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More than 150 lawmakers ask EPA to rescind heavy-duty emission rule
More than 150 lawmakers are urging the EPA to rescind its final rule regarding emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
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Podcast: Operational costs reach new high
The American Transportation Research Institute’s latest report details the high cost of doing business across the board.
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News, Safety & Security
Industry insider urges drivers to be aware of cargo theft with holiday approaching
With the holiday approaching, one industry insider is warning drivers about a spike in cargo theft. What you can do to avoid being a target.
News, State
Idling time limit for cars and trucks topic of New Jersey bill
A bill introduced at the New Jersey statehouse would revise the time limit for idling of many cars and trucks in the state.
Fuel prices, News
National diesel average nearly 2 cents lower
The national diesel average is 1.8 cents lower than last week, according to the Nov. 21 ProMiles.com report. AAA also reported a decrease.
Federal, News
CVSA’s personal conveyance petition lacks data, FMCSA says
If the CVSA wants to limit a truck driver’s use of personal conveyance, FMCSA says it must first provide data of negative safety outcomes.
News, State
Pennsylvania bill covers fuel tax transparency
A Pennsylvania Senate bill is touted to address fuel tax transparency in the state that claims the highest tax rates nationally.
News
California greenhouse gas emissions in transport sector down sharply
The transportation sector showed the largest decline in greenhouse gas emissions in California, but there is a caveat.
Federal, News
Feds seek public input on hazmat technologies
With changes looming for the trucking industry, a federal agency seeks public input on hazmat technologies and R&D efforts.
State
Port of Long Beach opens charging station for heavy-duty electric trucks
The Port of Long Beach announced the opening of what it calls nation’s first public charging stations for heavy-duty electric trucks.
Business, News
Chemical transport company Quantix buys five carriers’ assets
Quantix, a Texas chemical transport company, continues to add to its fleet through acquisitions, now grabbing the assets of five carriers.
Crime & Courts, News
Related Houston motor carriers ordered out of service
Two related Houston motor carriers have been ordered to halt operations for violations including driver licensing, drug testing and hours.