Federal, News
Truck Leasing Task Force plans meetings in June, July
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Truck Leasing Task Force will resume with meetings scheduled in June and July.
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Podcast: In our feelings – freight market sentiment
Lower freight volumes and lower spot rates have been the norm for several months now – but are better times right around the corner? Owner-operators seem to think so.
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Brent Spence Bridge project gets federal environmental approval
The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project is moving to the design and construction phase after receiving federal environmental approval.
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Shell Rotella SuperRigs Truck Show schedule released
The 2024 Shell Rotella SuperRigs Truck Show is May 30-June 1 at the Texas Motor Speedway. Awards will be presented in 24 categories.
News, State
New Utah law sets stiff penalties for road rage
A Utah bill has been signed into law that is intended to help address concern about road rage incidents on state roadways.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Coalition of states challenge California’s Advanced Clean Fleets regulation
A coalition of states filed a lawsuit against California’s Advanced Clean Fleets reg, claiming it is “defying real-world reality.”
News, Safety & Security
Truckers prepare for annual safety blitz
International Roadcheck is underway, and inspectors will have two focus areas. Here’s what you need to know about the annual safety blitz.
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CRST exemption renewed despite opposition from truck safety groups
The Truck Safety Coalition’s opposition wasn’t enough to stop FMCSA from renewing an exemption for CRST’s student drivers.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News
24 states file first lawsuit challenging EPA’s new truck emission rule
A coalition of two dozen states is challenging the EPA’s truck emission rule in federal court, saying new standards “defy reality.”
News, State
New Georgia law nixes truck driver direct-action rule
The state of Georgia has acted to revise a nearly century-old direct-action statute that negatively affected truck drivers.
Crime & Courts, News, Safety & Security
Report shows cargo theft incidents continue to climb
Cargo theft activity has reached “new heights,” according to one industry insider. Find out what’s causing the rise in crime.
Federal, News
FMCSA sticks with broker final rule, while planning other rulemakings
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration plans to maintain its final rule on broker and freight forwarder financial responsibility.
