Trucking Safety and Enforcement News
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Twisted Tea-drinking truck driver forcibly removed from cab by 911 caller prior to DUI arrest, Arizona DPS says
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Highway Patrol said that a truck driver was recently arrested in the Flagstaff area with a BAC “nearly 8 times the legal limit while operating a...
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CHP catches two big rigs speeding over 90 MPH in Needles in a single week
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) caught two truck drivers in serious violation of the state’s 55 m.p.h. speed limit for commercial trucks. On November 5, the CHP’s Needles Division reported that...
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Construction flagger charged with negligent homicide in fatal semi truck vs. bicyclist crash in Colorado
Police in Fort Collins, Colorado, arrested a construction flagger this week in connection with a semi truck crash that killed a woman in July. On November 4, 2025, Fort Collins Police Services (FCPS)...
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Truck driver reversing across Florida highway causes deadly crash less than one month after obtaining CDL
One motorist is dead after crashing into the side of a tractor trailer reversing across a Florida highway on Wednesday night. The crash happened on November 5th on SW Warfield Boulevard in Martin...
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Tanker truck driver learned ‘expensive lesson’ for 23 MPH over in school zone, Oklahoma cops say
Police in Oologah, Oklahoma, asked drivers to slow down in school zones after a tanker truck driver was recently nabbed for a double-digit speed violation. On November 5, 2025, the Oologah Police...
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Inspectors remove 2,369 commercial vehicles for brake violations during seven-day CVSA blitz
Thousands of commercial vehicles were removed from the road during a weeklong brake-focused inspection effort in August. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) released results from this...
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Trucking company shut down after investigation reveals connection to company previously shut down for safety violations
A trucking company has been shut down after investigators discovered that it was affiliated with another trucking company previously shut downA trucking company has been shut down after investigators...
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Trucker with a Purple Heart wins Diesel Brothers customized Kenworth truck and $50K cash prize
A truck driver and U.S. Army veteran won a custom semi truck and a major cash prize from Pilot Travel Stops. On November 5, Pilot announced that Joshua Kearney is the winner of this year’s Road...
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Plea agreement sends driver to prison for life after intentionally crashing rig into Texas DPS
A truck driver will spend the rest of his life in prison after accepting a plea deal for crashing his semi truck into a Texas DPS more than two years ago. The incident happened on April 12th, 2024 at...
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CHP asks drivers to secure loads after pickup truck cab speared by ‘improperly secured cargo’
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) used a pickup truck driver’s frightening close call as a reminder about the importance of load securement. On November 4, 2026, CHP responded to the I-405 freeway...
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Trucking couple seeking $5M from New Prime & truck driver after crash left their lives “radically” changed
A trucking husband and wife are suing for $5 million after another driver slammed into the back of their rig in a crash that “radically” changed their lives. 52-year-old Barbara Williams and...
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When is Roadcheck? CVSA releases 2027 commercial vehicle blitz schedule
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) released dates for next year’s International Roadcheck campaign and other major commercial vehicle inspections and enforcement efforts. With the...
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Arizona troopers remind motorists to steer clear of truck runaway ramps after SUV gets stuck
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Highway Patrol issued a reminder for motorists about non-emergency use of truck runaway ramps after an SUV driver’s recent mishap. On October 29, 2026,...
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Multi-agency CMV operations in New York State net 248 violations
Multiple state and local agencies partnered for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) enforcement details in the Town of Wallkill, New York, last week. On November 2, the Town of Wallkill Police Department...
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Trucking awaits Congress’ next move on highway funds
The $36.8 billion funding lapse affects road, safety and bridge projects across the country as states and localities try to plan ahead.
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1K violations, 400 OOS in two-day Arkansas enforcement blitz | Latest recalls
As part of the national Operation Highway Shield coordination between state and federal enforcement officials, 393 trucks and...
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Over 230 arrested in 15-state crackdown targeting ‘public safety threats in the trucking industry’
On Monday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced hundreds of arrests during a recent operation targeting unqualified commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders and other violators...
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Fugitive arrested for triple fatality crash caused by attempt to pass semi truck in no passing zone, Florida officials...
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) arrested a man wanted on multiple counts of vehicular homicide for a 2024 crash that killed three people. On October 29, 2026, FHP’s Criminal Alien Apprehension Team...
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Three dead after car collides with tractor trailer parked on I-95 shoulder, Florida troopers say
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to a multiple fatality crash in Martin County on Saturday night. The crash occurred shortly after 11 p.m. on October 31, 2026, on I-95 northbound between...
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North Dakota troopers ask motorists to use caution passing after SUV strikes turning commercial vehicle
The North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) asked motorists to “slow down before you pass” after a crash involving an SUV and a turning commercial truck. On October 29, 2026, NDHP responded to a crash on...
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Kentucky troopers find ‘numerous tire-related issues’ at I-24 scale facility
The Kentucky State Patrol (KSP) highlighted numerous serious tire defects uncovered by monitoring technology at a scale facility in Kuttawa this week. On October 28, 2026, KSP Public Information...
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Super Ego returns, bans non-domiciled, non-English speaking drivers
Super Ego comes roaring back to life, promising a pivot to safety after going quiet for months following bombshell allegations...
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Nearly 400 commercial trucks and drivers out-of-service in two-day Arkansas blitz
State and federal agencies sidelined hundreds of commercial trucks and drivers during an enforcement operation targeting “commercial motor vehicle safety and criminal activity along Arkansas...
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Roadway embedded safety system aims to increase carrier uptime & accelerate AV deployment
Ireland-based Vectigo Group Limited marks its entry into the North American market with the deployment of its lane-level data...
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