News, Safety & Security
Higher truck driver pay linked to fewer crashes
A researcher’s body of work has quantified what truckers have intuitively known for decades: Better truck driver pay will lead to safer highways.
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Podcast: Baltimore bridge collapse update – parking issues
As Baltimore recovers from the recent bridge collapse, a number of issues need to be resolved – and one of the big ones is truck parking.
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Opinion
British Columbia officials drop the ball when it comes to announcing major changes
Legislative changes happen fast in Canada. Did the British Columbia government do enough to inform truckers about a major change?
News
Key Bridge collapse partially affects EIA outlook
The Energy Information Administration has adjusted certain aspects of its short-term energy outlook following the Key Bridge collapse.
Federal, News
Effort to stop speed limiters gains supporters
Three more lawmakers have expressed support for the DRIVE Act, a bill that would prevent trucks from being required to use a speed limiter.
News, State
Towing reforms enacted in Virginia
Multiple rule revisions enacted in the state of Virginia are intended to address predatory towing practices throughout the state.
Business, News
Last minute tax prep? Owner-operators, don’t forget per diem deductions
The per diem rate for self-employed truck drivers and owner-operators has remained unchanged since 2021. We break down what you can claim.
Crime & Courts, News
CRST settles sleeper berth pay dispute for $2.5 million
A wage lawsuit between CRST and trucker trainees nears an end shortly after a federal appeals court found sleeper berth time is compensable.
Federal, News
FMCSA reveals under-21 pilot program’s underwhelming numbers
A recent report from FMCSA revealed an underwhelming response to the agency’s pilot program for under-21 truck drivers.
News
Key Bridge partial, full reopening announced by Army Corps of Engineers
Overcoming challenges from the collapse of the Key Bridge was the focus of a call between federal agencies and the trucking industry.
News, State
New Jersey adopts move-over rule revisions, other states near changes
Move-over legislation enacted in New Jersey applies protection to all highway users. Other states are considering similar revisions.
Federal, News
REPAIR Act finding support from Republicans and Democrats
The REPAIR Act would require manufacturers to provide important repair and diagnostic data. It is receiving bipartisan support.