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By Adam Echelman, CalMatters Trucks transporting crops navigate farmland outside Firebaugh in Fresno County on Sept. 24, 2025. Photo by Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters/CatchLight Local This article was initially published by CalMatters. Subscribe to their newsletters for updates. New Regulations Impact
New Career Resources for Trucking Professionals Job seekers and recruiters in the Canadian trucking sector now have access to enhanced tools on the revamped Careers page of TruckNews.com. Branding itself as “your career highway,” this job board caters to truck drivers, owner-operators, and various i
Leroy Van Dyke: A Hidden Country Music Legend When recalling the famous country artists of the mid-20th century, Leroy Van Dyke may not be the first name that springs to mind. Though his discography isn’t extensive, two of his songs have achieved iconic status in country music, launching a career th
Market Overview: Used medium-duty truck values saw a decline in October, while heavy-duty truck values experienced a minor increase. Inventory and Demand Concerns: The truck market faces challenges due to an oversupply of 5- to 10-year-old inventory, which is prevalent in listings. This outdated sto
Bettye LaVette: An Iconic Journey Bettye LaVette signed with Atlantic Records in the ninth grade and toured with music legends like Ben E. King and Otis Redding long before her legal drinking age. Now 72, her career has evolved from a country music background through R&B and beyond. Her remarkable j
Questions around liability and insurance are creating uncertainty in the autonomous trucking sector, despite significant market growth. According to research and consulting firm DataIntelo, the autonomous truck insurance market is anticipated to reach $13.8 billion by 2033, a more than fivefold incr
EPA Advances Heavy-Duty NOx Rule Timeline for 2027 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proceeding with the implementation timeline for its heavy-duty nitrogen oxide (NOx) regulations, set to begin with the 2027 model year. However, the agency has indicated that modifications are forthc
The demand for professional truck drivers continues to rise despite a significant labor shortage. In 2021, the trucking industry faced a deficit of 80,000 drivers, and projections indicate that this demand could double by 2030 without reforms in the sector. The American Trucking Association (ATA) es
Engen’s Driver Wellness Campaign Supports Truck Drivers As Transport Month concludes, Engen’s annual Driver Wellness initiative has once more provided essential healthcare services to South Africa’s truck drivers, the vital contributors to the economy’s movement. Over a Decade of Impact For more tha
