Driver Safety Issues
We offer practical advice and insights to prioritize safety in every mile you drive. From new safety regulations and best practices to advancements in safety technologies, these articles provide critical information to help drivers protect themselves and others. Topics include defensive driving techniques, accident prevention, weather-related hazards, and tips for maintaining physical and mental well-being while on long hauls.
Brake Fail: International Motors Now Recalling 1300 Trucks
International Motors recalls over 1,300 LT and RH trucks after a clogged HSA exhaust port was found to delay brake release, increasing the...
2026 Peterbilt Trucks Now Recalled for an Air Brake Defect
PACCAR recalls 2026 Peterbilt Trucks after an air brake volume defect was found, affecting braking performance and requiring updated air tank components.
NTSB Now Suggests Driver Monitoring After Horrific Crash
NTSB reports a fatal I-70 crash caused by driver inattention, traffic queue failures, and missing safety tech, suggesting truck driver monitoring as a...
New PACCAR Recall: Instrument Panel May Fail
PACCAR recall 25V569 affects 13,908 vehicles. Kenworth T680, T880 & W990 trucks may experience failures with instrument panels hiding vehicle speed or warnings.
Heavy-Duty Truck Crash Causes Under New FMCSA Review
FMCSA is launching a study to analyze heavy-duty truck crash causes, collecting data on truck drivers, vehicles, & driving conditions to improve highway...
NHTSA: Urgent Warning for Labor Day DUI Risks This Year
NHTSA launches Labor Day "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign, highlighting DUI risks, national enforcement, and data on alcohol and drug-impaired driving.
Urgent Volvo Recall: Brake Failure Seen in the New Models
Volvo recall affects over 2,400 trucks due to a risky brake defect in the new models. The failure may happen without warning, creating...
New PACCAR Truck Recall: Lighting Risk Exposed
The latest Paccar truck recall affects over 56,000 vehicles due to lighting issues that may reduce visibility. A software update is planned to...
Aggressive Driving Targeted in the Latest PA Safety Campaign
A 6-week aggressive driving crackdown is underway in Southeast Pennsylvania, with 80 police depts targeting speeding, tailgating, and truck-related violations.
Urgent Brake Pressure Switch Recall: Risk of Fire Found
A brake pressure switch defect in 6,814 International Motors CV trucks may cause overheating and a fire risk due to brake fluid leaks...
New Speed Cameras Launch on the Colorado Highways
Colorado DOT launches speed cameras on CO 119 to reduce speeding in work zones after a sharp rise in crashes, injuries, and fatalities...
Brake Safety Day Results: 398 Immediately Out of Service
398 trucks were placed out of service during CVSA’s 2025 Brake Safety Day, highlighting ongoing concerns over commercial vehicle brake safety violations.
