A common misconception about driver vehicle inspection reports for truckers and other commercial drivers is that one is required at every pre-trip inspection. How often must a walk-around pre-trip ...

When Tom Bray was in charge of safety at a motor carrier, a frustration was seeing drivers leave the yard with an easily correctable problem that could result in a violation or worse — but should have ...

Inspectors pulled 2,296 commercial vehicles off the road during the 2025 Brake Safety Week, a 15.1% out-of-service rate virtually identical to 2024's 15% failure rate. With next year's enforcement ...

The importance of pre-trip inspections requires drivers to be vigilant and catch potential issues before they become problems on the road. Engaging training methods such as competitions can reinforce ...

The amount of power a tractor has to get its 80,000 pound limit up to speed is a prideful discussion among drivers at the truck stop lunch counter. The truck's ability to safely come to a stop, ...

A diesel truck’s trailer came loose from its truck in Merced County, California, with no injuries reported, reminding commercial drivers of the importance of pre-trip inspections.