CCJ StaffAlternative 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, 2025RegulationsNorth Carolina bill addresses predatory towing issuesA bill passed by the state's legislature bans commercial truck booting for parking and looks to prevent towing companies from holding cargo hostage. Also: I-40 reopened in Tennessee after nine-day closure; Mack recalls certain Anthem, Granite, MD Electric trucks.July 1, 2025Economic trendsSoutheastern Freight Lines opens new expanded facility in FloridaThe new Pensacola service center boasts a new bunk house, fuel bay, propane filling site and more. Also: Trucking activity slipped in May; ATRI updates idling, sustainability compendiums; more.June 27, 2025Previous PagePage 6 of 200Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyThe trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.BusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
