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2024-04-15 10:53:30 -

Driver denied CDL crashed through DPS with “intent to harm”
Man denied commercial driver’s license crashed through DPS on Friday “with intent to harm” the people inside, police say. The incident occurred on April 12th at the Texas Department of Public Safety office in Brenham, Texas. The man was denied a CDL on Thursday, April 11th at the DPs location, so he “returned today with intent to harm,”...

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2022-02-04 19:23:05 -

How to Ace your Written CDL Exam and Become a Truck Driver
Passing the written CDL exam is the key to getting your Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP), getting practice on the road, and becoming a truck driver. This article will explain the best test-taking strategies to help you pick the right answers and ace the exam. Stay Focused Focus is crucial, even before going into the exam. Make sure that you are free from any and all distractions....

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American Truck Drivers

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2025-02-04 23:11:32 -

How to Start a CDL Course: Requirements and Steps
Introduction If you want to become a professional truck driver and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), enrolling in a #CDL course is the first step. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to start your journey toward a successful career in the trucking industry. 1. What is a CDL and Why Do You Need It? A CDL is a mandatory certification required to operate large...

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2022-04-13 13:54:43 -

Iowa DOT finds more than 10 out of service violations on big rig, driver had no valid CDL
The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) shared stunning photos of an unsafe truck that caught the eye of a Motor Vehicle Enforcement officer on Monday. In a Tuesday morning Facebook post, Iowa DOT’s Motor Vehicle Enforcement Division wrote: This vehicle was stopped yesterday by a MVE Officer. It’s not hard to tell what grabbed the attention of our officer. It’s...

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American Truck Drivers

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2025-05-15 10:24:37 -

Man Who Flipped Stolen Car Hauler on I-83 Had No CDL, Car on Trailer Also Reported Stolen
FAIRVIEW TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A man who overturned a car hauler on Interstate 83 early on May 12 is now facing multiple charges after it was discovered that the rig was stolen, he did not possess a commercial driver’s license (CDL), and one of the vehicles on the trailer was also reported stolen. The crash happened around 4:30 a.m. in Fairview Township, according to the York Dispatch....

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added blog Trucking News
2022-02-10 23:21:31 -

New CDL school rules “could pose a barrier” due to high cost of standardized trucking schools
Some trucking industry experts are concerned about the effects the newly instated trucking school regulations could have on recruiting new drivers. New federal rules regulating CDL training requirements went into effect on Monday. Now, some industry experts are concerned that the high price of standardized trucking schools will negatively affect the recruitment of new drivers. The new rules,...

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2022-07-02 16:25:22 -

Semi truck once used by cartel donated to prison CDL training program
A sheriff’s office located in Mississippi recently donated a truck to a state prison program that prepares inmates for a career in the trucking industry. The Rankin County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) donated a 2009 International Commercial vehicle to the Mississippi Department of Corrections for use in a new CDL training program. The CDL program is part of a push within the...

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2021-04-29 21:14:35 -

Three arrested on felony charges during investigation into Florida CDL scheme
This week, authorities in Florida arrested three people following an investigation into a large number of “out-of-state foreign-born nationals” fraudulently receiving a commercial driver’s license (CDL). On Monday, Arizona residents Plamen Dimitrov Nenkov, 55, and Katya Ivanova Nenkova, 51, and North Miama resident Biser Emilov Popov, 52, were arrested by the Collier County...

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2021-09-13 13:48:28 -

Trucking driving school vs. paid CDL training — which is right for you?
Trying to decided between attending a truck driving school or signing up with a trucking company directly might be a challenging decision. Either option has merits and both options will put you on the right track for advancing your career. Should I go to Truck Driving School to get my CDL? Attending a local truck driving school may have been the first thing that came to your mind when...

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2025-06-12 15:45:32 -

18-Wheeler Crash in Texarkana Knocks Out Power to a Third of the City; Driver Arrested for DWI
Texarkana, Texas police responded to a crash late Thursday night involving an 18-wheeler that left a trail of destruction and temporarily knocked out power to a significant portion of the city. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. at the intersection of New Boston Road and Taylor Street, where the truck veered off the roadway, struck a major electrical transmission pole, and spilled a full...

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American Truck Drivers

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2025-05-28 15:03:47 -

2 Killed in Fiery Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-70 in Maryland
Frederick County, Maryland — A fiery multi-vehicle crash on I-70 claimed two lives and left several others injured after a violent chain of collisions near Exit 62 in New Market. The crash occurred on Sunday afternoon, May 25, 2025, at around 4:10 p.m. Maryland State Police say a BMW SUV traveling westbound rear-ended a box truck just before Route 75. The impact pushed the box truck...

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2025-06-03 17:36:38 -

Atlantic County, New Jersey DPW Supervisor Accused of Stealing Diesel for His Private Trucking Business
Atlantic County, New Jersey — DPW Supervisor Accused of Stealing Diesel for His Private Trucking Business A supervisor with the Atlantic County Department of Public Works has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged scheme to steal county fuel for use in his personal trucking company. Joseph L. Ridley, 47, of Mays Landing, was charged on Monday, June 2, 2025, with...

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2025-06-05 21:52:47 -

Crash on I-95 in Burlington, Massachusetts Sends One to Hospital and Spills Diesel
A serious crash involving a tractor-trailer and a passenger vehicle caused major disruptions on Thursday morning, June 5, 2025, in Burlington, Massachusetts, shutting down lanes on both sides of Interstate 95. The crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. at the intersection of I-95 northbound and Route 3, prompting a large emergency response from Massachusetts State Police and fire crews....

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2025-05-07 02:27:06 -

CVSA Announces Enforcement of English Proficiency Standards for Commercial Truck Drivers Starting June 25, 2025
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that beginning June 25, 2025, commercial vehicle operators in the U.S. who fail to comply with federal English language proficiency (ELP) requirements will be placed out-of-service. This significant announcement comes days after President Trump signed an Executive Order reversing a 2016 directive that prevented authorities from...

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2025-03-27 22:13:04 -

Dash Cam Video of Truck vs. Pickup Merge Crash Sparks Heated Online Debate
A dash cam video showing a collision between a semi truck and a black pickup during a highway merge has gone viral, igniting strong opinions across the internet about who was truly at fault. The footage shows the pickup truck speeding up in the merging lane, attempting to cut in front of the oncoming semi. Despite having limited space and time, the pickup does not slow down or pull onto the...

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2025-06-11 20:40:20 -

Denton County Truck Inspections During Roadcheck 2025 Lead to High Out-of-Service Rate
The Denton County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has released key findings from a recent multi-agency truck inspection effort conducted as part of Roadcheck 2025, a coordinated North American safety campaign led by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). The 72-hour inspection initiative took place from May 13 to May 15, 2025, with DCSO partnering with several local and state law...

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2022-07-09 15:02:21 -

Former Texas DPS worker sentenced for handing out hundreds of fraudulent CDLs in exchange for bribes
A former Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) worker has been sentenced to prison for his role in a fraudulent commercial drivers license (CDL) scheme. On July 6, Alonzo Blackman, 68, was sentenced to 24 months in prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas. He was also ordered to pay a $215,000 money judgment. In February 2020, Blackman...

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