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As we move into 2026, the trucking industry is grappling with similar financial difficulties that plagued 2025, including rising costs, labor shortages, and escalating insurance premiums. While it might be tempting to wait and see, it’s essential to take proactive steps now to strengthen your operat
New York — Market Sell-Off Amid AI Concerns Recently, a sell-off impacted sectors like software, real estate, and trucking, as investors expressed concerns about potential disruptions from artificial intelligence (AI). Analysts caution that these declines may continue. Widespread Impact on Tech Stoc
Two Arrested for Selling Fake Insurance Policies in Florida TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (CBS12) — Authorities in Florida have apprehended two individuals accused of peddling fake commercial insurance policies to tow truck operators in Miami-Dade County, as reported by the Criminal Investigation Division of th
Fraudulent Insurance Scheme Credited to Arrest in South Florida In South Florida, law enforcement has disrupted a fraudulent insurance operation aimed at tow truck businesses, leading to the capture of a licensed insurance agent and his partner. On February 5, 2026, Javier Gonzalez Jr., a certified
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has noted a rise in accidents and fatalities involving trucks in recent years. This trend has prompted safety advocates to call for stricter requirements on all motor vehicle carriers. Legal professionals representing victims of truck-related a
Five Heavy Duty Trucking Editors Recognized as Neal Award Finalists Five editors from Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT) have been selected as finalists for the prestigious 69th Jesse H. Neal Awards, which celebrate excellence in business-to-business (B2B) journalism. Competition Overview The Neal Awards sho
In the past week, anxiety over AI has rapidly spread throughout the stock market. As new AI developments emerged, investors had to quickly choose which stocks to hold and which to sell, beginning last week with software companies, leading to a market cap reduction of $2 trillion—marking the most sig
What is Commercial Food Truck Insurance? Commercial food truck insurance safeguards your business from financial losses due to risks such as accidents, customer illnesses, property damage, and worker injuries. It also provides coverage for lawsuits arising from third-party claims. This insurance isn
As a small motor carrier, you may find yourself struggling to collect payment from a freight broker for an extended period. What steps can you take? This is a common predicament for many carriers, particularly in the wake of a freight recession impacting both freight brokers and trucking firms. For
