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Private fleet develops invention to prevent workplace falls.
President Biden proposes transportation budget increase.
Doing nothing should no longer be an option after six years of inaction on hair testing.
The FMCSA issues warning to truck drivers about misleading marketing of predatory companies posing as government agencies.
The TSA looking to update rules on how CDL holders can renew or obtain their hazmat endorsements.
Updated CVSA Out-of-Service Criteria Went Into Effect April 1
Updated CVSA out-of-service criteria went into effect on April 1.
The CVSA has set Brake Safety Week for Aug. 22-28, 2021.
The ATA announced that Chris Spear has signed a contract extending his leadership of the organization for five more years.
OOIDA says truck drivers will not stand for any discriminatory funding options to pay for improvements to the nation's infrastructure.
The key takeaways for the trucking industry from the gas shortage situation.
The rate of positive truck driver drug tests recorded in the Clearinghouse in the first three months of this year remains on pace with last year’s rate.
The rate of positive truck driver drug tests recorded in the Clearinghouse in the first three months of this year remains on pace with last year’s rate.
The DOT's zero-tolerance policy on marijuana product use for truck drivers is unlikely to change in near future.
The FMCSA is launching a Training Provider Registry in preparation for the entry-level driver training rule.
Likely next steps and unanswered questions surrounding California AB 5.
The ATA encourages carriers to utilize new FMCSA Tech-Celerate Now resources.
Groups are working to continue the push for wider visibility and acceptance of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) on heavy duty vehicles.
The FMCSA has increased the fine amount for trucking regulation violations to reflect inflation.
Cybersecurity is a problem that will never go away, fleets should use layered security.
President of the ATA says one million truck drivers needed over next decade just to maintain current economic demand.
New Jersey trucking company fights back against nuclear verdicts.
TRALA-proposed amended language surrounding an IRP issue with the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles has been included in a bill that recently became law.
Trucking companies have the trucks and the freight, but not the drivers .
Canadian jurisdictions will delay implementing penalties in ELD mandate until next year.
Delays continue for potential new FMCSA system to score carrier safety.
Selecting the right auto liability policy starts with talking to an agency with experience with new entrants to the trucking industry.
Fireworks haulers seek multiyear ELD waiver.
Some of the country's largest suppliers see widespread summer fuel shortage unlikely amid tight tank driver supply and booming demand.
Some ELD providers are being affected by the global chip shortage.
Recent study says bottlenecks cause almost 75,000 years of freight delays annually.
Volvo VNR Electric makes nation's first zero-emission grocery delivery.
Biden's budget proposal includes billions for provisions to boost transportation infrastructure.
Five more people plead guilty to staging two accidents in New Orleans with tractor-trailers in 2017.
Experts say cybercrime is soaring around the world.
House bill would require screening for sleep apnea, place limits on drivers' personal conveyance, and return CSA scores to public view.
Check out the three kinds of maintenance costs that fleets need to track.
Bill on speed limiters reintroduced in Congress.
The California Trucking Association filed for the Ninth Circuit Court to rehear the controversial AB 5 contractor law.
The rise of electric vehicles forces states to rethink transportation funding sources that currently come from taxes on diesel and gasoline.
FMCSA extends HOS exemption for fuel haulers in 10 states due to Colonial Pipeline hack.
Communication and transparency are key to recruiting and retaining professional truck drivers.
Experts say cybercrime is soaring around the world.
Updated guidance on enforcement discretion for substance abuse professionals and service agents.
House bill would require screening for sleep apnea and return CSA scores to public view.
Legislature approves new highway usage tax on large commercial trucks to bolster rebuild of Connecticut's transportation network.
Study says nearly 5.5 million trucks are using advanced diesel engine technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
How fleets can protect themselves from thieves who use variety of tactics to steal goods from trucks.
PGT Trucking inks deal to test Locomation's platooning technology.
Lawmakers voted to keep a provision in highway funding bill that would increase liability insurance minimums for trucking companies.
Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse revisions are on the FMCSA's regulatory radar.
Some important information regarding Canada's new ELD mandate.
Check out the "2021 Top 100 For-Hire Carriers" list, with some shifts due to the pandemic and acquisitions.
Legislation is focusing on attracting more women to the trucking industry.
The rise of electric vehicles forces states to rethink transportation funding sources that currently come from taxes on diesel and gasoline.
Communication and transparency are key to recruiting and retaining professional truck drivers .
U.S. auto safety regulators will move to require automatic emergency braking systems on new heavy trucks.
California Trucking Association voices concerns over warehouse emissions rule.
COVID-19 waivers for CDL, CLP holders now extended through August.
Court denies request for rehearing in another California AB 5 setback for trucking.
FMCSA is amending its regulations to extend the compliance date to 2025 for several provisions of the Medical Examiner’s Certification Integration final rule.
The FMCSA is proposing a change to the regulations that would increase the area in which certain safety devices may be mounted on the windshield of a CMV.
The FMCSA proposes amendments to its Hazardous Materials Safety Permits regulations.
The shortage of tank drivers could result in spot fuel shortages.
