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President Biden proposes transportation budget increase.
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.
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.
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.
The rise of electric vehicles forces states to rethink transportation funding sources that currently come from taxes on diesel and gasoline.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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 important things to know about the Entry-Level Driver Training requirements that will go into effect February 7
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
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
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
The FMCSA issued an HOS waiver for haulers of baby formula and related manufacturing ingredients
The ATA is taking nominations to recognize the most passionate representatives of the trucking industry’s image
The U.S. DOT is seeking feedback from users regarding possible improvements to public drug testing data on its website
Obstructive sleep apnea is one of the most prevalent and undiagnosed sleep disorders impacting the transportation industry
The Canadian Trucking Alliance says enforcement of the ELD mandate will begin in January
Check out these helpful steps truck drivers can take to maintain mental health on the job
States are finalizing their electric vehicle infrastructure deployment plans to meet the Aug. 1 deadline
The NHTSA rear-underride rule will take effect early next year
Check out some interesting transport data and see what it says about the state of the trucking industry
Volvo Group is looking to expand its autonomous and electric truck programs to build market share
Digital license plates are in use for heavy trucks in California and Arizona, and now Texas becomes the latest state to adopt this innovative technology
The deadline is August 31 for filing Form 2290, the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return
General Motors announced a collaboration with Pilot Flying J to install high speed charging stations at around 500 truck and travel stop locations
Some helpful tips in navigating the new FMCSA vision exemptions process
The FMCSA is set to publish an updated version of the Medical Examiner Handbook
Check out some helpful information in spotting fake notices pertaining to DOT compliance and biennial updates
With the supply chain constantly evolving, innovation is key to attracting the next generation of transportation leaders
The FMCSA announces $3.1 million in grants to assist current and former members of the military to earn a CDL
Check out the latest truck inspection procedures that drivers can expect at weigh stations
ATA President says the trucking industry continues to show resilience despite challenges in the U.S. economy
Embark Trucks has developed the capability for Embark-powered #autonomous semis to identify and stop for law enforcement vehicles
Survey shows a rebalancing of the owner-operator market
Some helpful tips on ways #fleets can reduce the risk of a nuclear verdict
Proposed CBD guidance for medical examiners as they carry out physical exams for commercial drivers in interstate travel
Daimler and Waymo are set to kick off public testing of the first-ever redundant autonomous Class 8 trucking platform
The FMCSA is reducing the Unified Carrier Registration fees for 2023
The FMCSA extends the COVID emergency declaration for the hours-of-service waiver through Oct. 15
The ATRI launches survey asking trucking industry stakeholders to rank the top issues of concern for the industry along with potential solutions
Commercial vehicle inspectors conducted more than 59,000 inspections during the 2022 International Roadcheck event, placing 12,456 vehicles out of service
A majority of the companies that appear on the top 100 private carriers list were able to expand their fleet operations during the past year despite challenges
Signs of normalcy returning to trucking market after three years of turbulence
The rise of e-commerce and the customer base are changing the LTL business
The TCA and CarriersEdge are accepting nominations through Oct. 31 for the annual Best Fleets to Drive For contest
The FMCSA is looking for feedback from truck drivers regarding ELD regulations
Wireless charging is slowly making its way to Class 8 electric tractors as a cheaper, safer option versus plugging in
The Infrastructure for Rebuilding America program awards grants to improve freight movement and truck parking
The FMCSA is looking to recruit 100 truck drivers for autonomous vehicle study
The FMCSA is planning a study to examine the effect of human driver factors for Level 2 & 3 automated driving systems on commercial trucks
Volvo, Mack and Tesla have all recently announced deals and timetables for more of their battery-electric trucks reaching customers
The Department of Labor has proposed a new definition of independent contractor and the effect on the trucking industry
CVSA hazmat blitz in June found 1,774 hazardous materials/dangerous goods violations.
