CCJ StaffRegulationsTraffic fatalities continue downward trend: NHTSANHTSA's traffic fatality estimates for the first quarter of 2025 reveal a 6.3% decline from the year prior. Also: Truck busted in Texas with $23M of meth concealed in load of papayas; Border Patrol crackdown in Laredo on human- and drug-smuggling has canceled 1K CDLs since 2008.July 14, 2025RegulationsWhat fleets should know about recent regulatory changesFrom the renewed enforcement of the English language proficiency regulations to the implementation of the electronic medical certificate rule and more, fleets need to ensure they remain compliant.July 11, 2025Alternative powerNew electric truck charging station opens at Port NewarkThe charging station features four 350-kilowatt direct current (DC) fast chargers and offers compatibility with most widely available commercial electric truck models. Also: Truck driver pleads guilty over fraudulent "ghost" tax prep business; reefer rental company expands Northeast footprint.July 11, 2025Equipment controlsBill to ban driverless trucks vetoed in ColoradoColorado Gov. Jared Polis vetoed a bill last month that would have required a CDL holder to be present in autonomous trucks operating in the state. Also: Pennsylvania enforcement blitz targets aggressive driving; more.July 10, 2025RegulationsTruck drivers responding to Texas flooding get regulatory reliefDrivers providing direct assistance to the flooding emergency in Texas received regulatory relief from Parts 390-399 of the federal regulations through Aug. 4. Also: Propane haulers ask for hours-of-service exemption for winter months; Oregon cracks down on unauthorized HHG movers.July 9, 2025RegulationsChicken processor fleet wants to use HOS ag exemptionIndiana-based Protein Transport, which transports chicken products, is petitioning FMCSA to allow it to utilize the 150-air-mile HOS exemption. Also: Truck driver caught attempting to smuggle 13 illegal immigrants in N.M.; recalls for Great Dane trailers, nat-gas Freightliner Cascadias.July 8, 2025RegulationsHouse passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'The legislation is now awaiting President Trump's signature. Also: Massachusetts seeks CDL skills testing waiver; truck driver sentenced for human smuggling; PA Turnpike tolls set to increase in 2026.July 4, 2025BusinessHere to Help: How government action might be good in combating freight fraudWhile double brokering has long been an issue, the complexity of modern supply chains and the increasing digitalization of freight have made it easier for criminals to operate.July 3, 2025RegulationsCloudTrucks petitions FMCSA for exemption from certain driver application regsThe fleet of more than 700 owner-operators wants to use its own verification process using federal databases rather than requiring driver applicants to provide previous employment information. Also: Ryder recognizes Driver of the Year winners; new Boss Truck Shop in Arkansas.July 3, 2025BusinessCargo theft warnings issued ahead of July 4Cargo theft activity is at record highs so far in 2025. With the holiday weekend upcoming, theft prevention and recovery firms are warning against increased activity. Also: Southeastern Freight Lines opens new Charlotte facility; fireworks haulers' HOS exemption renewed.July 2, 2025Previous PagePage 11 of 206Next PageTop StoriesAlternative powerTesla expects electric Semi debut in late 2026All signs continue to point to a 2026 mass production launch of Tesla's electric Semi.BusinessUSA Truck going back up for saleBusinessMidwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA CooperHomeMost heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxedRegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failure
