Will FMCSA Implement Speed Limiter Mandate on Commercial Trucks? Speed governs just about every daily activity, and we are constantly being told not to eat too fast, or you’ll choke, don’t run too fast, or you’ll fall, and don’t drive too fast, or you’ll have an accident. When it comes to driving…

Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, or Snoop Dogg, whichever artists’ tunes move us on the dance floor, also influence how we move on the road. For truck drivers or anyone spending time behind the wheel, making the right music choice is essential because music influences mood, emotions, and alertness. How does…

April is Distracted Driver Awareness Month, find out what makes a distracted driver and how to avoid it. Millions of people hop into their cars or trucks and hit the road hoping for a smooth and safe journey to their destination, but these people may be putting their lives at risk because a…

In the city of Walcott, just 20 minutes North of the Mississippi River, Iowa 80 Truck Stop beckons drivers to its grandeur, both in size and amenities. Not all truck stops are created equal, and Iowa 80 is no exception. Iowa 80 truck stop both serves and celebrates truck drivers and is rooted in…

On the road again after what seemed like a year-long hiatus, drivers are now faced with record-high gas prices. Factors like pandemic setbacks, war, and other issues contribute to the rise and fall of gas prices affecting commuters and truckers. Truck Drivers Question Causes of Rising Gas…

Addressing Trucking Issues and Challenges Truck Drivers Face The demand for truck drivers continues to increase, pushing driver-focused changes to appeal to prospective drivers. The Biden-Harris Administration is partnering with the Department of Transportation (DOT) to tackle challenges truck…

Two years ago, a virus that shook the world to its core arrived and remains widespread today. The timeline of the COVID19 pandemic shows closures of entire cities, deaths in the thousands, and a vaccine aimed to help but bringing with it one of the biggest debates the nation has seen in a while: to…

At a truck stop diner along a busy highway, four men sit together in discussion, sipping cups of coffee. It's clear who they are from the hats, beards, and things they're saying. They are truck drivers, the unsung heroes of the roads that bring us everything from the clothes on our backs to the…

What Does 2022 Bring for the Future of the Semi-Truck? The new year is well on its way, and innovations for the trucking world are rolling out in the form of new and better semi-trucks. The future of the semi-truck is bright, and with it brings improvements on the classics, as well as all-new…

Tips for Dealing with Ice Challenges When Driving in Winter Recent storms have brought plenty of snow and cold temperatures. When the snow stops falling, the struggles don’t stop because another culprit prepares its debut and its ice. Frozen roads, black ice, frozen car parts continue to be a…