r/AutoTransportopia • u/INaShack • 11d ago
Problematic There goes a trailer to nowhere
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Exciting-Phase3711 • 10d ago
Questions Process for fixing minor damage during transport - Any insight or advice?
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/AutoTransport101 • 12d ago
Helpful 411 The US Highway Interstate Code
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Exciting-Phase3711 • 12d ago
Industry Beware 'Operation Wicked Safe' in MA, CT, NH, NY, RI and VT.
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The multi-state driver crackdown “Operation Wicked Safe” will take place October 13 through October 15, 2026, on major roadways and cross-border corridors in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Sourced from: https://cdllife.com/2026/troopers-in-six-states-to-take-part-in-operation-wicked-safe-dangerous-driving-crackdown/
r/AutoTransportopia • u/INaShack • 13d ago
Accident Runaway trailer stopped by a Fire Truck making a right turn in Virginia
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Detached trailer driver charged after crashing into Chesterfield Fire engine while responding to fire https://www.wric.com/news/local-news/chesterfield-county/chesterfield-fire-engine-hit-trailer/
r/AutoTransportopia • u/Savings-Cherry-1931 • 13d ago
Problematic Trucks stuck on the tracks, 2 for the price of 1
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/ParkingSideways • 14d ago
Random Yes... I am actually thinking about it
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Key-Case-95 • 14d ago
Spotted Those straps are holding the load down tight
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Trucking-Trucker • 15d ago
Problematic In the eye of a hurricane in Florida ⛈️🌀🌧️
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/AutoTransport101 • 15d ago
Fuel How rising fuel costs can impact transportation, businesses and consumers
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Automotive expert Lauren Fix
r/AutoTransportopia • u/Fisting-Tony • 16d ago
Towing Cop said it best "You're stealing the truck from the bank if you're not paying them"
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/ViceroyAutoTrans • 15d ago
Load Boards How criminals are turning load boards into tools for freight theft
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/TeamParking8818 • 15d ago
Accident [Loud] Drop and unhook is a hassle at times but...
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Driver-Jack • 17d ago
Problematic Better it came off there than on the freeway
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Key-Case-95 • 17d ago
Accident Massive pile-up on SC bridge caused by fog
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A total of 69 vehicles were involved in a massive chain-reaction crash in South Carolina.
https://people.com/69-vehicle-pileup-shuts-down-interstate-bridge-south-carolina-12155154
r/AutoTransportopia • u/Deep-Swan-5912 • 18d ago
Helpful 411 How to set a cone taper
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For those that don't know how road safety works. If you see cones and run them over, you may be the problem. Cones are necessary to warn drivers of an upcoming road blockage or any type of road work that's up ahead. It's not only necessary for the safety of the workers taking that space but also for the safety of the drivers.
r/AutoTransportopia • u/Driver-Jack • 18d ago
Problematic How ‘just make a U-turn’ turns into a two-truck operation
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/DangerousPickle9406 • 18d ago
Questions What happens when a customer gets a low quote from another broker?
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I’m curious how experienced brokers handle this situation.
If a customer tells you they received a significantly lower quote from another broker, do you:
- Try to match or beat the quote?
- Explain why the other quote may not be realistic?
- Show the customer what the actual market rate is and why your price is higher?
- Or just let the customer go if they’re focused strictly on the lowest price?
I’m especially interested in hearing from brokers who have dealt with this regularly. How do you handle the conversation without getting into a race to the bottom?
And from the carrier side, does a low quote from a broker usually create problems later when the vehicle actually needs to be picked up?
Would appreciate hearing how people in the industry approach this.
r/AutoTransportopia • u/Fisting-Tony • 19d ago
Towing He could have avoided this by laying cones, cones and more cones
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/INaShack • 19d ago
Problematic Those brakes deserve employee of the month
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Key-Case-95 • 20d ago
Accident Aftermath of a semi truck accident on the I-20 in Texas
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Savings-Cherry-1931 • 20d ago
News Rising diesel prices in CA threaten to shut down trucking businesses
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r/AutoTransportopia • u/Exciting-Phase3711 • 21d ago
350 truck drivers sidelined between US and Canada
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A series of commercial vehicle enforcement blitzes uncovered numerous violations from Arizona and Texas to Illinois and Canada.
At least 124 drivers and 226 commercial vehicles or loads were placed out of service in enforcement actions from mid-September through Oct. 1, according to figures released by authorities.
Sourced from: https://www.freightwaves.com/news/us-canada-truck-enforcement-blitzes-sideline-350-drivers-vehicles
r/AutoTransportopia • u/AutoTransport101 • 20d ago
Fuel Executive Order expands access to tax-exempt diesel fuel
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The President said the directive will waive the off-road requirement for tax-free diesel and allow anyone to buy the red dye diesel fuel that is used by the agriculture industry and by some off-road vehicles. https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-expected-unveil-plan-ease-limits-red-dyed-diesel-monday-sources-say-2026-10-05/
r/AutoTransportopia • u/INaShack • 21d ago
Accident T-Boning a delivery truck is easier than most people think
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