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Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly newsletter highlighting the people, locations, and policies shaping Texas, created by Texas Tribune journalists residing in communities throughout the state. Struggles in Finding Employment LUFKIN — Ashli Streeter began truck driving school with dreams of hitting th
NASCAR Victory for William Byron Following his triumph at the NASCAR Cup Series race in Las Vegas last week, Hendrick Motorsports driver William Byron once again topped the standings during this weekend’s race in Avondale, Arizona. Byron, who drives the #24 Valvoline Chevrolet, clinched his second N
Championship Night at Grandview Speedway This Saturday night, Grandview Speedway will honor its track champions! Months of dedication, intense racing, tough competition, impressive driving, and fun family entertainment will all come together for the crowning of the T.P. Trailer Modified and T.P. Tru
WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is initiating an investigation into a recent fatal highway accident in Florida. The inquiry will target the driver involved in the incident as well as the motor carrier, Wh
Start Your Trucking Career with Adam Cox If you’re interested in launching a career in the trucking sector, look no further than Adam Cox and his business, Cariboo Driver Training. A Journey into Teaching Adam Cox, who began his career in the trucking industry in 2013, discovered his passion for tea
Blockade at Port of Lázaro Cárdenas Independent truck drivers initiated blockades on Wednesday night at the Port of Lázaro Cárdenas, causing a disruption in cargo operations at Mexico’s second-largest container port, as reported by El Norte and T21. Drivers’ Complaints The truck drivers indicated th
New Lawsuit Against California’s Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation A fresh lawsuit has emerged challenging California’s Advanced Clean Fleets regulation, with truck equipment and parts manufacturers now joining the fray. On Tuesday, October 8, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and the
Webb Estes quickly took on the role of president of his family’s trucking firm just a week after the arrival of his third daughter. He humorously mentioned that his father, Rob Estes, CEO of Estes Express Lines, wanted three grandchildren from him before he could assume the position. “It’s been a bu
In Washington, D.C., Sikh truck drivers throughout the U.S. are experiencing heightened hostility and scrutiny following a tragic truck accident in Florida last month that resulted in three fatalities. The incident involved a Sikh driver. Members of the community report an increase in online trollin
