read more...When we talk about safety in heavy-duty trucking, most folks think about brakes, lights, or hours of rest. But one of the most critical—and often most overlooked—factors is right under the truck: tire tread depth. On Class 7 and 8 vehicles, hauling tons of freight and racking up thousands of miles every month, knowing and maintaining the proper tread depth isn’t just a technical box to check—it’s a matter of safety, efficiency, and staying compliant with the law. Wh...
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In freight transport, a single mechanical detail can make the difference between a safe trip and costly downtime. Accord...
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Out on the road, every minute matters. A minor breakdown during a long haul can quickly turn into hours of delay—u...
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In professional driving, seeing and being seen isn´t just essential—it´s the law. That´s why mai...
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One of the most dangerous risks for commercial trucks on the road is brake system fires. These incidents not only threat...
read more...Digitalization has finally reached truck tire inspections, thanks to a game-changing solution: Anyline’s tread scanner. This tool turns any smartphone into a precision measuring device using artificial intelligence and computer vision. Just point your phone’s camera at the tire, and the app instantly creates a digital model that records tread depth and sidewall information. According to the company, this innovation drastically cuts inspection time and delivers far more consistent dat...
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The future of trucking in the United States is under dispute. Major manufacturers —Daimler, International, Paccar,...
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In the trucking industry, every gallon of fuel matters. As fuel prices continue to fluctuate, tire manufacturers are ste...
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In a state like California, where millions of vehicles crowd the highways every day, traffic management is not just a co...
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During the 2024 International Roadcheck, held from May 14 to 16 by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), a tota...
read more...Imagine your truck warning you in real time the moment you roll into a restricted zone — or when you’re just about to hit your delivery point. That’s the power of geofencing: creating “virtual fences” around specific areas that trigger alerts or automatic actions the moment you cross them. Today, many California trucking companies are already using this technology to improve safety, streamline routes, and cut costs. How It Works Geofencing uses GPS, Wi-Fi, or cellul...
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Freight transportation in California faces multiple challenges: from strict regulations by the California Highway Patrol...
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Technology is here to stay in the trucking industry. In California—where environmental regulations, operational ef...
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Amid a growing shortage of skilled automotive and truck technicians in California, virtual reality (VR) innovations are ...
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The use of smart cameras in commercial trucks has become a key tool for enhancing road safety, minimizing legal risks, a...
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