Truck Parking News

The trucking industry in New Jersey is sounding the alarm over impending electric vehicle regulations set to take effect in 2025. Industry organizations are urging legislative leaders to hold hearings and address the potential impact of these regulations on the state’s trucking sector and the wider economy. At the heart of the issue lies the …

New Jersey Trucking Industry Braces for Impact of Electric Vehicle Regulations Read More »

Truck Parking Club compiled information from the Department of Energy to illustrate EV regulations and support in states across the nation.

Truck Parking Club mapped data from the Energy Information Administration to identify where Americans purchase the most and least gasoline.

Proposed Development Sparks Controversy SOUTH SIOUX CITY, Iowa — Residents of South Sioux City are voicing their concerns en masse about a new development project planned for the area. The proposed site along Golf Road, near a local college complex, would quickly transform up to 15 acres of prime land into a parking lot for …

Iowa Residents Raise Issues with Planned Garbage Truck Lot Read More »

Former President Donald Trump, well known for his strong support of the wider trucking industry, particularly owner-operators, has announced his running mate for the upcoming election.  Ohio Republican Senator J.D. Vance, selected as Trump’s vice-presidential candidate at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, has a record of supporting key legislative priorities for truck drivers. Support …

Trump’s New VP Supports Truck Parking, Opposes Speed Limiters Read More »

During the height of the Covid pandemic, the trucking industry experienced an unprecedented boom. While consumers were confined to their homes, they were ordering goods at an extraordinary rate, with the supply chain inevitably struggling to keep up.  Susan Reynolds, a 44-year-old single mother of four, saw this as an opportunity to make her dream …

Truckers’ Post-Pandemic Struggles: From Boom to Bust Read More »

The American Petroleum Institute (API), the nation’s largest oil and gas industry association, has taken legal action against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its new heavy-duty vehicle emissions standards. The lawsuit, filed in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, sees API joined by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and several farming organizations as …

OOIDA Files EPA Lawsuit Over Truck Rule Read More »

News of a revival in the US trucking sector has been somewhat overstated of late, as industry data indicates a continued struggle with negative growth expected for the remainder of the year. Despite occasional optimistic forecasts, however, the numbers tell a different story.  The CASS Freight Index, which had shown some improvement in the first …

US Trucking Market Faces Uphill Battle Through 2024 Read More »

The growl of diesel engines may soon be accompanied by a quieter hum as the trucking industry witnesses a growing shift towards electric vehicles (EVs). Major companies are investing heavily in electric truck fleets, spurred by environmental concerns, potential cost savings, and advancements in battery technology.  This transition, however, raises questions about the infrastructure needed …

Electric Trucks on the Horizon: A Charge for Change in the Trucking Industry Read More »

A surge in theft and vandalism at truck stops and rest areas is casting a shadow over the trucking industry, raising concerns about driver safety and the security of valuable cargo. Reports of break-ins, stolen goods, and damaged equipment are becoming increasingly common, adding another layer of stress to an already demanding profession. “It’s a …

Rising Crime Wave at Truck Stops: A Growing Threat to Drivers and Cargo Read More »