CCJ StaffBattery electricNY trucking group files lawsuit over 'unfair' congestion tolls on trucksNY trucking group files lawsuit over congestion fees. Also: Peterbilt books its largest ever battery-electric trucks order; the Port of Oakland has applied for federal grant to move to 100% zero-emission cargo handling; more.May 31, 2024RegulationsHow would federal rescheduling of marijuana affect trucking?On May 21, the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration published a notice of proposed rulemaking to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug.May 31, 2024BusinessATA's board re-ups Spear's contract through 2029Chris Spear will remain ATA's president and CEO through 2029 after receiving a contract extension. Also: Average diesel prices drop to $3.76 a gallon – the lowest since January 2022; FMCSA corrects Covenant's request for pre-CDL waiver.May 30, 2024RegulationsPHMSA proposes increase to hazmat registration feesUnder the proposal, PHMSA would increase the fee by $125 to $375 for small businesses and non-profits, and by $425 to $3,000 for other registrants. Also: FMCSA's Truck Leasing Task Force sets next two meetings; ATRI reveals 2024 research priorities.May 29, 2024Preventable or NotFlatbed brakes too late to avoid a road hazard. Was this accident preventable?In this Preventable or Not accident scenario, a machinery-laden flatbed brakes too late to avoid a rusted road hazard. Was this accident preventable?May 28, 2024CompaniesBison CEO retiring, transition announcedMike Ludwick will serve as interim president and CEO, succeeding Rob Penner who will retire at month's end.May 28, 2024TechnologySolar panels for commercial trucks and trailers, a risk mitigation tool and moreDriverReach and Haul partner up; a risk mitigation tool from Northland Insurance; new and lighter solar panels from Phillips Industries; and Diesel Laptops updates Truck Labor Times.May 28, 2024RegulationsI-95 fully reopened in Philly after 2023 bridge collapseWhile temporary lanes were reopened just 12 days after a bridge collapse last June, the permanent lanes are now fully open. Also: Five arrested in multi-state card-skimming diesel theft ring.May 27, 2024RegulationsFMCSA reinstates Blue Star ELD to registered devices listThe device was revoked from the list Tuesday, but the company corrected the deficiencies identified by FMCSA. Also: PGT Trucking recognizes safest drivers; Bendix expands Mexico operations; new OS/OW routing, permitting service for states.May 24, 2024Oils & lubricantsHow oil viscosity affects engine performanceThe thinner an oil is, the easier it pumps through the engine, but there’s a lot more to oil viscosity than now thick it is.May 23, 2024Previous PagePage 50 of 203Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsClean Truck group asks truck and engine OEMs to drop lawsuitGlobal environmental organizations, including the Sierra Club and NRDC, are pressuring major truck manufacturers to honor the Clean Truck Partnership.RegulationsGroup launches campaign against heavier truck limitsBusinessMultimodal group established to modernize freight movementBusinessTwo rail carriers join forces, go after Memphis to Nashville truck freightEquipment controlsInternational kicks off self-driving truck trials with fleets
