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Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
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Podcast: Will congressional action shut down push for electric vehicles?
Four members of Congress are working to blunt the Biden administration’s push for electric vehicles. But will they have a real effect?
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Texas trucking firm shutters operations
A Texas trucking company has closed its doors. Find out what led to the closure and how many employees are impacted.
Crime & Courts, News
Train horn costs trucker nearly $2M in hearing-loss lawsuit
A trucker is on the hook for seven figures after a train horn he installed on his truck caused a construction worker to lose his hearing.
News, State
Severe weather emergency in effect in Iowa
Iowa currently has two emergencies in place following reports of six tornadoes touching down across the state on Friday, April 26.
Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
News, State, Truck Parking
Truck parking is focus of legislation in multiple statehouses
Lawmakers in three statehouses are pursuing action that is intended to address concerns about a lack of adequate truck parking.
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GOP lawmakers introduce resolution to undo EPA’s new emission standards
One month after the EPA finalized tougher truck emission standards, Republican lawmakers are attempting to quash them.
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E-ZPass scam targeting customer data, financial information
The E-ZPass Group says a text messaging scam aims to acquire customers’ personal data and financial information across the country.
Federal, News
AEB standards for light vehicles to take effect in 2029
NHTSA recently announced its final rule to mandate AEB technology on light vehicles. Where does the heavy vehicle rule stand?
News, State
Border wait times increase as Texas resumes state-led inspections
Wait times at the U.S.-Mexico border climb as Texas resumes state-led inspections of commercial vehicles. Find out which crossings are impacted.
News, State
Left lane use for trucks is a topic at statehouses
Left lane travel for large trucks is a continuing topic of legislation at statehouses from Colorado to North Carolina.
