Federal, News
FMCSA appoints acting administrator
Vinn White has been named FMCSA’s new acting leader, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday, June 25.
Listen Now
Podcast: When will the trucking turnaround arrive?
David Spencer of Arrive Logistics discusses some of the factors that feed into the trucking slump and when the industry may turn around.
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News, State, Tolls
Washington bill would reduce certain Tacoma Narrows Bridge tolls
A Washington Senate-approved bill would provide relief for many Tacoma Narrows Bridge users, but truck drivers are cut out of relief.
Federal, News
White House announces several actions to tighten truck emission standards
The White House is proposing actions that will significantly increase truck emission standards in what OOIDA calls “government overreach.”
Features, News
Women in Trucking picks finalists for driver of the year award
Women in Trucking Association has announced the finalists for its third annual driver-of the year award. Winner to be announced at MATS.
Federal, News
FMCSA issues final rule to end duplicative regulation
FMCSA will eliminate a “duplicative” regulation that requires drivers to submit a list of traffic convictions to their employers.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel surges by more than 70 cents
The weekly federal report shows massive jumps in diesel prices across the country, including a 74.5-cent surge in the national average.
Business, Equipment
ConMet partners with Carrier, Great Dane on zero-emission reefer trailer
ConMet eMobility aims to perfect a zero-emission reefer trailer in partnerships withCarrier Transicold, Great Dane, Sysco Corp. and Meritor.
News, State
Minnesota bills would tap auto parts tax revenue for roads
A pursuit at the Minnesota statehouse would route 100% of tax revenue from auto parts sales tax to the highway user tax distribution fund.
Crime & Courts, News
Company declared imminent hazard after driver crashes, kills officer
Koboat Trucking has been deemed an imminent hazard to safety and ordered to cease operations after its unlicensed driver killed an officer.
Features
Highway Hero’s response: ‘It’s what we do’
A professional driver who is a trained emergency responder was chosen to be Goodyear’s Highway Hero this year for selfless helping others.
News
Canada delays ELD enforcement until 2023
Canada’s transition period for its ELD mandate has been extended until next year, according to the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators.
