Ohio Turnpike seeks to collect more than $5M in unpaid tolls from ‘rogue’ trucking companies
BEREA, Ohio — More than 300 trucking companies in 26 states owe money to the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission for unpaid tolls — and
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- Linda Garner-Bunch has been with The Trucker since 2020, picking up the reins as managing editor in 2022. Linda has nearly 40 years of experience in the publishing industry, covering topics from the trucking and automotive industry to employment, real estate, home decor, crafts, cooking, weddings, high school sports — you name it, she’s written about it. She is also an experienced photographer, designer and copy editor who has a heartfelt love for the trucking industry, from the driver’s seat to the C-suite.
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Oklahoma DOT celebrates winners of 2026 ‘Keep Our Land Grand’ student art contest
Each year, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) sponsors an art contest, encouraging children to create posters encouraging residents and travelers to pick up litter.
TCA Scholarship Fund awards record $182k to 64 students for 2026-27
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has awarded a record-breaking $182,000 to 64 students for the 2026-27 school year. Since its founding in
Texas DOT marks National Work Zone Awareness Week with creative cone creatures
In the U.S., National Work Zone Awareness Day 2026 kicked off Monday, April 20, and continues through Friday, April 24. Law enforcement agencies and state
FHWA’s ‘Freedom to Drive’ initiative aims to eliminate traffic bottlenecks across US
WASHINGTON — The Freedom to Drive initiative, launched April 20, 2026, by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provides an opportunity for states to collaborate with
ITS Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index: Hormuz crisis, capacity squeeze drive first sustained cost Increases since COVID
RENO, Nev. — The ITS Logistics U.S. Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index for April shows all port and rail regions elevated to levels of concern, according
Tired of waiting for corrections to your safety record? FMCSA says updates to DataQs program will speed the process
WASHINGTON — Changes to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) DataQs program will improve turnaround times for truckers awaiting safety record corrections, according to
Prime Inc. to build new regional hub in Georgia’s Spalding County
Prime Inc. has announced plans to establish a new Southeastern Regional hub in Spalding County, Georgia. According to a statement released by Georgia Gov. Brian
Keeping the trucking industry moving: 2026 Technician Appreciation Week set for June 14-20
WASHINGTON — In honor of the hard work and commitment of professional technicians who keep the freight industry rolling, the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and
FTR: February stats point to rapidly deteriorating market for shippers
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) for February 2026 dropped to -11.9. According to an April 14 statement issued by FTR, this reflects
Next Mile NYC and Emerge Career offer CDL training to inmates at Rikers Island
NEW YORK — New York City’s Next Mile NYC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program is now offering services to people in custody on Rikers
Ready or not: CVSA’s 2026 out-of-service criteria is now in effect
April 1 may be a day for pranks and tomfoolery, but this is no joke: Starting today, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) 2026 North
Diesel Laptops founder Tyler Robertson inducted into Howes Hall of Fame
The Trucker Media Group had a chance to visit with Tyler Robertson, founder and CEO of Diesel laptops, along with Rob Howes, president of Howes
2026 PKY Champions announced: Jason Flores takes People’s Choice with ‘Alfalfa Cruiser’
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Winners of the 35th annual PKY Truck Beauty Championship, held during the 2026 Mid America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, were announced
Heading to MATS? Don’t miss Friday night’s free concert
Musical lineup features Frank Foster, Mark Ware and Long Haul Paul The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is excited to announce the return of its highly
MATS to honor class of 2026 Wall of Fame inductees
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Class of 2026 Wall of Fame inductees will be honored for their lasting contributions to trucking during the opening reception at
MATS and 35th annual PKY Truck Beauty Championship set to kick off March 26
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The 2026 Mid America Trucking Show (MATS) is set to launch Thursday morning — along with the 35th annual PKY Truck Beauty
Fleet Advantage announces promotions of key team members
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Fleet Advantage, a provider of specialty financing, fleet data analytics, asset performance services and life cycle cost management, announced in early
CarriersEdge reveals top winners in 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For program
 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Crawford Trucking, Fortigo Freight Services Inc. and FTC Transportation Inc. received the top awards in the 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For
TMC bestows Silver Spark Plug award to 4 industry professionals
NASHVILLE — During the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) Technology & Maintenance Council’s (TMC) 2026 Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition, held March 16-19 in Nashville,