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.
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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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Crime & Courts, News
Trucker sentenced to 10 years in prison for Swift trailer arson spree
A trucker will be serving a lot of time in prison for a revenge-fueled arson spree against Swift that spanned eight states over 10 months.
News, State
California bill to fund transit via tax or vehicle surcharge sidelined
A California Senate-approved bill to help cover costs for San Francisco-area transit operations has been halted again.
Federal, News
FMCSA moves forward with procedural rule; other CDL rulemaking faces pushback
FMCSA issued a final rule that requires states to follow up-to-date CDL practices. Meanwhile, another CDL rulemaking is receiving pushback.
News, State, Truck Parking
Nevada seeks trucker feedback on truck parking availability system
Nevada is developing a system alerting truckers about truck parking at rest areas, but the state needs driver input before moving forward.
News, State
Michigan House panel advances weight increase for electric trucks
A Michigan House committee voted to advance a bill that would permit heavier electric trucks on roadways throughout the state.
News
EIA forecasts increase in U.S. crude oil production
The Energy Information Administration expects an increase in oil production in several regions in 2024. Find out more details from the report.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tabbed among top transportation companies for women to work
OOIDA nominated as a “Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation.” Here’s how to vote for the Association to receive the top honor.
News, State, Truck Parking
New York needs trucker input on I-84 truck parking study
The New York State DOT wants to address truck parking needs along Interstate 84, but it needs valuable information from truckers first.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Ninth Circuit upholds AB5 in gig worker case
The full 11-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld California’s AB5 in a ruling announced Monday, June 10.
News
Fort McHenry Channel at Port of Baltimore fully restored
The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Baltimore District announced the full reopening of Fort McHenry Federal Channel at the Port of Baltimore.
