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FMCSA Probes Fatal Florida U-Turn Crash Amid CDL and Safety Oversight Concerns

A truck driver involved in a deadly Florida Turnpike crash held a valid CDL despite failing an English proficiency test and being in the U.S. illegally. FMCSA has launched an investigation into the driver and his carrier, sparking fresh debate over driver licensing, training, and more.

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Speakers stand in front of Republic Services’ new Mack LR Electric refuse truck at a Chicago launch event with ComEd and Mack Trucks.

Mack LRs Power Chicago's First Electric Refuse Fleet

Republic Services introduced Chicago’s first electric refuse trucks, marking a step toward cleaner, quieter waste collection across the city.

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Matt Schrap said he'll continue to advocate for truckers and making ZEVs work in the real world in his new position at Forum Mobility. - Image: HDT Graphic

Q&A: Forum Mobility’s Matt Schrap on Helping Drayage Fleets Transition to Electric Trucks

The former Harbor Trucking Association CEO explains why he joined Forum Mobility and how the drayage fleets he's advocated for can navigate California’s zero-emission future.

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Walking the Fine Line on Truck Owner-Operator Classification

Owner-operators give trucking fleets flexibility, but could trigger lawsuits and penalties if you treat these independent contractors too much like employee drivers. Learn best practices and potential pitfalls.

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California Under Fire Over Clean Truck Partnership

Truck makers say they're caught in the crossfire as the Trump administration challenges the California Air Resources board over California's contention that the Clean Truck Partnership agreement is still valid.

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Nominations for the 2025 Emerging Leaders awards close August 21. - Image: HDT Graphic

Don't Miss Your Chance to Nominate an HDT Emerging Leader!

If you, or someone you know, is under 40 years old, in a leadership position with a trucking fleet, and is making a significant impact in the trucking industry, submit a nomination for the Heavy Duty Trucking Emerging Leaders award. Deadline is August 21!

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HDT Truck Fleet Innovators past and present share their fuel-saving strategies. - Graphic: HDT

9 Ways Innovative Fleets Save Fuel

HDT Truck Fleet Innovators past and present share their fuel-saving strategies.

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A diesel technician works on a large engine in a repair shop, wearing gloves, safety glasses, and a cap, with the ATRI (American Transportation Research Institute) logo overlayed in the foreground.

ATRI: Trucking's Technician Shortage is Getting Worse

A new ATRI report reveals most diesel technicians enter the workforce without formal training, leaving shops to spend thousands on preparation. The findings outline key barriers, training gaps, and retention risks for fleets.

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What should a truck driver and trucking company do after a crash? - Image: HDT Graphic

After the Crash: Respond Quickly and With Empathy

Even the safest trucking fleets still have crashes. What happens in the first few minutes after the crash — from driver behavior to documentation and claims — can shape your fleet's legal, financial, and reputational future.

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After the Crash: Have a Plan in Place

After a truck crash, how your company gathers information, what you gather, and how you preserve it are all critical. - Image: HDT Graphic

Motor carriers should train drivers ahead of time what to do after a truck crash, even a minor one, for safety, insurance, and litigation reasons.

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