Big rig REAR-ENDED by crane on I-75 in Florida, troopers say

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating a two commercial vehicle crash that occurred in Charlotte County on Wednesday. Troopers say that the crash occurred on southbound I-75 at mile marker 174, near the Berkshire Street overpass.

Curly fries ROASTED by commercial vehicle fire on Maine Turnpike

A major commercial vehicle fire stymied traffic on the Maine Turnpike on Monday afternoon. Shortly before 2 p.m. on February 24, the York, Maine Fire Department was dispatched after "upwards of 30" 911 callers reported a tractor...

Big rig hauling frozen chicken DESTROYED by fire on Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel

A semi truck crash and fire stalled traffic on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT) in Virginia on Wednesday morning. Shortly before 2 a.m. on February 19, the Virginia Beach Fire Department (VBFD) was dispatched for a commercial vehicle...

Big rig hauling flammable liquid goes up in FLAMES on Pennsylvania interstate

Firefighters responded to a serious commercial vehicle fire in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday night. Around 6:30 p.m. on February 11, 2025, the Silver Spring Community Fire Co. responded to I-81 at the...

‘UDDERLY UNFORTUNATE’ semi truck crash leaves Florida interstate littered with 4,160 gallons of milk

A major crash and milk spill shut down an interstate near Lake Worth Beach, Florida. The crash happened shortly after midnight on January 28, 2025. According to Palm Beach County...

BLUETOOTH tie downs? Iowa troopers find big time load securement violation

The Iowa State Patrol Commercial Motor Vehicle Unit (ISP) wants to remind truckers about the importance of load securement after a recent encounter with a heavy equipment haul. On January 27, ISP took to social media to call...

Semi truck’s JACKKNIFE crash sends concrete raining down on I-70 in Pennsylvania

Several vehicles were impacted by concrete following a semi truck jackknife on a bridge, according to Pennsylvania firefighters. The crash occurred around  7:30 p.m. on January 19 in South Strabane Township, Pennsylvania. According to the...

Multiple crashes including 15 vehicle PILEUP reported on South Bend Bypass

Several crashes were reported on Tuesday in South Bend, Indiana, amid winter weather conditions. At least two crashes occurred around 11 a.m. on January 14 on the US-20/US-31 Bypass in South Bend on Tuesday, including a 15 vehicle pileup,...

Video shows semi spinning out across several lanes on slick Kansas City roadway

A motorist captured a scary moment involving a semi truck that happened on an icy Kansas City, Missouri, roadway over the weekend. The video was captured on Saturday, January 4, 2025, by motorist Gracie Fudge, who was reportedly...

Nine vehicle PILEUP closes I-70 in Colorado

The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) says that troopers are "working a big pileup" on I-70 on Tuesday afternoon. The pileup crash occurred around 12:30 p.m. on December 31 west of Georgetown, Colorado. Troopers say...

Engine EJECTED in multi-vehicle crash on Connecticut interstate

An accident involving multiple vehicles -- including a semi truck -- took place in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, this week. Just before midnight on December 23, the Rocky Hill Fire Department responded to a to a car versus tractor trailer...

Truck hauling paper rolls TOPPLES due to load shift on roundabout in Missouri

No one was hurt in a Tuesday morning crash that occurred at a roundabout in Wildwood, Missouri. The crash took place at a roundabout located near 109 and Manchester in Wildwood. Fox2Now reports that...

Two pickups CRUSHED between two big rigs in Texas

Two people were critically injured in a multi-vehicle crash near Cleveland, Texas, on Friday. The crash occurred on December 6 on Highway 321 east of Cleveland. According to local outlet Click2Houston, a truck hauling propane...

Video shows CSX train BLASTING through stuck semi trailer

A bystander captured video of a train vs. truck collision that occurred in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Monday. The crash took place around 9 a.m. on December 2 at Raspberry and 13th Streets amid snowy conditions.

Steer tire BLOWOUT crash leaves dump truck twisted like a pretzel

A dump truck driver is lucky to be alive after a crash caused by a steer tire blowout. The crash happened at 2:45 p.m on November 15 in Rehoboth, Massachusetts. Thirty-five year old Kyle Grenier...

Party Foul! Truck Rollover Spills THOUSANDS Of White Claws On Arizona Road

Hard seltzer fans had to be saddened to hear that a truck tipped over on Tuesday, leaving a road completely covered in cans of White Claw. It all happened on Tuesday morning at Northern Parkway and S. Loop...

Trucking and AI: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Industry

The trucking industry is no stranger to innovation, and one of the biggest shifts on the horizon is the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). From improving safety and route efficiency to streamlining back-office tasks, AI is transforming trucking in ways that could...

Winter Weather Prep: Essential Tips for Truck Drivers Heading into 2024

As winter approaches, truckers must take extra precautions to navigate icy roads, snowy conditions, and freezing temperatures. With the right preparation, truckers can stay safe, avoid delays, and handle whatever winter throws their way. Winterizing your truck is the...

The Push for Electric Trucks: Are They Ready for Long-Haul Drivers?

Electric vehicles are making headlines across the transportation industry, and trucking is no exception. Companies are pushing for electric trucks to reduce carbon emissions and fuel costs, but are these vehicles practical for long-haul truckers today? Let’s explore the challenges and potential...

The 2024 Diesel Dilemma: What Truckers Should Know About Diesel Prices and Availability

Diesel prices have been fluctuating widely in 2024, creating challenges for truckers who rely on affordable diesel to keep their operations profitable. In recent months, rising global oil prices, supply chain disruptions, and new environmental regulations have all contributed to increasing diesel...