Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
Listen Now
Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
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Crime & Courts, News
Trio pleads guilty to roles in staged-accident fraud scheme
Now 35 people have been convicted in connection with the New Orleans staged-accident fraud scheme known as “Operation Sideswipe.”
Business, Equipment
Sales of commercial vehicles, trailers raise show uncertainty
Despite slower freight activity, there is reason to be optimistic about sales of commercial vehicles and trailers, say ACT Research analysts.
Business, Products & Services
Spot loads dropped for vans, reefers and flatbeds, DAT reports
Loads dropped last week on the DAT MemberEdge load board, and it didn’t matter whether it was van, reefer or flatbed.
Fuel prices, News
Fuel market remains extremely volatile
April’s short-term energy outlook released by the EIA indicated uncertainty remains high as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues.
Federal, News
Bill would create tax credit for commercial truck drivers
A bipartisan bill in the U.S. House of Representatives would create a tax credit for commercial truck drivers who meet certain requirements.
News, State
Florida DOT offers info, seeks input on I-4 truck parking
Another chance to hear about adding truck parking along I-4 in Florida is scheduled in late April. Attend in person, virtually or by phone.
News, State
Virginia governor vetoes winter weather restrictions on trucks
Virginia’s governor acted this week to turn back an effort to place limitations on truck travel during winter weather.
Federal, News, State
U.S. Customs and Border Protection calls Texas border stoppage ‘unnecessary’
U.S. Customs and Border Protection urges Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to call off his “unnecessary” inspection decree on border shipments.
News, State
Tennessee bill seeks to create CDL training program for inmates
Citing success in other states, proposed legislation in Tennessee aims to create a CDL training program for incarcerated individuals nearing their release.
News, State
Nebraska public-private partnership bill nears passage
A bill nearing passage in the Nebraska Legislature would authorize the state to move forward with public-private partnerships.