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Carriers should get to make the call on underride guards
NHTSA has proposed a rule that would require trailers be equipped with side underride guards to save lives, but the efficacy of underride guards diminish the higher the speed, and crashes at high speed are when the majority of fatalities occur.
July 12, 2023
Maintenance
IIHS, Travelers: Truck safety improving but there's still work to be done
While the fatality rate has dropped substantially for those involved in passenger vehicle collisions with large trucks, troubling factors like distracted driving, ineffective impact guards and inconsistent maintenance practices need to be addressed.
July 11, 2023
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CARB, truck and engine OEMs enter partnership to meet clean air goals
CARB will align with EPA’s 2027 regulations for nitrogen oxide emissions and commits to providing no less than four years of lead time and at least three years of regulatory stability before imposing new requirements.
July 6, 2023
Regulations
Fleets file lawsuit against state over new emissions standard
Five petitioners, including two trucking fleets, have filed a complaint to stop California's emissions standards from being enforced in Pennsylvania.
July 7, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA, NHTSA begin accepting comments on automatic emergency braking proposal
The agencies are proposing to mandate the tech on trucks with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds. Also: Trucker's request for more flexible split-sleeper options denied; nine Arkansas drivers, two techs going to national competitions; more.
July 7, 2023
Safety & Compliance
CVSA expert sheds light on cross-border operations
CVSA is developing a learning management course for cross-border travel that outlines the differences between Canada and the U.S.’s hours of service to help motor carrier educate their drivers to prevent eRODS violations.
July 4, 2023
Regulations
HHS still awaiting certified labs for oral fluid drug testing
The Department Health and Human Services reported in a Federal Register notice that there are still no certified labs for oral fluid drug testing. Also: NMFTA hosting trucking-focused cybersecurity conference in October; intermodal fleet expands.
July 3, 2023
Regulations
How marijuana legalization at the state level is impacting the trucking industry
A report earlier this month from the American Transportation Research Institute looks into how marijuana legalization is impacting trucking, and how fleets and drivers view the potential for legalization at the federal level.
June 30, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA begins process to study driver interactions in Level 2 and 3 autonomous trucks
The agency is looking to evaluate how truck drivers engage with trucks equipped with different levels of autonomous technology. Also: PGT Trucking names new executive; Quality Custom Distribution expands Southwest operations.
June 28, 2023
Regulations
Highway fatalities continue year-long downward trend, NHTSA estimates
NHTSA's preliminary first-quarter projections suggest the fourth consecutive quarter with falling traffic fatalities. Also: Foul play suspected in fire at Nikola HQ; Ryder opens new used truck dealership near Boston; Great Dane, Stoughton trailer recalls.
June 27, 2023
Regulations
Trucking group calls on Biden to rescind nomination of DOL pick over AB 5 record
Julie Su's nomination remains stalled in the Senate, where she presumably doesn't have enough votes for confirmation.
June 23, 2023
Regulations
Proposal to mandate automatic emergency braking systems announced
NHTSA and FMCSA will jointly issue a rulemaking proposal to require AEB on new trucks with a GVWR over 10,000 pounds. Also: Load board equipping 800 trucks with autonomous tech for long runs; Volvo testing impacts of extreme heat, cold on electric trucks.
June 23, 2023
Autonomous
8 state DOTs collaborate to launch autonomous forum
Connecticut, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia launched AccelerateAV.org Thursday.
June 20, 2023
Regulations
CVSA focusing on brake linings, pads during Brake Safety Week
Brake linings and pads will be the focus of Brake Safety Week, which is scheduled for Aug. 20-26. Also: Paccar recalls 4,900 Peterbilt 579 tractors for alternator cable issue; Estes offers wellness app for drivers, other employees.
June 20, 2023
Regulations
Fuel retailers file comment with EPA in favor of renewable diesel, biodiesel
The groups argue that practical and logistical challenges associated with electrifying trucks necessitate that EPA not rely entirely on heavy-duty electrification.
June 19, 2023
Regulations
Biden vetoes effort to kill latest EPA regs
After passing both the House and Senate, President Biden vetoed a resolution to nullify EPA's Heavy-Duty Truck Rule. Also: TCA names 2023 Safety Pro; Arkansas Trucking Association awards diesel tech scholarships.
June 16, 2023
Regulations
Fuel haulers get hours relief in South Dakota, Nebraska
The Nebraska waiver is effective through Sept. 4, while South Dakota's waiver is effective until July 9. Also: Foodservice trucking group inducts 87 drivers into hall of fame; ATA unveils women's mentorship program.
June 14, 2023
Regulations
TIA establishes task force to fight freight fraud
The 3PL trade group established its Fraud Task Force aimed at combating freight fraud in the marketplace. Also: Recalls hit Volvo, International trucks, Mack and Volvo electric trucks, and Wabash van trailers; ATA charity donates to disaster relief group.
June 13, 2023
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