The FMCSA has set June 2023 as target date for rolling out final speed limiter proposal
The CVSA approved a new standard and procedure to govern inspections of autonomous commercial motor vehicles
Elon Musk announced PepsiCo will be the first recipient of his company's electric semi-trucks this December
Hutcheson outlines priorities on the FMCSA's Fall agenda
The FMCSA receives over 700 comments on the proposed rule to mandate electronic ID technology for CMVs. The majority of the comments were against the rule, citing concerns with cost, privacy and cybersecurity
Electric vehicles are shrinking gas tax revenue, so more states are debating mileage taxes on drivers of electric vehicles
The CVSA announced dates for 2023 for several of its annual enforcement campaigns
California Highway Patrol wants to mandate ELDs in trucks that operate only within the state
The Energy Information Administration’s most recent forecasts predict continued higher prices for diesel through early 2023
The Transportation Security Administration has lowered TWIC and hazmat fees for drivers
New changes designed to streamline how trucking companies comply with the FMCSA's Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse are just around the corner
Embark launches coast-to-coast autonomous trucking network
Tips for keeping truck systems in top shape during the winter months
FMCSA emphasizes road safety during holiday season
Brake Safety Week resulted in 13% of CMVs being placed out of service for brake violations
Push for ELD mandate on older trucks by TCA and safety groups
Trucking industry looking at smoother holiday season
Efforts to help truck drivers cope with high inflation by providing some relief at the fuel pump continue, but it complicates IFTA in some cases
The Hawaii DOT is advocating a road usage tax starting with 8 cents per mile for electric vehicles
The FMCSA plans to place limits on the amount of regulatory relief that is granted when an emergency declaration is issued
Aurora released the latest version of its integrated hardware and autonomy system to its autonomous trucking fleet in Texas
The demand for power will skyrocket when trucking goes electric
ATRI study assesses the infrastructure needs for converting the U.S. vehicle fleet to battery electric, with an emphasis on trucking
Some great reminders regarding load securement to keep vehicles and drivers safe on the roads
Uber Freight and Volvo Autonomous Solutions announced a multi-phase commercial and technology partnership
Lawmakers want Transportation Secretary to speed deployment of connected vehicle technology to avoid crashes
Regulatory victories in trucking over the last year and the challenges ahead
Diesel price decline expected to continue into 2023
The FMCSA proposes changes to freight broker and freight forwarder financial responsibility requirements
The Department of Transportation announced the annual increases for fines for violations of certain regulations
Advances in the development of autonomous trucks are highlighted at CES 2023 in Las Vegas
Some interesting transport data and what it says about the trucking industry
A recap of some of the new, pending and possible rules and regulations facing the trucking industry in 2023
The U.S., Mexico and Canada will collaborate on five initiatives to improve North American supply chain resilience
The FMCSA plans unfit motor carrier notice for March
The FMCSA will begin requiring all of its certified medical examiners to pass a recertification test every 10 years
The CVSA has set the 2023 dates for the commercial motor vehicle inspection blitzes
Federal drug regulators looking to add fentanyl to drug tests
Check out which carriers are on the 2023 FreightWaves Top 500 For-Hire Carriers list
Carriers have weathered years of insurance premium increases, but may see slight relief in 2023
New regulations for 2023 in front of state and federal regulators could create obstacles for how trucking carriers operate
Trucking associations urging the U.S. to end its vaccine mandate for non-American truck drivers traveling back and forth from Canada
ATA President pushes for repeal of long-standing excise tax on new trucks
The rising cost of liability insurance is hurting trucking companies, driven in part by high-dollar accident settlements involving semis
Important Wisconsin Road Closure: WIisconsin Highway 21 will be closed to through traffic and detoured for approximately five months from March 27 through September 2023. Traffic will be detoured via WIS 21 to I-39 to WIS 73 to WIS 22
Some helpful information for carriers in navigating the Connecticut highway use fee
Check out the rundown of proposed changes to the FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS) for motor carriers
Truck stop plazas are learning the challenges and opportunities they will face as hydrogen, battery-electric and other alternative fuel sources become more widespread
The FMCSA is proposing reduced Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) fees for the 2024 registration year
Proposed legislation in Canada looking to keep trucking companies with poor safety records off the roadways
The FMCSA is offering grant opportunities to organizations with impactful project ideas for reducing crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses
The FMCSA has removed another ELD from its list of registered devices
Supply chain challenges have demonstrated that innovations are still needed to make the transportation network more efficient
A great way to control insurance costs is through establishing a strong safety and compliance program
The FMCSA's Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse will become more proactive by the end of March, notifying current employers if a company driver fails a pre-employment screening with another carrier
The use of technology and ways to combat nuclear verdicts were discussed during a roundtable session at TCA’s Truckload 2023 Orlando
Mixed comments so far on the proposed changes to the FMCSA’s CSA carrier Safety Measurement System
The ATRI has launched a driver survey to better understand the impacts of state laws legalizing marijuana on the trucking industry
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s 2023 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria are now in effect
Some great tips to safely survive the International Roadcheck taking place May 16-18
FMCSA forum outlines plans for significant rulemaking proposals, in-depth studies and data collections in 2023 and beyond
The EPA has approved California rules to phase out diesel trucks
The FMCSA provides updates on studies looking at truck driver compensation and detention time
Emerging evidence stresses that employers, particularly in the transportation sector, should stay vigilant with drug testing
Failing to ensure that truck drivers meet all the regulatory and safety qualification requirements to drive can lead to lawsuit exposure
The FMCSA proposes changes to the Crash Preventability Determination Program
The trucking industry has seen a spike in nuclear verdict judgments, with a dramatic increase from 2020 to 2022
C.R. England is partnering with autonomous trucking company Kodiak on a pilot program in Texas
Federal regulators have estimated the annual cost to equip new truck trailers with side underride guards at up to $1.2 billion
The U.S. DOT announces amendment to its drug testing program that will allow for the inclusion of oral fluid testing
Check out some important safety tips to follow for avoiding warm-weather hazards
The American Transportation Research Institute unveiled its top five research projects for 2023
ATA President talks trucking industry wins at Mid-Year Management session
Torc Robotics and C.R. England are teaming up on an autonomous pilot program for refrigerated freight transport
The trucking industry has faced a number of challenges, but has demonstrated time and time again its resiliency and adaptability
There are many advantages of creating a proactive security posture to protect your cargo and your company including regulatory adherence and vulnerability management
The trucking industry has continued to adapt in a post-COVID world
The LICENSE Act is reintroduced and aimed at streamlining burdensome licensing regulations
The emergence of autonomous trucks could spark rising insurance rates
The U.S. and Canada announced the creation of the Binational Electric Vehicle Corridor, which will feature fast chargers every 50 miles
EASE Logistics is set to become the first trucking fleet in the U.S. to deploy connected and automated technology on revenue-generating routes

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