Federal, News
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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Features, News
Transition Trucking field down to 12
The field for the 2022 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award has been narrowed to 12 finalists, Fastport recently announced.
Crime & Courts, News
TuSimple truck incident leads to investor lawsuit
TuSimple is facing a lawsuit alleging it misrepresented its Level 4 autonomous trucks following an incident involving one of those trucks.
Federal, News, OOIDA
More time needed to review Medical Examiner Handbook, OOIDA says
OOIDA is asking the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for more time to review its 122-page Medical Examiner Handbook draft.
Business
LTL business is facing a radical transformation
Two fundamental changes are transforming less-than-truckload shipping, as can be seen in recent expansions, acquisitions and other moves.
News, State
Georgia governor renews fuel tax holiday
Action taken by the Georgia governor extends the state’s fuel tax holiday and addresses supply chain issues through mid-October.
Business, News, Products & Services
Bosch investing $200M in fuel cells for electric trucks
Bosch announced that it will produce fuel cell stacks in its Anderson, S.C., facility as part of a more than $200 million investment.
News, State
San Diego County wildfire closes border crossing
Over 4,000 acres in San Diego County have burned, forcing residents to evacuate and the Tecate Port of Entry and state Highway 94 to close.
Federal, News
FMCSA extends emergency declaration through Oct. 15
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is keeping its COVID-19 emergency declaration in place for another 90 days.
News, Safety & Security
Labor Day cargo theft: tips to avoid being a target
Historically, Labor Day weekend has seen a cargo theft spike. Industry insiders share best practices to help you avoid being a target.
Federal, News, OOIDA
FMCSA amends 2023 UCR fees
FMCSA is reducing UCR fees for 2023. OOIDA says the fee reduction doesn’t go nearly far enough.