Trucks
Business
Technology
Workforce
Products
Perspectives
CCJ Top 250
Regulations
Judge rules against trucking in latest attempt to block AB 5
California's AB 5 law, which contradicts trucking's traditional leased owner-operator model, does not violated the F4A or the U.S. and California constitutions, a judge ruled March 15.
March 18, 2024
How to create eco-friendly operations in 2024
In the quest for a sustainable future, the transportation and logistics management sector is redefining its operational landscape.
March 18, 2024
Bill seeks to remove cost, redundancy from TWIC, hazmat certification
The bill allows workers to apply existing valid background checks to multiple TSA-managed credentialing programs, such as the Transportation Worker Identification Credentials and Hazardous Materials Endorsements.
March 15, 2024
Industry
Freight industry volunteers
Freight organizations that exist through volunteers have been challenged over the last decade by a struggle to entice new participants.
March 15, 2024
Regulations
NHTSA safety committee eyes trailer underride retrofit requirement
Advisory Committee on Underride Protection will recommend rulemaking that any trailer built in the last quarter century meet IIHS ToughGuard standards, even if that means attaching a retrofit.
March 13, 2024
Regulations
DTNA union okays work stoppage as labor negotiations continue
United Auto Workers at Daimler Truck plants agree to authorize strike. Also: Mississippi legislation allows commodity haulers to skip small towns and residential neighborhoods; Westport, Volvo sign joint venture deal; SEFL moves in Bowling Green.
March 12, 2024
Trucks
Longing for stability in freight
Option content tends to proliferate because fleets want it their way.
March 11, 2024
Regulations
Road usage fees gaining momentum
Oregon became the first state to implement a road usage pricing model in 2015 and 35 states are currently either researching or in the active stages of implementing similar programs.
March 11, 2024
Regulations
Spending bill retools under-21 pilot rules
The apprenticeship program was capped at 3,000 participating drivers at any one time but, to date, only three dozen have enrolled.
March 11, 2024
Regulations
Florida passes bill to crack down on predatory towing
The bill will impose requirements around towing rates, equipment storage and more. Also: Regs waived for wildfire assistance in Texas; Mack Trucks names Dealer of the Year.
March 7, 2024
Regulations
Congressional review seeks to overturn DOL independent contractor rule
Two D.C. lawmakers seek to overturn the Department of Labor’s final worker classification rule that threatens to upend trucking's use of independent owner operators.
March 6, 2024
Regulations
Five more ELDs revoked from self-certification list
FMCSA revoked the devices for failing to meet regulatory requirements. Also: FTR reports shippers' conditions held strong in December; an owner-operator petitioned FMCSA for a waiver from the ELD mandate.
March 1, 2024
Regulations
Another mirror-replacement camera maker seeks FMCSA waiver
Convoy Technologies wants an exemption for fleets to be able to use its mirror-replacement camera system on trucks. Also: Hexagon Agility says Cummins X15N orders being placed; Thermo King dealer expands with acquisition; more.
February 29, 2024
Regulations
Kentucky ramping up truck enforcement this week
Inspectors will also be watching for unsafe driving behaviors around trucks. Also: Moving company names driver of the year; new hands-free voice assistant connects drivers with fleet managers.
February 28, 2024
Regulations
Julie Su again headed toward DOL confirmation, trucking still opposed
A Senate labor committee sent Julie Su's confirmation to the Senate floor Tuesday following a closed-door meeting.
February 27, 2024
Regulations
Ruling: Fleets off the hook for port detention and demurrage charges
Motor carriers often face major detention and demurrage charges from ocean carriers when shipping containers are delayed.
February 26, 2024
Regulations
2 states pass civil reforms aimed at curbing 'jackpot justice' in truck crashes
The trucking industry scored legislative victories in two states that could have implications on nuclear verdict-type judgements following commercial truck crashes.
February 23, 2024
Regulations
FMCSA renews warning-flag exemption for stinger-trailer car haulers
Carriers operating stinger-steer car-haul trailers are exempt from having to attach warning flags on overhanging loads. Also: FMCSA issues safety warning after nurse tank's "rocket" blast; NMFTA names new commodity and standards development director.
February 22, 2024
Page 1 of 157
Next Page
Top Stories
Regulations
Bill seeks to remove cost, redundancy from TWIC, hazmat certification
The bill allows workers to apply existing valid background checks to multiple TSA-managed credentialing programs, such as the Transportation Worker Identification Credentials and Hazardous Materials Endorsements.
Regulations
NHTSA safety committee eyes trailer underride retrofit requirement
Economic trends
Class 8 truck orders saw gains in February, beating last year’s numbers
Mergers & Acquisitions
PS Logistics acquires Illinois flatbedder Yordy Transport
Featured Sponsor
Report: The 2024 State of Heavy-Duty Repair
Get all the info on the top 250 trucking companies in America
View, sort and download the trucking industry’s most comprehensive ranking of for-hire carriers in North America, based on a blend of metrics including fleet size, annual revenue and number of drivers.
White Papers
2024 Fleet Technology Trend Report
The 2024 Fleet Technology Trends Report reveals key data showing how GPS solutions are helping fleets overcome challenges, promote safety and streamline operations. Download the report to find out more!