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.
Listen Now
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.
The Latest
Crime & Courts, News
Philips agrees to billion-dollar settlement from CPAP recall
After a massive recall of CPAP devices, a settlement has been made to compensate users for damages. Here’s how the money will be disbursed.
Federal, News
House passes bill requiring more oversight of U.S. Postal Service truck contractors
A bill requiring the U.S. Postal Service to track and report crashes involving truckers transporting mail is halfway through Congress.
News
Francis Scott Key Bridge emergency order extended
The Francis Scott Key Bridge emergency issued in March has been extended for a second time and now will remain in effect through June 8.
Crime & Courts, News
Texas Supreme Court revives trucker’s multimillion-dollar negligence lawsuit
A trucker was awarded millions after claiming his employer coerced him to violate hours-of-service regulations. That verdict is now in jeopardy.
Federal, News
FMCSA plans registration modernization meeting for May 29
In an attempt to deter fraud and improve an outdated system, FMCSA is working toward modernizing the registration process.
News, State
Pennsylvania House panel approves local funding flexibility for bridges
A Pennsylvania House committee voted to advance a bill to give counties local funding flexibility to address municipal bridge projects.
News, State
Severe weather emergency issued in Texas
A weather emergency is in effect for 88 Texas counties through May 13 after over one week of advisories from the National Weather Service.
News, State
States enact rules that cover motorcycle lane filtering
State lawmakers address the legalization of driving motorcycles between traffic, or lane filtering, in certain circumstances.
News
FMCSA encourages safe driving around large trucks, buses
FMCSA is working to spread the message of how the general public can safely share the roads with large trucks and buses.
News
KC Scout traffic service hit by cyberattack
A cyberattack is affecting the dynamic message boards, cameras and website connected to the KC Scout traffic and travel service.