CCJ StaffWorkforceATRI begins study to update entry-level truck driver researchResearchers are asking fleets to provide demographic and driver-specific safety information on entry-level drivers with three weeks to two years of experience. Also: Bill passes House to help veterans transition to transportation jobs; FMCSA ending acceptance of paper payments.September 10, 2025Alternative powerEV truck maker Windrose partners with Xos for mobile charging solutionsThrough the partnership with Xos, Windrose fleet customers will gain access to the newest generation of the mobile charging service, Xos Hub. Also: DTNA named in lawsuit over death of R&B singer; foreign national charged for alleged ID theft to obtain, maintain CDL.September 9, 2025RegulationsTexas governor orders 'zero tolerance' English proficiency enforcementTexas Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Department of Public Safety to conduct ELP reviews for all commercial vehicle operators on state roadways. Also: Truck drivers petition FMCSA to make ELP a CDL endorsement; TCA opens enrollment for 2026 Elite Fleet program.September 8, 2025TechnologyHow fleets can protect themselves from cyber criminalsThe National Motor Freight Traffic Association is at the forefront of the fight against cybercrime in trucking and helping fleets increase their cybersecurity to ensure they don’t become victims of cyber criminals.September 5, 2025RegulationsBill introduced to codify English language proficiency for truck driversThe Safer Truckers Act would add two additional requirements to the standards that are administered by the federal government to states for CDL issuance. Also: Man found guilty for a second time for setting fire to Swift trailers; Logistics Plus acquires LoadDelivered Logistics.September 5, 2025TrucksMack now taking orders for new regional-haul AnthemThe redesigned Anthem, announced earlier this summer, is set to begin serial production in January. Also: ZM Trucks opens U.S. headquarters in Fontana, California; six charged in CDLs-for-bribes scheme in Louisiana.September 4, 2025RegulationsDOT proposes adding fentanyl to drug-testing panels for truck drivers, other transportation workersThe proposal would add fentanyl and norfentanyl to DOT's drug testing programs in keeping with Department of Health and Human Services guidelines. Also: ATRI calls for industry input on top concerns; International MVs recalled for battery cable isse.September 3, 2025Alternative powerFuel solutions provider notes $4M spike in natural gas ordersMore than 10 Class 8 fleets in the United States and Canada place orders for natural gas fueling systems. Also: ITS Logistics launches Retail Logistics Hubs for tariffs, compliance and managing customer expectations.September 2, 2025RegulationsHours-of-service waiver for Oregon wildfire responders extendedFMCSA has extended a waiver through Sept. 30 that provides HOS relief for truck drivers providing direct assistance to wildfire relief in Oregon. Also: Beware of increased cargo theft on Labor Day and the days following.September 1, 2025RegulationsUnannounced hazmat inspection blitz uncovers 600 out-of-service violationsCVSA's annual unannounced hazardous materials/dangerous goods inspection blitz resulted in 1,169 total violations in the U.S. and Canada. Also: Pitt Ohio opens relocated Chicago terminal; The Pete Store expands footprint.August 29, 2025Previous PagePage 5 of 205Next PageTop StoriesBusinessMidwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA CooperKnight-Swift is merging its three LTL brands under the AAA Cooper banner.HomeMost heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxedRegulationsDOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failureBusiness'Shocking' Montgomery Transport closure 'like losing family'BusinessThe cost of fleet compliance failures
