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The toughest 15 states for lights violations, one of the 2021 Roadcheck emphases
Here are the top 15 states when it comes a propensity to issue lights-related violations. And data also point to the both 2021 Roadcheck enforcement-emphasis areas in Georgia, Vermont and Nevada.
March 4, 2021
Regulations
Small-fleet owners charged for log app tampering, lying to investigators after fatal crash
Two owners of a small Massachusetts-based fleet were charged for tampering with logs and lying to investigators after a fatal crash. Also, CARB vouchers for three battery-electric Kenworth trucks; new freight on Loadsmart; and Averitt boosts driver pay.
March 4, 2021
Regulations
Canada plans soft enforcement of ELD mandate beginning June 12
Canada's Transport Minister announced a "progressive enforcement period" for the country's ELD mandate beginning June 12. Also: Diesel prices top $3 for first time since early 2020; legislation would help bring women to trucking; and more PrePass sites.
March 3, 2021
Regulations
Safety groups' challenge of HOS changes on hold
A petition challenging the hours of service regulations that took effect at the end of September 2020 is on hold after a court granted a request by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to hold the case in abeyance.
March 1, 2021
Regulations
Nikola updates fuel-cell truck plans for North American market, FMCSA shuts down driver
An Idaho-based trucker was issued a shutdown order after a crash and subsequent breathalyzer tests leading to DUI charges. Also: Nikola unveils its plans for hydrogen fuel-cell electric trucks; and an HHG mover pleaded guilty to a scam conspiracy.
February 24, 2021
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New HOS regs a boon for short haul segment
One of the bigger changes left behind by the Trump administration for trucking has opened up more opportunities for short haul trucking – allowing them more time on the road and relieving some carriers of ELD requirements.
February 20, 2021
Regulations
FMCSA suspends HOS regs for winter storm relief haulers in 33 states, D.C.
FCMSA has suspended hours of service regs for carriers providing direct relief to 33 states and Washington, D.C., impacted by recent winter storms. Also: A carrier announced a new pay program allowing drivers to keep seniority from prior fleets.
February 19, 2021
Regulations
Truckers' CDL, med cert COVID waivers extended through May
FMCSA has extended its waiver that allows states to permit drivers to operate with recently-expired CDLs and CLPs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Also: DTNA names new president and CEO; and Bridgestone announces tire price increase.
February 17, 2021
Regulations
Cylinder deactivation saves fuel, improves emissions
ROI comes in about a year for cylinder deactivation which saves fuel while meeting tough upcoming 2024 and 2027 emissions regs
February 15, 2021
Regulations
Hours of service waiver extended for COVID relief haulers
FMCSA issued an extension to its hours of service waiver for carriers and drivers hauling certain COVID relief supplies. Here's when the new extension expires.
February 15, 2021
Regulations
Small-fleet owner banned from operating by FMCSA after multiple violations
The owner of two small Montana-based trucking companies was effectively shut down after allowing a 16-year-old to drive a truck across state lines, among other safety violations. Also: HHG mover pleads guilty to scam conspiracy.
February 11, 2021
Regulations
New CVSA app plus updates on OOS and inspection bulletins
New CVSA app largely mirrors membership access, plus updates on on out-of-service and inspection bulletins
February 9, 2021
Regulations
Carriers increasingly under remote scrutiny by investigators
As with many other pandemic-driven aspects of the world that developed in 2020, the U.S. DOT and its state enforcement partners turned to remote options to conduct safety audits of trucking companies.
February 8, 2021
Business
Band of trucking groups ask House to reject higher insurance minimums
More than 20 state trucking associations and a number of other trucking-related groups penned a letter to members of Congress asking them to reject increases to trucking liability insurance minimums. Also: DOL is proposing to delay its contractor rule.
February 4, 2021
Regulations
Annual Roadcheck inspection blitz to focus on lighting, HOS compliance
CVSA's International Roadcheck will be held May 4-6, and inspectors will give special focus to lighting systems and drivers' hours of service. Also: TFI announces another acquisition; Henniff purchases Canadian liquid bulk carrier.
February 3, 2021
Regulations
Pete Buttigieg confirmed as next DOT boss
The Senate voted 86-13 Tuesday to confirm Pete Buttigieg as the next Secretary of Transportation. Buttigieg tweeted after the vote that he's "ready to get to work."
February 2, 2021
Regulations
How Dem control in D.C. might change trucking
While regs like speed limiters, sleep apnea screening and new rounds of emissions restrictions might be back in the cards, so too might an appetite for boosting highway funding. However, don't expect too much drama with trucking regs in the next 4 years.
January 22, 2021
Regulations
Biden administration freezes regulations pending review
The Biden administration issued a memo Wednesday calling for a regulatory freeze on all rulemakings to give the administration a chance to review them before the take effect. Also: Pete Buttigieg's nomination hearing is being held today.
January 21, 2021
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