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Michigan DOT closing highway for bridge demolition

The Michigan Department of Transportation will close a portion of Interstate 496 and U.S. Highway 127 for bridge demolition this weekend.

News, Truck Parking

Survey reveals what truckers want in a truck stop

A survey reveals the importance of truck parking at private truck stops and the need for other amenities you can’t find at rest areas.

News, State

Michigan adopts revision to speed limit rule

A new Michigan law permits the state to revise a speed limit rule. A related rule change is being pursued in New Jersey.

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Port of Long Beach to study multimodal transportation

The Port of Long Beach is contracting with infrastructure-management company Iteris for an 18-month study to enhance multimodal transportation.

Federal, News, State

FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules

FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.

News, State

New Wisconsin law authorizes truck-driver training grant program

The Wisconsin governor has signed into law a bill to require the establishment and administration of a truck driver training grant program.

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Autonomous vehicle stakeholders seek clarity from federal, state governments

A report from autonomous vehicle stakeholders reveals that although progress is being made, uncertainty in government policies is getting in the way.

Federal, News

FMCSA’s Safety Research Forum open for registration

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will have its annual Safety Research Forum later this month. It is open to the public.

Features

Beware of falling bridges

No trucks fell in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The history of bridge collapses shows that hasn’t always been the case.

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Port of Baltimore business-recovery grants now available

Grant programs providing millions of dollars to help businesses affected by reduced operations at the Port of Baltimore have been announced.