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By Ashley DiMella, Kelly McGreal Published December 03, 2025 Dolly Parton Enhances Travel Experience in Tennessee The queen of country music, Dolly Parton, is infusing her Southern charm into Tennessee’s highways with the launch of Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stops. These rest areas will feature innov
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Operation Highway Sentinel has resulted in the apprehension of over 100 undocumented truck drivers on highways in California. “If you obtain a driver’s license in states like Colorado, New York, or California, you may not remain ther
Electrification of Heavy-Duty Trucking in Brazil The shift towards electrifying Brazil’s heavy-duty trucking sector presents a significant opportunity to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, enhance air quality, and protect public health. While Brazil has long depended on biofuels, which utilize lo
The Highbrook branch of Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ) has ceased providing practical driver licence tests but continues to offer other services. Times photo High Failure Rate in Re-Tests Almost 50% of drivers required to retake their licence exams due to the VTNZ Highbrook scandal have not pass
Meet Heather Krebs: The Unconventional Truck Driver Purple-haired truck driver Heather Krebs, who travels with her hairless Sphynx cat named Pebbles (affectionately called “Squish”), doesn’t conform to the stereotype of a typical trucker. For Krebs, having her feline companion on board was non-negot
When flying, you’re reminded to secure your own oxygen mask before assisting others. This principle highlights how crucial it is to care for our own well-being even outside emergencies. However, how often do we truly prioritize our health in everyday life? Honestly, probably not as often as we shoul
National Carriers Inc. recently honored trucker Johnny Malone for achieving 4 million safe miles during his 28 years with the company. (Courtesy: National Carriers Inc.) Recognition for Excellence in Safe Driving IRVING, Texas — Johnny Malone, a long-time driver for National Carriers Inc. (NCI), has
Zachariah Fry’s Journey with His Service Dog Ghost Zachariah Fry enters a truck stop and surveys the room. After 12 years of driving semis, he has honed his skills in detecting trouble before it escalates. Today, he scans the faces, pondering who might address his service dog companion first. Fry an
The trucker lifestyle is synonymous with life on the road. For many, it’s just a job, but for drivers, it’s a passion, a calling that brings them immense joy. Those who don’t drive may not grasp the allure of trucks, often viewed as large and formidable. Trucks today are modern and well-maintained,
