CCJ StaffGovernment affairsCongress revives bill to remove truckers' overtime exemptionThe bicameral, bipartisan legislation was reintroduced last week and would remove trucking's overtime exemption from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Also: Missouri looks to address predatory towing; CVSA opens nominations for driver award; more.March 10, 2025TechnologyAI-powered system designed to improve driver safety, a new freight matching platform and moreAlso: Fleetio has developed a map add-in for the MyGeotab platform, and Embark Safety integrates Smith System's library of over 200 online lessons.March 10, 2025TelematicsSamsara adds tire inflation, power monitoring to Smart Trailer solutionSamsara has bolstered its Smart Trailers solution to optimize customer solutions, the company announced Sunday during a press conference at ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting in Nashville.March 9, 2025Asset tracking & managementVelociti introduces VeloCare Unlimited programVelociti has introduced VeloCare Unlimited, a new program for its technology maintenance and support service to provide additional support for vehicle operators.March 9, 2025ProductsNew Ex-Guard grille guard for CascadiaEx-Guard has added a new guard to its flagship XG series for fifth-generation Freightliner Cascadia.March 9, 2025MaintenanceDigital diagnostic tools help fleets overcome technician shortage, rising costsAccording to Noregon, 35% of shops and fleets plan to significantly increase the number of diagnostic tools in their shops.March 6, 2025EquipmentSmall fleet fined $101K for emissions deletesA small Oregon-based fleet and its owner were sentenced to three years of probation and fined $101,510 for deleting emissions control systems on 13 trucks. Also: Drivewyze slowdown, congestion alerts now live in Tennessee.March 6, 2025ProductsShell, WEX roll out improved fleet fuel card programsThe new card improves savings, security and gives fleets more flexibility as when adding electric vehicles.March 5, 2025AutonomousAutonomous tech firm planning driverless truck deployment this yearBot Auto is planning a full-scale pilot program with continuous autonomous trucking operations between Houston and San Antonio. Also: USPS contractor crash monitoring bill passes House; Michigan's spring weight restrictions begin.March 5, 2025TechnologyNew features for load planners and dispatchers from TMS provider BeyondTrucks and moreAlso: Two Fleetworthy companies have integrated with other trucking technology vendors.March 4, 2025Previous PagePage 11 of 194Next PageTop StoriesWorkforceUnique requirements for hiring truck driversFailing to meet FMCSA driver hiring rules can lead to $10,000+ fines, costly litigation, and higher insurance.BusinessCost per mile dips slightly thanks to fuel prices, truck and trailer payments soarBusinessTexas Supreme Court overturns nuclear verdict against WernerTrucks'Brand new' Anthem reintroduced as Mack's regional haul truckBusinessFedEx founder Fred Smith passes away
