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Pennsylvania Governor Announces Temporary Opening of I-95 Lanes for Weekend Traffic

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro expressed praise for the dedicated construction crews and the collaborative efforts of government officials at all levels. He announced that the section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia, which suffered significant damage in a tanker fire on June 11, will be reopened for traffic ahead of schedule. In a joint announcement with […]

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Governor Announces Reopening of Closed Section of I-95 in Philadelphia within 2 Weeks

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro delivered exciting news last week, revealing that the portion of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia, which had been rendered inaccessible due to a destructive tanker truck fire, would be operational sooner than initially anticipated. A temporary solution has been swiftly implemented, involving the creation of three lanes in each direction, while simultaneously

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New TA Facility in Texas Opens 90 Spacious Truck Parking Spaces

TravelCenters of America (TA) has recently inaugurated a new TA Express store in Huntsville, Texas. Situated conveniently at Exit 118 along I-45, this TA Express location offers easy access for travelers passing through the area. With its grand opening, the Huntsville TA Express is ready to cater to the needs of drivers and visitors seeking

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Fatal Negligence: Alarming Rise in Truck Driver Fatalities Due to Seat Belt Noncompliance

Federal regulators are increasingly alarmed by the rising fatality rates among truck drivers due to their failure to utilize seat belts. The lack of seat belt use among these drivers has become a pressing issue, capturing the attention of authorities. Recent data highlighting the increasing number of fatalities has further underscored the urgency of addressing

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Rebuilding Plans for Devastated Section of I-95 Await Final Completion Date

On Wednesday, June 14, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the plans to restore traffic flow on the fire-damaged section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia. The primary objective was to fill the gap left by the collapsed bridge and create three lanes in each direction by repaving over the fill. Additionally, new spans would be constructed

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FMCSA Calls for Enhanced Oversight: Strengthening Testing Standards for New Truck Drivers

A new report has raised concerns about fairness and fraud regarding the administration of CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) knowledge tests for truck drivers. The report, presented to Congress, outlines the regulators’ reasoning for not making the waiver providing flexibility in test administration permanent. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has informed lawmakers that it

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Tanker Truck Fire Causes Bridge Collapse, Shuts Down Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia; Weeks of Repair Expected

In a Sunday morning incident, Interstate 95 in northeast Philadelphia has been shut down in both directions due to a devastating bridge collapse believed to have been triggered by a tanker truck fire. The incident occurred on the northbound lanes of the interstate, resulting in the collapse of the bridge. The fire, which broke out

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19 States Join Forces: Lawsuit Targets EPA Over California’s Diesel Big Rig Ban

In a recent development, a group of nineteen states has taken legal action against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California’s impending diesel truck ban. The coalition filed a lawsuit, claiming that the EPA’s authorization of California’s regulations is in violation of the law. On June 6, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird publicly announced the

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Brake Safety: 800 Trucks Placed Out of Service in Unannounced Inspection

In April, an unannounced inspection initiative took place as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Brake Safety Day. This initiative aimed to inspect commercial motor vehicles across Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. A total of 6,829 vehicles were inspected on April 19. During the inspections, it was found that 11.3% of the vehicles had

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Love’s Travel Stops Opens First-Ever Truck Wash Service, Expanding Nationwide

Love’s Travel Stops, a well-known chain of truck stops, has recently introduced a new truck wash service at one of their locations in Harrisonville, Missouri. The company has labeled this new service as an “automated system” truck wash. The introduction of this service in Harrisonville marks the first of many upcoming truck wash facilities that

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