Trucking industry representatives met with federal officials to discuss driver retention and supply chain issues.
The PHMSA is seeking ideas to advance the safe transportation of hazardous materials.
Preparation and attention to detail can help inspections go smoothly.
HOS waivers in Florida and Georgia in response to tropical storm Elsa.
Registration has opened for the FMCSA's Training Provider Registry.
New Texas law strikes a blow against plaintiff's attorneys who have used the Reptile Theory to go after trucking companies for large verdicts.
FMCSA says states must go all-electronic on CDL info exchange by August 2024.
Bipartisan bill that would repeal federal excise tax on the sale of heavy-duty trucks and trailers receives support from trucking groups.
Truck leasing and rental companies are seeing demand surge amid increased ecommerce shopping and microchip shortage.
DOT overview presented regarding testing initiatives for automated vehicles.
Audit reveals that the FMCSA has gaps in its oversight of CDL disqualification regulations.
Unannounced inspection blitz puts more than 1,200 trucks out of service.
The CVSA has released the results of the 2021 International Roadcheck
Infrastructure bill contains numerous trucking-related provisions
This year's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is set for September 12-18
Silicon Valley startup Plus says the global race to develop fully autonomous trucks reached a mileston
Booming trucking market resulting in many mergers and acquisitions
Some tips to avoid truck downtime this Fall
Report shows DOT Clearinghouse is working to keep the roads safer
A strong safety culture is imperative as nuclear verdicts drive up costs
Canada has its first certified compliant ELD under new HOS regs
FMCSA wants missing driver exam results from medical examiners by Sept. 30
The CTA sizes up its chances in AB 5 Supreme Court battle
Advisory group is urging federal officials to address the nationwide shortage of truck drivers
The board of directors for the Unified Carrier Registration Plan has an aggressive strategy to identify and contact unregistered motor carriers
A look at the future of trucking and alternative fuels
The FMCSA provides some clarification to changes in latest COVID-19 pandemic emergency declaration
With the upcoming sunsetting of the 3G cellular network, trucking fleet owners and operators need to begin planning to replace or upgrade many of their communications and analytic devices, including ELDs
Controversy in California over road usage charge pilot program
Technology cuts down on traditional blind spots with HD displays that make hauling a trailer much safer
Incidents of unexpected roadside breakdowns are falling, but repair costs are climbing
Many trucking and logistics companies are doubling down on their defenses against the threat of ransomware attacks
Lawsuit by truck driver allowed to proceed against CBD companies
DOT officials recognize and praise truck drivers for their many contributions
Experts say these steps can prevent legal risks for fleets
Some say a CDL testing backlog is prolonging the shortage of truck and bus drivers
The actions taken by motor carriers in the hours following a truck-involved crash can be critical to the potential legal outcome of the incident
Consult these FAQs from the FMCSA when you have an ELD-related question
ELD specifications in Canada vary slightly from those used in the U.S. and a third party must verify that the devices meet Canada’s regulatory and technical standards
FMCSA Administrator nominee Meera Joshi weighs in on COVID hours waiver, trucking oversight, and more
Report from the FMCSA's Clearinghouse shows positive drug tests through August had almost a 13% increase versus one year ago
FedEx has started to use self-driving trucks to haul goods between Dallas and Houston as part of a pilot program with Aurora and Paccar
New Jersey fuel tax rates set to decrease starting Oct. 1
California governor signed a bill to extend the state's mileage tax pilot program
Some valuable tips to save on fleet costs
FMCSA rule gives states 60 days to revoke CDLs for drug violations
Trucking vows to fight the vaccine mandate rule
The growth of electric vehicles will create challenges in highway funding and infrastructure in the years to come
Two major trucking technology vendors joined the shortlist of third-party certified electronic logging device solutions required by Transport Canada’s ELD mandate
The California Trucking Association is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review the AB5 independent contractor law
The ATRI has begun a second survey of motor carriers and truck drivers to assess the state of adoption of truck safety technologies
CVSA releases results from Operation Safe Driver in July
Acquisitions in the trucking industry show no signs of slowing down
The hazmat enforcement blitz in June resulted in 2,700 violations over five days
Aurora has released details on how it will bring its technology to market, starting with autonomous trucking services in 2023
The leader of the ATA talks trucking industry issues at the Management Conference & Exhibition in Nashville
The FMCSA is reaching out to truck drivers to make sure their ELDs remain compliant after the shut down of the 3G networks
FMCSA Committee to discuss workforce skills for the trucking industry and identify gaps, opportunities and potential best practices
Some commonly asked questions about the FMCSA's drug and alcohol database
Ryder System and Georgia Tech are set to produce the first data-driven study on the impact of autonomous trucking
Interesting study on chameleon carriers and their likelihood of being involved in severe crashes versus carriers that operate in compliance with the laws
The USDOT has released state by state fact sheets highlighting benefits of the infrastructure law
Canada says cross-border truck drivers must be vaccinated by Jan. 15
New inspection regulations go into effect Dec. 6, is your rear-impact guard compliant?
