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The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström found himself stuck in snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing it as the worst weather he has faced in his 30-year trucking career. Nordström, who has operated his own road freight business since the 1990s, had mistakenly assumed that the traffic would be cleared when he took the E22 on Wednesday. Around 1,000 drivers, including himself, learned otherwise when they came to a standstill near Linderöd around 1:45 PM. “The reason for the jam had occurred long before, so I thought the police would have redirected traffic,”…

Trucking Cares Foundation Donates to Next Generation in Trucking Foundation Washington—The Trucking Cares Foundation, which serves as the charitable branch of the trucking industry, has contributed $40,000 to the Next Generation in Trucking Foundation. This nonprofit is focused on engaging and training future professionals in the trucking sector. Funding TruckFit for CDL Training The donation from the Trucking Cares Foundation will support the development of the TruckFit program, which will be integrated into the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training curricula offered to high schools, community and technical colleges, as well as private schools across North America. This program aims to…

The 2025 Ram HD truck lineup was recently introduced at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, but discussing performance is one thing—putting it to the test is another. We were invited to Laughlin, Nevada, to evaluate Ram’s latest HD trucks on the challenging Davis Dam Grade. Why the Davis Dam Grade? This demanding stretch of road is a key performance benchmark for trucks, featuring an 11-mile incline with a gradient of 5 to 6%. Trucks must tackle this ascent while completely loaded and in temperatures exceeding 100°F, all while running the HVAC system at maximum. The objective is to maintain a…

The Mystery of Non-Citizen Truck Drivers by 2025 The ongoing discussion within the trucking industry for 2025 revolves around the presence of non-citizen drivers. Key questions remain unanswered: How many exist? Are they operating safely? Additionally, how will President Donald Trump’s executive order regarding English language proficiency affect these drivers and the issuance of commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to those not permanently living in the U.S.? Current data is lacking. Trump’s order calls for a “review” of non-domiciled CDLs in various states to identify any “unusual patterns” in their issuance. However, organizations such as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,…

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The self-employed truck driver, Niclas Nordström, spent 20 hours trapped in snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway, describing the experience as the worst in his 30-year career. Unexpected Traffic Jam Nordström, who has operated his own freight business since the 1990s, mistakenly thought the congested traffic would be cleared by the time he joined the E22 on Wednesday. Around 1,000 drivers, including himself, found themselves stuck near Linderöd around 1:45 PM. Assumptions and Delays “I presumed the police would have already intervened and routed the traffic elsewhere, but I didn’t think it through,” the 58-year-old told The Local. He felt that…

Garrett Steenblik: An Inspirational Truck Driver Journey Garrett Steenblik’s journey as a truck driver is anything but ordinary; it serves as a powerful source of inspiration. Early in his driving career, Steenblik recognized that his sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy eating habits were endangering his health. He described a life riddled with daily nausea, severe pain, and sleepless nights, compounded by diagnoses of fatty liver disease and ulcers. Additionally, he was struggling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD stemming from a traumatic childhood. In an attempt to cope, Steenblik initially adopted a routine; unfortunately, it was detrimental. He found solace in consuming…

As the heavy-duty truck and vocational sectors adapt to new regulations, pricing fluctuations, and changing fleet needs, Peterbilt executives emphasize that adaptability is key. During a recent press event, the leadership covered various topics, such as new fuel options and the impact of technology on productivity, while also openly discussing the challenges posed by rapidly changing trade policies and tariffs under President Trump. Addressing Tariffs and Trade Uncertainty A pressing concern for manufacturers like Peterbilt is the shifting tariff landscape and its possible effects on production strategies as well as customer pricing. Jake Montero, Peterbilt’s general manager and PACCAR vice…

The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström found himself stranded by snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for an exhausting 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing the conditions as the worst he has ever faced in his three-decade career. Unexpected Traffic Jam Since the 1990s, Nordström has operated his own road freight business. When he took the E22 on Wednesday, he mistakenly believed that the blocked traffic would have been resolved. At around 1:45 PM, he, along with approximately 1,000 other drivers, came to a halt near Linderöd. Assumptions and Realizations “I thought the police had already stopped and diverted traffic…

Shocking Statistics Among HGV Drivers Remarkably, 43% of drivers reported being compelled to use the restroom in their vehicles due to a scarcity of nearby facilities, while 38% admitted to having cleaned themselves in their lorries for the same reason. Risky Behaviors on the Road The survey revealed that 49% of drivers have texted while driving, 9% have dozed off at the wheel, and 56% have changed their clothes in their vehicles, often for privacy or practicality. The Struggles of Life on the Road JW Surety Bonds, which conducted the survey, noted that the life of a professional driver comes…