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What Is The 7/3 Split Rule In Trucking?

Long-haul truckers have to deal with some pretty rigid rules about when they can work, and perhaps more importantly, when to rest. Unfortunately, that may not always line up with how the day is actually going.

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TechRadar ·6 mo. ago

Logistics stocks tumble after tiny AI firm claims massive freight efficiency gains

Freight AI claims triggered a sharp market sell-off across trucking logistics shares Investors reacted strongly to automation fears as small AI firm surged in value Market anxiety around AI disruption spread beyond…

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SlashGear ·9 mo. ago

This Obscure Law Could Slow Autonomous Trucking To A Crawl

Autonomous driving is becoming increasingly widespread. Waymo self-driving cars are zipping passengers around more and more cities, while driverless AI trucks are hauling freight across Texas in trials.

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SlashGear ·10 mo. ago

Texas' Driverless AI Trucking Industry Is About To Have Another Player After A Successful Trial

Texas is a major hub for driverless trucking startups, with Aurora launching its self-driving trucking service in May 2025 and Kodiak planning to launch its own driverless trucks in the state in 2026.

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SlashGear ·10 mo. ago

The 'Great Freight Recession' Isn't Over – Another Trucking Company Just Closed Its Doors

The trucking industry is an invaluable component of everyday life in America, and one that keeps the nation moving forward.

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SlashGear ·10 mo. ago

What A Government Shutdown Means For The DOT & The Trucking Industry

It's official: There's a government shutdown, which federal agencies expect will lead to the furlough of numerous government employees.

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SlashGear ·last yr.

What Was The First Sleeper Truck And How Did It Change American Trucking?

Prior to the 1930s, sleeper cabs in trucks, providing an area for drivers to rest, didn't exist. It wasn't until 1933 that Kenworth became the first manufacturer to offer an integrated sleeper section.

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SlashGear ·last yr.

How Kenworth Became Synonymous With American Trucking

It may sound unrealistic, but nearly every new heavy-duty, semi-truck (Class 8) sold in the United States (99. 9% of them, in fact) comes from just seven brands, which in turn are owned by only four companies.