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At Verduyn Tarps, your safety and trust are our top priorities. We want to inform you about a serious issue that may affect your shopping experience—copycat websites pretending to be us by unlawfully using our brand’s likeness and assets.  What’s Happening?  Fraudulent websites are mimicking Verduyn Tarps by using our logos, images, videos, product names, […]

In recent months, there has been a renewed focus on enforcing common sense rules of the road specifically aimed at America’s truck drivers. This nationwide initiative reflects efforts to enhance safety, efficiency, and professionalism within the trucking industry—a sector crucial to the U.S. economy and public safety.  Overview of the Enforcement Initiative  The latest U.S.

For nearly four decades, Verduyn Tarps has been a trusted name in the trucking industry, providing durable, reliable, and innovative tarping solutions that keep loads secure and drivers safe on the road. This year, we’re proud to celebrate 39 years of serving the hardworking trucking community across the United States! A Legacy Built on Quality

Each year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) carries out the International Roadcheck—a 72-hour inspection event across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. During this time, inspectors put extra focus on commercial motor vehicle safety, checking both drivers and equipment to ensure compliance with federal regulations.  Known as the largest targeted enforcement program of its

The Gordie Howe International Bridge project, a pre-pandemic, monumental infrastructure endeavor connecting Detroit, Michigan, to Windsor, Ontario, promises to reshape the future of cross-border trade between the U.S. and Canada. Located within 10 miles of the Verduyn Tarps Detroit location, the new bridge brings hope and relief to  the Metro Detroit area. While the bridge

The US Trucking Industry Outlook for 2025: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities  The U.S. trucking industry is a vital component of the nation’s economy, responsible for moving the vast majority of goods across the country. Looking at 2025, several key trends, challenges, and opportunities will shape the future of the industry. From technological advancements to regulatory

The Devastation of Hurricane Helene: A Tragic Reminder of Nature’s Power  In the Fall of 2024, the world witnessed the fury of one of the most devastating hurricanes in recent history—Hurricane Helene. The Category 5 storm, which rapidly strengthened in the Atlantic Ocean, left a trail of destruction across coastal areas, bringing with it winds

Truck ramps are inclined platforms used to load or unload vehicles, equipment, or other heavy items onto or off of a truck bed. They are handy for loading low-clearance vehicles (like cars, motorcycles, or ATVs) or heavy machinery onto pickup trucks, trailers, or other transport vehicles. Types of Truck Ramps: Single Ramps: A single ramp

What are V-boards for Flatbeds? One of the very basic priorities of truckers worldwide is to protect their cargo. This is why corner protectors are a part of every trucker’s standard toolkit. There are various corner protectors, and one of the most common is the V-board for flatbed trucks. V-boards, also known as Vee boards

Whether you are a long hauler, flatbedder, or dry van trucker, you are definitely familiar with tie downs, especially transport chains and binders. Simply put, chains and binders are used to secure a variety of load sizes on trucks, which is something you’ll do every day. Briefly, here are the steps: Be familiar with local