The FMCSA extends the COVID-19 emergency declaration through February 28, 2022
Fleets that employ effective preemptive strategies are less likely to be victims of cargo theft
Some important tips on preparing your fleet for the winter
Driver availability comprises six of the top eight issues on the trucking industry's list of concerns
Supreme Court requests Solicitor General input on the California AB 5 bill
California will increase weight limits for trucks to 88,000 lbs in an effort to ease supply chain bottlenecks
Some great tips for safe truck driving in the winter
Truck fleets can leverage resources to better understand the mental health of their drivers and employees
Some specific considerations fleet managers must keep in mind regarding regular maintenance inspections
The Highway Accident Fairness Act of 2021 has been introduced to help curb the growing issue of lawsuit abuse in the trucking industry
The Biden administration will unveil its "Trucking Action Plan" in an effort to address supply chain challenges
Some interesting information on how autonomous truck technology will impact freight transportation, carriers and truck drivers
Canada takes systematic approach to ELD certification, resulting in fewer options for carriers
Artificial intelligence cameras in trucks provide added data and safety
The top 5 metrics every motor carrier should be tracking on a routine basis
Some important things to know about the Entry-Level Driver Training requirements that will go into effect February 7
Truck drivers can lose a lot of valuable drive time sitting and waiting at a shipper and/or receiver facility
Proposed bill is intended to discourage staged collisions with trucks and fraudulent insurance claims
The White House releases plan with goal to grow the national electric vehicle charging network to 500,000 charging stations
At CCJ's Solutions Summit in Arizona, top fleets shared their strategies to use technology to improve driver pay, recognition, quality of life, recruiting and retention
The FMCSA temporarily waives the ‘under the hood’ skills test for school bus CDL applicants
The CVSA schedules webinar to go over updated out-of-service criteria set to go into effect April 1
The U.S. DOT updates innovation and technology principles
J.B. Hunt and Waymo have entered into a long-term alliance to commercialize autonomous driving technology in the trucking industry
The U.S. DOT shares the next steps in several new initiatives which are part of the Trucking Action Plan
Eight states are in pursuit of changing how much fuel tax is collected from motorists and truck drivers
This year’s Roadmap of State Highway Safety Laws calls for more federal mandates on vehicles, including trucks
The FMCSA is proposing reduced Unified Carrier Registration fees for the 2023 registration year
Trucking industry leaders speak out on critical issues
The ATA has renewed calls for USDOT officials to pursue policies around the deployment of autonomous technologies for the industry
The TCA identifies truckload carriers that have demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to safety
New York seeks to speed up the CDL process for truck and bus drivers
Building a reputation for safety is a key cornerstone for retaining good drivers and recruiting the best candidates
Transportation Secretary announces zero-fatality road safety strategy
Lease and rental demands are at all-time highs
The FMCSA extends the waiver for the "under-the-hood" CDL test requirement
Federal regulators modify some drug testing requirements
FMCSA warns motor carriers not to fall victim to potential scams
Daimler Truck CEO talks about benefits of autonomous trucks to the industry
Proactive safety measures can reduce stress and violations
Insight on who would be the principal litigation target in crashes involving possible future rigs piloted by automated systems
Bill introduced to give tax credits to truck drivers
The CVSA is petitioning the FMCSA to more clearly define the meaning of “personal conveyance” in its guidelines for CMVs
The rise of e-commerce and the impacts on the trucking industry
Check out the map of the 2022 top 100 logistics companies across North America
The challenges faced in developing an alternative to the fuel tax that will be fair for all highway users
Positive drug tests reported to the FMCSA's Clearinghouse are on the rise so far this year
The third-party logistics industry continues to change and grow
The FMCSA issued a notice of intent to solicit comments for setting a truck speed limit using electronic engine devices in a proposed rule anticipated in 2023
Diesel fuel increases and its importance to the U.S. and global economies
Federal program unlocks funding for states and localities over five years that includes adding electric charging stations at truck stops
Driver training curriculums are changing to adjust for the future of autonomous trucks
The federal ban on marijuana use has sidelined tens of thousands of truck drivers
Trucking industry is generally in favor of oral-fluid testing for drugs
Alternative fuel vehicle adoption can be a costly venture, but investments in these green technologies continue to grow at fast rate
Covenant Logistics partners with Aurora to explore bringing autonomous technology to long-haul trucking
In a report to Congress released this week, the FMCSA emphasized that the costs of catastrophic truck or bus crashes have increased significantly over the past 40 years
The International Roadcheck doesn’t catch all truck drivers, but it has a long-lasting benefit to safety
The NTSB says more flexible truck speed limiter mandate should be looked at by federal regulators
Volvo announced it will partner with DHL as its first customer to pilot the hub-to-hub solution
The American Transportation Research Institute unveiled its top five research areas for 2022
Wireless roadside inspections would save drivers and companies time and money by transmitting real-time data to federal and state regulators without requiring vehicles to stop
The FMCSA issued an HOS waiver for haulers of baby formula and related manufacturing ingredients

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