Federal, News
FMCSA grants TIA’s petition on training for brokers
FMCSA has granted a petition from the Transportation Intermediaries Association regarding training requirements for brokers.
Listen Now
Podcast: Economist – pay and safety go hand-in-hand in trucking
A well-paid trucker is a safe trucker. Michael Belzer of Wayne State University concluded that about intrastate and interstate truckers.
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News, State
Wisconsin DMV reminds motor carriers to file Form 2290 before plate renewal
Wisconsin wants motor carriers to remember: Due to COVID-19, plate renewals must be done via mail and require an IRS Form 2290.
Federal, News
FMCSA’s HOS ag rule clears White House review
FMCSA’s interim final rule regarding hours of service for transportation of agricultural commodities has cleared the White House.
News, State
Massachusetts governor renews pursuit of tougher truck rules
A bill introduced by the Massachusetts governor would implement changes in statute to address concerns about truck safety.
Business, Products & Services
Freight volume eases, but reefer rates rise, DAT reports
Freight volume and load posts were easing last week after companies had built up inventories in September and October, DAT reports.
Coronavirus, News, Safety & Security
Can COVID ‘mobile morgues’ be used as trailers again?
Can refrigerated trailers that have been used as COVID-19 “mobile morgues” be used to transport food again after storing human remains?
Crime & Courts, News
Ninth Circuit hears oral arguments on California break law preemption
The Ninth Circuit heard oral arguments over whether or not the FMCSA had the authority to preempt California’s break laws.
News, State
Michigan urges ‘vigilance’ after dead spotted lanternfly cases identified
Freight carriers, warehouse workers and delivery drivers should be on the lookout for spotted lanternfly in Michigan, the state warns.
Tolls
PennDOT approved to install tolls on major bridges
PennDOT received approval to consider tolls for its Major Bridge P3 project, potentially costing motorists more money to drive in the state.
Crime & Courts
Coca-Cola escapes six-figure jury award increase in crash case
A New York state appeals court has taken Coca-Cola off the hook for hundreds of thousands of dollars in a truck crash lawsuit.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel prices jump nearly 6 cents, according to EIA report
For the second straight week, diesel prices saw a significant increase nationally, according to federal and industry reports.
