Trucking News Let’s take a look at the industry news from a busy March with news about truck parking, regulation enforcement, and more. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy some trucking news that you might have missed. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X for industry news and updates! Parking Pilot plans to build 10 new locations and add 500 truck parking spaces – Pilot Travel Centers LLC recently said it continues to prioritize strategic growth in 2024 with plans to add 35 travel centers and remodel more than 75 locations across its network. It is also expanding its truck ma ..read more

2024 Spring Road Restrictions Starting March 15 through June 10 at the latest, Manitoba Spring Road restrictions will be in effect. What Drivers Need to know about Spring Road Restrictions Drivers should be prepared for detours, especially in rural communities. Different jurisdictions and roads have different regulations, before you head out, plan your route and become familiar with the weight restrictions for the roads you may be taking. Even when empty, tractor-trailers will be overweight if the road is restricted to 90%. Your steering axle will put you overweight. We really need to stay co ..read more

What’s New in Trucking Welcome to 2024! While we are all trying to make the switch from the holiday season, truckers keep trucking and the industry keeps moving. Let’s look at the trucking news that we think are the most compelling news stories shaping the trucking industry from December. From parking issues, to predatory towing, to infrastructure announcements – December was a busy time in trucking! So sit back and stay up-to-date with trucking news. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X for industry news and updates! Truck Parking Montana Flying J truck stop to shut down – The Broadway  ..read more

CVSA 2024 Enforcement & Inspection Blitz Schedule The CVSA has its 2024 schedule for its major safety enforcement initiatives. These initiatives include the International Roadcheck, Operation Safe Driver, and Brake Safety Week. Each year the CVSA works with the trucking industry to improve road safety. Their enforcement efforts include working with Canadian and Mexican enforcement during major enforcement initiatives. CVSA Programs in 2024 International Roadcheck May 14 – 16, 2024 – Roadcheck is the largest targeted enforcement program on commercial motor vehicles in the world, with nearly ..read more

Trucking News Let’s take a look at the industry news from a busy November with news about truck parking, regulation enforcement, and more. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy some trucking news that you might have missed. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X for industry news and updates! Parking Indiana Adds 225 Truck Parking Spots at I-65 Rest Areas – Truckers traveling in Indiana on Interstate 65 now have more than 200 new parking spaces available to them after Gov. Eric Holcomb and other officials on Oct. 24 opened a revamped Kankakee Welcome Center, which is located about ..read more

Roadcheck May 14-16, 2024 The Commercial Vehicle Safety Administration (CVSA) will hold Roadcheck 2024 on May 14-16, 2024. This year, Roadcheck will focus on two priorities – tractor protection systems and alcohol and controlled substance possession. Controlled substance and alcohol possession/use remains a significant concern for motor carriers, drivers and the general public. The number of prohibited drivers listed in the U.S. Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (DACH) has been increasing. This alarming trend poses a threat to all motorists who travel on roadways throughout North Americ ..read more

Easy Meals for Truck Drivers Do you love meatloaf? Who doesn’t? It’s easy to make, easy to store, and reheats well, which makes it perfect for a truck driver’s schedule. Not to mention, ground beef is a wonderful source of protein. When you make meatloaf in a muffin tin, you can make various changes to keep this recipe a go-to and still have some fun variety. Plus, these are good for around five days when refrigerated and are freezer-friendly. Ingredients: Ground Beef. Chopped Green Pepper add as much as you’d like. Chopped Onion add as much as you like but keep in mind that onion can quickly ..read more

What’s New in Trucking Welcome to our January trucking news roundup of what we think are the most compelling news stories shaping the trucking industry. As the new year unfolds, the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, impacting operations across the board. From crucial updates on regulations to discussions around truck parking solutions and ongoing efforts to enhance trucking safety, enjoy valuable insights into the trends and challenges driving the industry forward. Grab a cup of coffee and delve into the headlines below to stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in truck ..read more

Winter Trucking Maintenance You may or may not know that our Maintenance Manager Alex Downey publishes a quarterly article in Western Canada Highway News magazine. Below is an excerpt from his article that was just published in the Winter Edition beginning on page 76. Snowflakes and Wrenches: Revving Up for Winter Maintenance Trucking in the great white North comes with several challenges that are all too familiar. On average, temperatures drop and stay below zero degrees Celsius between November and May, even though it feels like we get about thirteen months of winter every year. Tackling sli ..read more

Trucking Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Yeah, winter came on suddenly and slightly early this year. But it feels like that every year around this time. And a little bit of winter doesn’t keep the wheels from turning. That’s trucking! Let’s take a look at the industry news from a busy October with news about truck parking, regulation enforcement, and more. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy some trucking news that you might have missed. Trucking Compliance Speeding tops list of infractions by truck drivers during Operation Safe Driver Week – While the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Allianc ..read more