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A violent collision between two heavy commercial trucks early Thursday morning ended with one vehicle engulfed in flames and the other lodged inside a mobile home. The crash occurred just as the sun ...

Every year, truck accidents claim thousands of lives and leave countless families grappling with devastating injuries. These massive commercial vehicles, while vital to America’s economic backbone, ...

Explore the world of heavy-duty truck crash testing with Volvo and Scania as they demonstrate industry-leading commitment to safety. Discover how advanced safety technology, including blind spot ...

According to Houston TranStar, two vehicles, including a heavy truck, were involved in an incident at Patton Street near Cavalcade and Main Street, causing a hazmat spill. The right shoulder, right ...

Last February, a ready-mixed concrete truck driver driving on Interstate 60 in Mesa, Ariz., swerved to avoid a stopped vehicle in the road ahead of him—and steered right into a group of roadside ...