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CDL changes would hinder safety, truckers say
Hundreds of truck drivers have spoken out against proposed changes to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s CDL requirements.
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Podcast: Expert – trucking’s inefficiencies put the burden on drivers
Whether it’s lease-purchase agreements, compensation or any number of other issues, Steve Viscelli has thoughts about how to change things.
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TA announces recipients of 2024 Citizen Driver Award
Annual Citizen Driver Award given to three truckers. Find out who took home the honor and what they won.
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UPDATE: Francis Scott Key Bridge struck by ship, collapses
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into the Patapsco River early Tuesday morning after it was struck by a ship destined for Sri Lanka.
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Michigan House fails to advance bills to provide reciprocity for certain loads
A Michigan House bill package revisiting reciprocity for timber haulers who must cross the state’s borders fails to advance.
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Alabama organizations assisting Texas wildfire relief efforts
The Alabama Trucking Association and Alabama Cattlemen’s Association are hauling hay and raising money for those affected by Texas wildfires.
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Motorists still fearful of self-driving vehicles
A new survey shows a majority of Americans are afraid of self-driving vehicles but are OK with semi-autonomous features like AEBs.
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Truckers weigh in on ELD exemption request
An owner-operator recently asked FMCSA for an exemption from the ELD mandate. Dozens of truckers have submitted comments.
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Nomination period for Transition Trucking award now open
Nominations for the 2024 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award are being accepted to find “America’s top rookie military driver.”
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New Jersey Legislature approves fuel tax increase
The New Jersey Legislature quickly approved a bill to extend a gas and diesel tax rule and to add a new transportation revenue source.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Recent cargo theft analysis shows significant increase from previous year
Cargo theft in the U.S. saw a significant increase in 2023. Find out which states and commodities were the most targeted last year.
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Bills of interest to trucking businesses pass committees
A pair of bills of particular interest to trucking businesses passed through Congressional committees on Thursday, March 21.