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White House unlocking $1.5 billion to support zero-emission trucks
The plans made public Wednesday support President Biden’s plans for zero emissions freight corridors.
April 24, 2024
New Mississippi law cracks down on predatory towing
The law establishes a new Commercial Vehicle Towing Advisory Committee, which will set regulations and standards for towing in the state, and more. Also: FBI warns of "smishing" toll collection scam; three Autocar recalls issued.
April 23, 2024
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April 1, 2024
Regulations
Former Philadelphia CDL school owner gets prison time for bribery
The school owner pleaded guilty to bribing a CDL examiner for passing tests for students who did not pass, or even take, the tests. Also: California fleet's drivers ratify new Teamsters contract; St. Christopher Fund raised $13K at MATS.
April 19, 2024
Regulations
FMCSA moves on registration-system update
Latest step in the agency's "clean up the bad actors" effort with a new entity registration system: approval sought from the White House OMB to implement a new "FMCSA Registration System (FRS)" to replace the Unified Registration System.
April 18, 2024
Regulations
Kentucky lawmakers override veto of autonomous vehicle legislation
The bill, now a Kentucky law after the veto override, clears a regulatory path for fully autonomous vehicles to operate in the state. Also: Florida denied request for CDL skills testing flexibility; new advisory committee on distracted driving.
April 18, 2024
Regulations
Inspectors ask FMCSA to alter inspection report requirements
CVSA wants FMCSA to remove the requirement that carriers return inspection reports to the issuing agency within 15 days certifying that all violations have been corrected, calling the requirement “antiquated and redundant.”
April 17, 2024
Regulations
CTA, OOIDA file appeal against latest AB 5 ruling
A California judge in March denied a request for an injunction to block the worker classification law for trucking. Also: Bendix closing Nevada distribution center; FMCSA hosting safety research forum; new app offers digital FMCSRs.
April 17, 2024
Business
What it takes to advocate for legal abuse reform
As the surge in nuclear jury verdicts intensifies, a few states are having success in ramming through tort reform aimed at curbing 'jackpot justice.'
April 16, 2024
Safety & Compliance
Roadcheck puts trailer protection, substance abuse in its crosshairs
CVSA will kick off its International Roadcheck blitz in about a month with tractor protection controls in the air system and alcohol and controlled substance possession getting special focus.
April 15, 2024
Regulations
What EPA's Phase 3 GHG regs mean for trucks
GHG 3 is technology agnostic, but it’s unrealistic to expect compliance without wide implementation of battery-electric powertrains.
April 12, 2024
Regulations
Bill clearing way for autonomous vehicles vetoed in Kentucky
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed the bill that would have allowed autonomous cars without human drivers and a trial for autonomous trucks with operators. Also: Saia opens two new terminals; Roadrunner opens former Yellow terminal in Atlanta.
April 11, 2024
Regulations
California sued, again, over Advanced Clean Fleets rule
A group whose legal arm is led by former U.S. Attorney General William Barr is suing California over the rule that bans diesel engines. Also: Automotive logistics-as-a-service platform ACERTUS has acquired Guardian Auto Transport.
April 8, 2024
Technology
Research highlights vulnerabilities in ELD cybersecurity
A group of researchers from Colorado State University recently published a paper that details cybersecurity threat vectors surrounding one of the most used devices in the cab of a truck: the electronic logging device.
April 5, 2024
Perspectives
How California's Advanced Clean Fleets regs impact businesses
This regulation represents a crucial step in California's commitment to a sustainable, zero-emission transportation future.
April 5, 2024
Regulations
Baltimore bridge collapse relief haulers get hours of service break
FMCSA has extended an emergency declaration waiving certain HOS regs for drivers providing direct relief to the disaster. Also: New York fuel haulers get HOS relief for upcoming solar eclipse; Fleet safety training program offered to TANY members.
April 5, 2024
Regulations
FMCSA to make Congressionally-required changes to under-21 pilot program
The agency is looking to make changes to the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program, removing the driver-facing camera and registered apprenticeship requirements. Also: Teamsters ousted at SoCal fleet; insurer expands liability coverage offering.
April 4, 2024
Regulations
Truck-involved crash fatalities rose in 2022
NHTSA reported a 2% year-over-year increase in fatalities in crashes involving trucks over 10,000 pounds.
April 3, 2024
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