Trucking News

Tolerating double brokering means tolerating fraud. The Wall Street Journal published an article on April 26 about the surge in load board fraud and double brokering. According to the article, Truckstop, a leading load board provider, reported a 400% increase in fraud cases from Q4 2021 to Q4 2022, the highest level recorded since 2004. […]

The Georgia Department of Transportation is preparing to address a significant pothole issue on Interstate 75. Motorists and truckers have expressed safety concerns due to the deteriorated road condition on both the northbound and southbound sides of Interstate 75 between the Sardis Church Road exit and exit 149. In February, the Georgia Department of Transportation

Amidst the media focus on electric vehicles, Peterbilt has provided assurance to its customers that the long hood conventional truck will remain a steadfast presence in the foreseeable future, as demonstrated by the launch of the Model 589. This new model replaces the beloved Model 389, a traditional-styled truck that had gained significant popularity. The

Recently, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) collaborated on an enforcement campaign with a specific focus on addressing unsafe driving practices within construction zones. They launched a comprehensive traffic campaign known as “Operation Yellow Jacket” in the northeastern region of Pennsylvania. During this five-week-long operation, PSP troopers closely monitored

Starting from 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 11th, the Michigan Department of Transportation has decided to remove seasonal weight restrictions that were previously placed on all state trunkline highways throughout the state. These highways are typically identified with M, I, or US designations. During the spring frost thaw period, weight restrictions are put in place,

A man from Leland, North Carolina, has been given a prison sentence of six months along with three years of probation for his involvement in fraudulent activities. The man was found guilty of applying for COVID relief funds on behalf of a fictitious trucking company. The federal authorities uncovered the fraud and sentenced the man

A House of Representatives bill has been introduced that would prevent the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) from mandating speed-limiting technology on most heavy-duty trucks. The bill has garnered mixed reactions from major trucking industry advocacy groups, with some supporting it while others are opposed to it. Oklahoma Republican representative, Josh Brecheen, introduced a

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has given the green light to significant changes that will require trucking fleets to switch from diesel-powered trucks to electric vehicles. This move is set to bring about a sweeping transformation in the trucking industry, as companies will have to adapt to the new regulations and find ways to

Next week, truck enthusiasts and drivers alike have two chances to witness an impressive lineup of custom and operational trucks. From May 11th to May 13th, the Kenly 95 truck stop, situated in Kenly, North Carolina, approximately 45 miles southeast of Raleigh and conveniently located off Interstate 95, is hosting its 11th Annual East Coast