Trucks
Business
Technology
Workforce
Products
Regulations
CCJ Top 250
Regulations: Page 37
Regulations
Wheels on the truck
Discussing trucking weight seems to invariably highlight that many people believe all trucks operate at maximum weight, all the time, and they all go long distances every day carrying that weight.
September 1, 2023
Regulations
Carrier safety rating system revamp comment period opens
FMCSA is accepting feedback for 60 days on ways to revamp its carrier safety rating system. Also: Unannounced hazmat inspection blitz sidelines 700; Canadian ELD mandate webinar set for Sept. 13.
August 30, 2023
Sponsor Content
The Complete Tire Lifecycle. How fleets maximize value from cradle to casing.
Apollo Tires
January 13, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA making a run at revamp to carrier safety rating system
After withdrawing a rule in 2017 that would have altered its Safety Fitness Determination system for carriers, FMCSA now seeks to gather industry input on a new approach to more effectively use data to identify unfit carriers.
August 25, 2023
Regulations
Safety groups urge Congress to oppose efforts to block speed limiters
With bills introduced in both the U.S. House and Senate that would block FMCSA from mandating speed limiters, safety groups are voicing their opposition. Also: Wildfires prompt Canadian HOS waivers; STG Logistics expands in Canada; more.
August 25, 2023
Battery electric
Volvo launches one-stop-shop for EV charging services
Volvo's Turnkey Solutions program offers a consolidated fleet management process for procuring vendor services, parts and products for EV charging. Also: OOIDA calls on FMCSA to move on broker transparency proposal; Priority Courier Experts acquired.
August 23, 2023
Regulations
Report: Number of bridges in poor condition declining
More than 222,000 U.S. bridges need major repair work or should be replaced, according analysis of the U.S. Department of Transportation 2023 National Bridge Inventory database.
August 21, 2023
Government affairs
Rate transparency, fraud top broker group's list of concerns
TIA continues to fight against a potential FMCSA proposal that would require broker-shipper rate transparency. That was the top issue discussed during TIA’s regional meeting where its president and CEO gave a regulatory update.
August 18, 2023
Regulations
Trucker union supports meal, rest break waivers
While trucking groups oppose the move, the Teamster union is in favor of "implementing stronger meal and rest break requirements for professional drivers."
August 16, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA finds nearly 200 propane tanker trailers in violation of hazmat regs
The trailers, manufactured by Meeder Equipment Company Inc./Ransome Manufacturing, need to be retested and reinspected by a qualified “Registered Inspector.” Also: Eaton renames Vehicle Group to Mobility Group; Transervice awards scholarships.
August 16, 2023
Regulations
The toughest states for brakes violations: Update to get prepped for Brake Safety Week blitz
The brakes-enforcement blitz's 2022 focus on hose/tube chafing yielded plenty in the way of tips for preparing for that very-common violation. What states are most likely to issue violations during the August 20-26 event this year? Find out here.
August 2, 2022
Regulations
CVSA petitions for more time to comment on AEB mandate proposal
CVSA asked for an additional 30 days to comment on the joint proposal from FMCSA and NHTSA that would mandate automatic emergency braking systems on heavy trucks. Also: Averitt launches new video safety campaign; Werner driver surpasses 5M miles.
August 14, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA opens door for California, Washington to challenge its Trump-era meal-and-rest-break preemptions
FMCSA previously determined the states' Meal and Rest Break (MRB) rules were preempted by federal HOS regulations. Now, the agency is laying the groundwork for waivers from the preemption. Teamsters applauded the move, as other orgs pledged to fight it.
August 11, 2023
Regulations
Congress floats third effort to block speed limiter mandate
A bill introduced in the Senate would block FMCSA from mandating speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks. Also: Flatbedder PGT Trucking running lane with BEV for steel manufacturer; nominations open for Influential Woman in Trucking award.
August 3, 2023
Regulations
Bill to block bans of internal combustion engines advances
The House Committee on Energy and Commerce passed a bill last week to block attempts to eliminate the sale of vehicles with traditional engines. Also: TForce Teamsters ratify new contract; Volvo recalls 55K trucks; Peterbilt, Kenworth, Mack recalls.
August 1, 2023
Regulations
Senate bill would implement carrier selection standards
The bill would require shippers and brokers to verify that carriers meet insurance and safety requirements before contracting freight to them. Also: Platform Science and Uptake partner to expand predictive maintenance offerings.
July 31, 2023
Regulations
Heartland Express, subsidiaries petition FMCSA for training regs exemption
Heartland, Millis Transfer and CFI seek a waiver from the two-year experience requirement for behind-the-wheel trainers. Also: Clean Freight Coalition meets with government officials; WOTAB meeting next month; Estes opens new terminal.
July 28, 2023
Battery electric
Nation's largest electric commercial truck charging depot opens in California
The site features 13 dual-cord CCS 360KW chargers with the ability to charge 26 trucks. Also: CARB seeks input on zero emission regs; Point Pickup, PICKUP Now merging to create force in last-mile delivery; Atlas Van Lines names new VP
July 27, 2023
Regulations
Side underride guards the costliest trucking mandate ever?
As NHTSA considers a mandate for side-underride guards on new trailers, small-biz truckers voice cost, operational and safety concerns. Advancing any mandate, OOIDA contended, would ignore longstanding worry left unaddressed over many years.
July 26, 2023
Previous Page
Page 37 of 186
Next Page
Top Stories
Business
Shippers wary of rising transportation costs as fleets put the brakes on spending
92% of carriers delayed, reduced, or canceled planned investments in 2025.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Estes acquires Washington-based Key Trucking
Home
Trump, EPA make good on promise to toss emissions regs
Emissions
Feds set to strike key emissions tentpole this week
Growth strategies
Considerations for expanding your fleet
Get all the info on the top 250 trucking companies in America
View, sort and download the trucking industry’s most comprehensive ranking of for-hire carriers in North America, based on a blend of metrics including fleet size, annual revenue and number of drivers.
White Papers
The Complete Tire Lifecycle
How fleets maximize value from cradle to casing
