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.
Listen Now
Podcast: Crashes, drugs, fraud and parking on agenda for FMCSA forum
An FMCSA Research Forum is coming up next week, and what comes out of it could have a significant impact on your life as a truck driver.
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Crime & Courts, Federal, News, State
Solicitor general tells Supreme Court to decline AB5 petition
The U.S. Supreme Court shouldn’t hear the California Trucking Association’s case against AB5, the Office of the Solicitor General says.
News, State
New Oklahoma law authorizes autonomous vehicles
A new law in Oklahoma permits the use of fully autonomous vehicles on state roadways. The rule also applies to commercial vehicles.
Features, News
Rhode Island truckers participate in convoy for Special Olympics
Truckers in Rhode Island “showcase industry pride and professionalism” while taking to the streets to help raise money for Special Olympics.
Federal, News
FMCSA provides regulatory relief for transportation of baby formula
The federal government is calling on truck drivers to help out with the nation’s shortage of baby formula with an emergency declaration.
Federal, News
Driving school seeks exemption from instructors’ qualification requirements
A truck driving school says its instructors should be exempt from a driver training rule that requires them to have two years of driving experience.
Fuel prices, News
Lower diesel prices again this week
Diesel prices, including the national average, were lower for the second consecutive week. The Gulf Coast saw the largest drop this week.
News, State
Louisiana House panel backs double fines, camera use on Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
A Louisiana House panel has voted to advance a bill to double fines for speeding and for truck lane restrictions along the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.
News, State
Spring storms lead to Minnesota executive order
Minnesota has experienced extreme weather that is affecting their agricultural industry. The state has an hours-of-service waiver in place.
Equipment, News, State
Sysco to acquire hundreds of Freightliner electric trucks
Sysco Corp. is moving forward with its ambitious emission reduction targets by acquiring nearly 800 electric trucks. Will it work?
Business, Equipment
Meritor buys Siemens Commercial Vehicle business
Shortly after announcing plans to join Cummins Inc., Meritor is buying Siemens Commercial Vehicle biz for more electric powertrain expertise.
