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North Carolina bill addresses predatory towing issues

A 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, 2025

DOT set to eliminate speed limiter proposal, keep pre-2000 ELD exemption in place

A DOT package aimed at improving truckers' working conditions would provide truck parking funding, withdraw FMCSA's speed limiter mandate proposal, establish pilot programs for hours-of-service flexibility and more.

June 27, 2025

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Bill to ease veterans' transition to transportation jobs advances

The bill would require the identification of barriers to hiring veterans in trucking and other transportation roles, along with policy to address those barriers. Also: A. Duie Pyle opens new West Virginia facility; Outpost acquires four new locations for trucking terminals, parking.

June 17, 2025

Hours of service should be front and center in DOT deregulatory effort: Truckers

There's near-unanimity on evaluation of additional flexibilities for drive and rest periods in the HOS, yet not everyone agrees on the ELD mandate. Among other top issues highlighted by truckers, groups for modification or repeal in recent docket comments: speed limiters, broker transparency and AEBs.

May 9, 2025

With the U.S. Department of Transportation asking for the public's help in ID'ing regs that should be removed or modified, truck drivers, trucking organizations and even manufacturers weighed in on what they see as some of the top regulatory issues facing the industry.

Biden-era independent contractor classification rule under DOL review

New DOL guidance informs investigators to not follow the 2024 contractor classification rule for FLSA disputes while the department reviews the rulemaking. Also: Bill looks to ease veterans' transition to trucking; Arizona adds rest area truck parking info online.

May 9, 2025

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Daimler delivers new Cascadias to Torc for autonomous fleet testing

Daimler Truck has started delivering fifth-gen Cascadias to the autonomous testing fleet of Torc Robotics. Also: Nevada eyes insurance increase for intrastate carriers; fleet's coil-securement exemption renewed.

April 21, 2025

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New bill would make staged-accident fraud a federal crime

The 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, 2025

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Congress eyes $7,500 tax credit for truck drivers

The bill would also create a $10,000 tax credit for new truckers. Also: Bulkmatic names new president; Illinois extends IRP registration deadline for March; Volvo, Mack dealer group expands footprint; Tenstreet acquires another recruiting platform.

April 2, 2025

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Industry details challenges to House subcommittee

From safety technologies to drug testing and driver training, four trucking industry stakeholders make their cases for trucking's top priorities as Congress prepares to reauthorize surface transportation programs.

March 26, 2025

Pictured are John Elliott, Executive Chairman, Load One, Past Chairman, Truckload Carriers Association; on behalf of the Truckload Carriers Association; Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association; Ryan Lindsey, Executive Vice President, Government Relations, CRH; on behalf of the Shippers Coalition; Dan Glessing, President, Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation; on behalf of the American Farm Bureau Federation;; and Cole Scandaglia, Senior Legislative Representative and Policy Advisor, International Brotherhood of Teamsters.

With trucking ties, Barrs nominated to lead FMCSA

Derek Barrs has served on ATA's Law Enforcement Advisory Board since 2021 and has been an active member of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance in multiple roles.

March 25, 2025

New state law cracks down on cargo thieves

A new law in Arkansas allows for an enhanced prison sentence of up to 10 additional years for cargo theft convictions. Also: Mack intros 23,000-pound rear axle, 325-hp Cummins engine to MD Series; TCA's Drivers of the Year crowned.

March 21, 2025

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Regulatory update: AEBs, speed limiters, more expected in 2025

A final rule to mandate automatic emergency braking systems is expected in January, a notice of proposed rulemaking to mandate speed limiters is planned for May, and a number of other regulatory moves are expected in the coming months.

December 17, 2024

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DOT proposes change to drug-testing rules

The proposal would "address unforeseen circumstances" with its oral fluid drug testing rule due to a lack of certified labs. Also: Wreaths Across America convoy under way; FMCSA eyes allowing hazmat endorsement waivers for certain jet fuel haulers.

December 9, 2024

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DOT amends oral fluid drug testing procedures

After discovering "unforeseen circumstances that have rendered it impossible to comply" with the 2023 rule, DOT is making a few changes. Also: Ryder recognizes top carriers; public voting open for Transition Trucking award.

November 6, 2024

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FMCSA eyes delay of rule cracking down on broker/freight forwarder financial responsibility

FMCSA is proposing to delay the compliance date for a variety of another broker-related rule's provisions. Also: Mack recalls 60K trucks over recalled ECUs; Orange EV terminal tractors recalled.

November 5, 2024

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ATA chief tees off on lawmakers, regulators and OOIDA in election-year ATA address

Chris Spear highlights ATA's accomplishments while blasting the Biden-Harris Administration's anti-trucking policies

October 16, 2024

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Timeline for AEBs, broker transparency, other rulemakings in the works

The 2024 Spring Regulatory Agenda, published this month, updates the timeline on a number of potential rulemakings from FMCSA and NHTSA affecting trucking.

July 17, 2024

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What’s going on with speed limiters and other trucking legislation?

American Trucking Associations President and CEO Chris Spear joins the 10-44 this week and talks trucking’s legislative docket so far this year.

July 5, 2024

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Unique requirements for hiring truck drivers

Failing to meet FMCSA driver hiring rules can lead to $10,000+ fines, costly litigation, and higher insurance.

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Cost per mile dips slightly thanks to fuel prices, truck and trailer payments soar

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Texas Supreme Court overturns nuclear verdict against Werner

Mack Trucks reintroduced its Anthem model Tuesday as 'the new standard of regional haul.'

'Brand new' Anthem reintroduced as Mack's regional haul truck

At Yale University in the mid-1960s, Fred Smith conceived the idea for an integrated air-to-ground system that would ensure overnight delivery, a concept that would eventually become Federal Express.

FedEx founder Fred Smith passes away

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