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Tragic Accident in Hayward Parking Lot Highlights Importance of Pedestrian Safety
A recent tragic incident in a Hayward, California, truck parking lot serves as a stark reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety at parking lots. A man who fainted in the parking lot was tragically struck by a vehicle and later died from his injuries. The driver, who reportedly did not see the man lying […]
Texas Invests in Truck Parking to Combat Driver Fatigue and Enhance Safety
In a move that may be considered too little too late by many in the transport industry, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is finally undertaking a $12 million project to expand truck parking capacity at a rest area in Salado, Texas. This long-needed initiative aims to address the growing concerns about truck driver fatigue […]
Industry Veteran Brent Hutto Joins Truck Parking Club as Chief Relationship Officer
Evan Shelley, Co-founder & CEO – Chattanooga, Tennessee – Tuesday, February 25, 2025 I am incredibly excited to announce that Brent Hutto is joining Truck Parking Club as our Chief Relationship Officer. This is a huge moment for us, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome someone of Brent’s caliber to our team. Brent […]
JB Hunt Completes Fleet-Wide Installation of Inward-Facing Cameras Despite Industry Debate
Key Takeaways: J.B. Hunt Transport Services has announced the completion of its fleet-wide inward-facing camera installation program, marking a significant move in the ongoing industry debate over driver monitoring technology. Cost Benefits According to Chief Operating Officer Nick Hobbs during a recent earnings call, the Lowell, Arkansas-based carrier reported a 20% reduction in claims-related costs […]
California Police Thwart Cargo Theft Operation, Recover $23,000 in Stolen Goods
Barstow Police Department successfully interrupted an active cargo theft, arresting seven suspects and recovering more than 100 stolen Shark vacuums valued at over $23,000. Swift Response and Capture The incident began when an alert truck driver contacted police after witnessing multiple individuals stealing cargo from his trailer at a truck stop on Lenwood Road. The […]
Small Trucking Companies Lead the Way in Female Driver Employment, New Study Reveals
The latest Women In Trucking (WIT) Index for 2024-25 has revealed a surprising trend: smaller trucking companies are leading the charge in female driver recruitment, challenging industry assumptions about gender diversity in transportation. Size Matters in Gender Diversity The groundbreaking study shows that companies with fewer than 500 employees report 12.5% of their CDL-holding drivers […]
Trump’s Return to White House Signals Major Policy Shifts for Trucking Industry
In a historic victory making him only the second president to reclaim the White House after losing reelection, Donald Trump’s return to the presidency alongside running mate J.D. Vance has sparked optimistic reactions from the trucking industry, with major associations anticipating sweeping changes to transportation policy and regulation. Industry Leaders Welcome Pro-Business Agenda The American […]
Common Owner Operator Expenses
About 1.7 million truck drivers in the United States are owner-operators. That’s roughly one in every seven drivers who’ve decided to take control of their own rig and their own business. If you’re thinking about joining their ranks – or you’re already managing your own operation – you know it’s not just about the freedom […]
Trucker Sleeping Tips: How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep on the Road
Have you ever noticed how people love complaining about their sleep? Even those with memory foam mattresses, blackout curtains, and perfect thermostats still toss and turn. Now imagine trying to get quality shut-eye while parked at a truck stop, with reefer units humming and lot lights blazing through your windows. Compound that with irregular schedules, […]
Tips & Best Practices for Truck Driving at Night
It’s 2 AM on I-80, and the highway belongs to you. The daytime chaos of four-wheelers and rush hour traffic is replaced by a peaceful rhythm of white lines and tail lights. For many truckers, this is the sweet spot – when the open road truly opens up. But as any experienced driver knows, the […]
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