CCJ StaffRegulationsMassachusetts gives manufacturers flexibility on ACT enforcementThe state is using enforcement discretion for truck makers unable to meet minimum EV sales requirements for the 2025 and 2026 model years. Also: Amazon Freight launches LTL service for inbound shipments; NTSB details timeline of recent fatal I-35 crash.April 15, 2025RegulationsCongress again looks to block speed limitersA bill reintroduced in the U.S. House would block FMCSA from requiring speed limiters on trucks. Also: Three busted in Kentucky for stealing diesel to support trucking business.April 14, 2025RegulationsFormer fleet owner gets prison time for falsifying recordsThe former fleet owner was sentenced to 45 months in prison and fined $150K. Also: Wisconsin implements electronic medical certification system; ATA expands energy and environmental affairs team.April 11, 2025Safety & ComplianceNHTSA: Truck-involved fatalities, injuries fallingNew data from NHTSA shows a decline in traffic fatalities in crashes involving large trucks in 2023, along with an overall decline in traffic fatalities in 2024. Also: McKee Foods' split-sleeper exemption renewed by FMCSA.April 10, 2025IndustryNew bill would make staged-accident fraud a federal crimeThe bill “establishes clear, enforceable criminal penalties for those who stage these collisions, as well as the attorneys, physicians and other co-conspirators who knowingly participate in this fraud.” Also: Maverick names 2024 Drivers of the Year.April 9, 2025Driver coaching and scorecardingSurveys highlight the power of AI in safetyAI-powered safety platforms are emerging as drivers' preferred training method as distracted driving continues to impact crash rates.April 8, 2025Mergers & AcquisitionsProficient Auto Logistics acquires Pennsylvania-based car-haul carrierThe acquisition of Brothers Auto Transport increases PAL’s fleet capacity by 13%. Also: NTSB details causes of fiery 2023 fatal crash that led to I-95 bridge collapse; Great Dane recalling van trailers equipped with recalled Bridgestone tires.April 8, 2025TechnologyMitigate cargo theft and spoilage with Emma's real-time monitoringAlso: BeyondTrucks has integrated with Breakthrough, LockerMap launches mobile apps and wholesale pricing for fleets and the city of Charlotte offers a new commercial truck parking tool.April 7, 2025Driver coaching and scorecardingKnight-Swift adding new dash cams to 15K trucksA new partnership with Netradyne will add the company's Driver•i video telematics devices to 15,500 Knight-Swift trucks. Also: Mack accepting submissions for 2026 calendar contest.April 7, 2025Safety & ComplianceSevere storms prompt HOS waivers in four statesEmergency declarations -- issued in Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri and Kentucky -- automatically trigger HOS waivers for drivers providing direct assistance to the emergencies. Also: NHTSA denies petition to investigate side-underride guards; more.April 4, 2025Previous PagePage 7 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
