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Fatal crash investigation prompts call for stricter ELD regs
The crash involved a truck and bus, with the probable cause determined to be primarily a fatigued truck driver due to HOS violations. Also: Cummins to use Allison test center for testing different powertrains; Trucking Cares Foundation announces donation.
August 30, 2024
Emissions
Universal trucking facts and change
“You have to spend energy to use energy" is the new “You have to spend money to make money."
August 28, 2024
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July 7, 2025
Business
OOIDA's AB 5 appeal focuses on discrimination against interstate truckers
OOIDA's latest arguments center around the California independent contractor law's impacts on leased owner-operators who are not based in the state but sometimes enter the state to pick up or deliver freight.
August 27, 2024
Equipment
Following battery fires, Calif. lawmakers call for Advanced Clean Fleets delay
The state legislators raised concerns to Gov. Gavin Newsom over recent truck fires involving lithium-ion batteries. Also: ATRI opens Top Industry Issues survey; Continental recalling long-haul drive tires; Averitt names new marketing director.
August 27, 2024
Regulations
Worst freight bottleneck in the U.S. getting a makeover
The Interstate 20/I-285 interchange consistently ranks inside the top 5 for worst freight congestion.
August 23, 2024
Regulations
Washington state trucking group voices concerns over zero-emission regs
The Washington State Trucking Associations is urging state leaders to reconsider aligning with CARB's Advanced Clean Trucks rule. Also: Perdue Transportation lays off 30 drivers; Bollinger to begin production on Class 4 electric truck chassis.
August 23, 2024
Regulations
CARB lacks sufficient EV truck incentives, frustrated operators claim
Many trucking owner-operators remain frustrated by the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) lack of sufficient incentives to help them make the zero-emission transition without risking their livelihoods.
August 22, 2024
Components
Tips to avoid brake violations as Brake Safety Week looms
Experts share tips for Brake Safety Week, which is scheduled for Aug. 25-31.
August 21, 2024
Regulations
Two ELDs removed from FMCSA's 'registered devices' list
A version of Blue Star ELD and Reliable ELD were placed on FMCSA's revoked devices list. Also: Former fleet owner gets prison time for PPP loan fraud, reincarnating carriers; NACFE to focus on long-haul's "messy middle;" more.
August 19, 2024
Regulations
Trucking to EPA: Send CARB 'back to drawing board' for its ZEV truck-purchase mandates
An EPA public hearing about whether the agency should grant California the necessary waiver for its "Advanced Clean Fleets" rule showed a few trucking interests commenting in virtual unison against ZEV purchase mandates.
August 16, 2024
Components
How well do you know the 20% rule for brake violations?
An often misunderstood rule can keep a truck and/or trailer with certain brake violations on the road.
August 15, 2024
Technology
A different way of prioritizing safety, efficiency and air quality
Other metros should follow the North Central Texas Council of Governments in implementing a signal priority system that would prioritize freight trucks to improve traffic flow, reduce emissions and benefit trucking companies' bottom lines.
August 13, 2024
Hydrogen fuel cell
Nikola's newest hydrogen refueling station opens in SoCal
The station is open at the Tom's Truck Center in Santa Fe Springs, California. Also: Daimler recalls 3,500 trucks for tie rod defect; FMCSA seeks public input on guidance to update, remove; Canadian rail giant may lock workers out.
August 13, 2024
Government affairs
Wilson Logistics sued by EEOC for alleged discrimination
The carrier allegedly denied employment to a deaf truck driver because of his disability, a lawsuit claims. Also: Drivers providing direct relief to Tropical Storm Debby in the Carolinas get regs relief; Ryder driver recognized by CVSA.
August 7, 2024
Regulations
Kamala Harris' VP pick supported FET repeal, formal rulemaking process for apnea screening
Before becoming governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz served in Congress for 12 years. Among his work there, he supported an attempt to repeal the 12% excise tax on trucks, as well as a law that required a formal rulemaking for a sleep apnea screening mandate.
August 6, 2024
Regulations
Grandfathers in trucking
Existing vehicles and infrastructure often get “grandfathered,” meaning they are permitted to operate under the new rules even though they do not necessarily comply with them.
August 6, 2024
Regulations
Tropical Storm Debby prompts hours-of-service waivers in Florida, Georgia
The storm made landfall Monday morning in Florida's Big Bend region and is expected to move toward the South Carolina coast. Also: Macks recalled for driver's seat securement issue; Ohio-based Dancer Logistics acquired by 3PL.
August 6, 2024
Regulations
California dealers struggle to withstand CARB sales regulations
The process of selling trucks in five CARB opt-in states is about to fundamentally change, and California dealers are doing their part to warn their out-of-state contemporaries.
August 2, 2024
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