Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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Fuel prices, News
Study suggests emissions from zero-emission trucks is much more than zero
A new study by the American Transportation Research Institute suggests that the hype around zero-emission trucks may be a bit overblown.
News, State
Louisiana bill would collect fee from electric and hybrid vehicles
A Louisiana House bill is intended to address supplementing transportation funding via a new fee on electric and hybrid vehicles.
Business, Products & Services
Trucking app seeks to ‘revolutionize the trucking industry’
California-based trucking app company, whose mission is to “revolutionize the trucking industry” for owner-operators, receives $3 million in funding.
Business, Fuel prices, News
A business perspective on rising diesel prices
Diesel prices have hit the transportation industry hard in 2022. Many expect the market to rebound, but will be a challenge in the meantime.
Business
Yellow Corp. optimistic with year of change ahead of it
As it faces a year of terminal and services consolidation and rebranding, Yellow Corp. looks forward to becoming a “super regional” carrier.
Fuel prices, State
States take action on fuel tax relief, tax rebates
States around the country are taking action to provide breaks from fuel taxes for at least certain drivers and relief in other forms.
Equipment
Bridgestone announces new Bandag B713 FuelTech drive tire tread
Bridgestone America’s has launched its new Bandag B713 FuelTech drive tire tread, boasting improved wear life.
Crime & Courts, News
Long list of infractions gets Houston carrier barred
Houston-based Jaypur Logistics LLC has been ordered to cease all trucking operations. FMCSA cites a long list of infractions in the order.
Fuel prices, News
Another record-breaking week
Diesel numbers continue to climb and more records were set this week. According to the EIA report, the national average is now $5.623.
Federal, News
FMCSA grants exemption to Cleveland-Cliffs Steel’s scrap metal drivers
FMCSA has granted another hours of service exemption to Indiana-based company Cleveland-Cliffs Steel.