The Latest

Crime & Courts, Federal, News

Driver receives payout after being terminated for refusing to violate HOS regs

After refusing to violate hours-of-service regs, a driver was fired. Now the company is facing the consequences.

Federal, News

Truckers weigh in on high school’s commercial learner’s permit request

FMCSA must decide whether to grant a high school’s exemption request to allow students to acquire a commercial learner’s permit.

News

Key Bridge emergency extended for the third time

The emergency issued after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March has been extended for the third time through June 22.

News

Trucking jobs take a big hit in May

The number of trucking jobs dropped for a second consecutive month as the industry deals with overcapacity and low rates.

News

Rehab project underway on three New York bridges

$9.9 million will be spent on three bridges used by 25,000 vehicles per day in Erie County, N.Y., as part of a rehabilitation project.

News

In-cab warning devices now required for certain commercial vehicles in British Columbia

A mandate for in-cab warning devices on trucks with dump boxes is in effect in British Columbia. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant.

News, State

Second bird flu emergency declared in Iowa

Bird flu emergencies are now in effect for two Iowa counties after cases were confirmed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Federal, News

FMCSA plans public listening session on safety fitness determination

Later this month, FMCSA plans to host an in-person listening session regarding safety fitness determinations for motor carriers.

News, State, Truck Parking

Connecticut turns to technology to address truck parking

UConn researchers are developing a truck parking app with the Connecticut DOT that they hope will expand beyond state lines.

News, State

Towing reform pursuits reach finish line in four states

Unfair towing and booting practices of commercial vehicles are the focus of new laws soon to take effect in four states.