March 12, 2026
Ed Heard’s Career Journey Ed Heard’s career path is a testament to seizing opportunities. Although he never set out to be a truck driver, he is now a finalist for one of the highest accolades in the industry — the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) association’s 2023-24 Driver of the Year award. The Surprising Nomination […]
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February 12, 2026
There’s currently a significant buzz surrounding non-domiciled CDLs, with opinions circulating widely in headlines and across social media. However, for the actual drivers affected by these changes, much of the discourse does not reflect their reality at the DMV or in their daily lives. This situation involves drivers who have maintained clean records for over […]
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January 8, 2026
A Call to Action for Driver Health Truck drivers form the foundation of global logistics and freight transport; however, their health and safety are often overlooked. This conversation highlights the urgent necessity for drivers to prioritize their own health, as their well-being is crucial to the efficiency of the entire transportation system and the global […]
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October 14, 2025
Owner-Operator Protest Continues in Washington On May 5, the owner-operator protest entered its fifth day in Washington, D.C., with rain expected. Still, the protesters plan to stay on Constitution Avenue until they secure a meeting at the White House. Protest participant Janet Sanchez expressed determination: “I’m full of energy and ready to keep going. I […]
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September 23, 2025
Trigger Warning: This article discusses themes of suicide and depression that may be distressing for some readers. Incident Overview On April 24, 2018, the Detroit police were alerted about a man threatening to jump from an overpass over Interstate 696. Officers and crisis negotiators promptly arrived at the location and devised an innovative plan to […]
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September 21, 2025
Truck Driving and the Lifelong Journey of Finn Murphy TERRY GROSS, HOST: Welcome to FRESH AIR. I’m Terry Gross. As someone who drives a compact car, I was intrigued by the life of Finn Murphy, who navigates a 70,000-pound truck with a 53-foot trailer. In his memoir, The Long Haul, Murphy shares his experiences from […]
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July 27, 2025
Mandatory Accident Cover for Truck Drivers The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is advocating for an amendment to the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988. The proposed changes aim to mandate a personal accident insurance coverage of at least ₹1.5 million (approximately $18.9k) for truck drivers, co-drivers, and helpers associated with commercial trucks. Group […]
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June 4, 2025
WASHINGTON — In response to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s request for comments in April aimed at eliminating burdensome regulations, the trucking industry voiced its concerns. Out of nearly 900 deregulatory suggestions submitted to DOT, about 30% focused on regulations impacting truck drivers and motor carriers. This effort is part of the department’s implementation of […]
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May 25, 2025
Mandatory English Proficiency for Truck Drivers Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy issued an order on Tuesday mandating that commercial truck drivers be proficient in English. Non-Compliance Consequences According to the new rules, drivers who do not meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s English-language proficiency standards will be removed from service. Emphasis on Safety “America First […]
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May 22, 2025
Chris Herb, president and CEO of Connecticut Energy Marketers Association, speaks during a Nov. 13, 2023 press conference.Credit: Hugh McQuaid / CTNewsJunkie Fuel Sellers and Trucking Industry Oppose New Vehicle Regulations On Monday, representatives from fuel sellers and Connecticut’s trucking sector intensified their opposition to a proposal aimed at banning the sale of new gas-powered […]
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