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Diesel prices have surged to over $5.80/gallon in many states, hitting small fleets and independent truckers the hardest. With fuel being over 30% of total operating costs, many drivers are being forced to turn down loads that no longer pay enough to profit

By April 2025, the FMCSA is tightening standards on ELD (Electronic Logging Device) compliance, including deactivating non-certified devices and cracking down on hours-of-service violations flagged by ELD audits.

The FMCSA is expected to finalize a speed limiter mandate in 2025, which could cap trucks at or lower. This rule is raising alarms among owner-operators and small fleet drivers, who argue it could severely impact delivery times, earnings, and safety in mixed-speed traffic zones.

FMCSA to Enforce English Proficiency Requirement for CDL Drivers by January 2025

A CDL may open highways, but it’s the gear you carry that keeps you rolling. Over the past decade Ghost Dog Trucker has surveyed thousands of haulers

Few things rattle a driver more than mile-after-mile of white-line hypnosis. Isolation, erratic sleep, and the constant pressure of delivery windows can grind even veteran truckers down.

Protect Your Cargo. Protect Your Life. Every mile you drive, you carry more than freight — you carry responsibility. That’s why Secure Your Load Day

In an effort to enhance road safety and ensure that all commercial drivers meet stringent qualifications, the Trump administration has intensified scrutiny on Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs). This crackdown aims to eliminate fraudulent licenses and uphold the integrity of the trucking industry.

Philadelphia has recently enacted the "Get Out the Bike Lane" law, aiming to enhance cyclist safety by prohibiting vehicles from stopping, standing, or

In a significant move affecting the trucking industry, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order mandating strict enforcement of English proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers. 

Empty Shelves Ahead: What Truckers Should Know

Layoffs Looming: The Human Cost of the Trade War

Port Slowdowns: The Ripple Effect on Truck Drivers

Tariffs and Trucking: How New Trade

Comprehensive safety training can prevent costly accidents and improve overall efficiency in freight transportation. Regular workshops on...

Women in trucking often advocate for stricter safety protocols and better working conditions. Many female truckers emphasize pre-trip...

With increased scrutiny on road safety, new federal regulations are being introduced to improve freight transportation. Electronic...

One of the biggest mistakes truckers make is failing to check tie-down tension before hitting the road. Using damaged or worn-out straps...

Women are not just driving trucks; they’re also leading trucking companies. Female entrepreneurs are launching logistics and freight...

Artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in load securement, using real-time sensors to detect shifts in cargo. Automated...