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House bill to repeal 12% FET on trucks reintroduced

The bill would do away with the Federal Excise Tax that adds an average of $22,000 to new truck purchases. Also: ATA opens nominations for Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award; Wyndham Hotels launches new trucker-focused rewards.

March 31, 2025

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Motion picture haulers seek renewal of waiver from Clearinghouse regs

First granted in 2020, the waiver allows members of DISA Entertainment Compliance Solutions to conduct limited queries of the Clearinghouse before hiring a driver for a project rather than a full query. Also: Wreaths Across America recognizes fleets.

March 28, 2025

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June 11, 2025

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EPA's regulatory rollback would weaken 2027 pre-buy

With potential rollbacks, industry experts anticipate lower pre-buy volumes, stabilizing trade-in supply, and impact on new and used truck pricing.

March 27, 2025

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FMCSA Chief Counsel on deregulating trucking, English proficiency and non-domiciled CDLs

During a MATS session Thursday, FMCSA Chief Counsel Jesse Elison highlighted the agency's priorities under Trump II, and responded to questions from truckers in attendance related to English proficiency and non-domiciled CDLs.

March 27, 2025

FMCSA officials at MATS

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

Government affairs

U.S. Treasury ends business ownership reporting for U.S.-based companies

An interim final rule ends the Treasury's BOI reporting requirements for U.S.-based companies. Also: Finalists named for Distinguished Woman in Logistics award; Kenworth donates T680 for annual military veteran rookie trucker award.

March 25, 2025

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New York given 30 more days to end congestion tolling program

DOT Secretary Sean Duffy gave New York City officials an additional 30 days to wind down its congestion pricing tolling plan. Also: NYC launches paid truck parking pilot program; Bridgestone recalls certain trailer tires.

March 24, 2025

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FMCSA Acting Administrator Adrienne Camire steps down after 2 weeks

Adrienne Camire, who on March 7 was elevated by President Donald Trump to be Acting Administrator of FMCSA, has left the role.

March 21, 2025

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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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Congress targets CARB's EPA waivers with two bills

Two bills in Congress would limit or eliminate the EPA's Clean Air Act waivers issued to California. Also: Truck tonnage showing signs of freight recovery; DB Schenker gets 20 new VNLs with camera monitor systems; ACERTUS announces acquisition.

March 20, 2025

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FMCSA extends bird flu-related emergency declaration

Under the declaration, hours of service relief is granted to motor carriers transporting live chickens from bird flu-affected areas to unaffected areas. Also: Averitt recognizes partner carriers; ContainerPort Group parent acquires Dray Alliance.

March 13, 2025

chicken truck on highway

EPA to review Greenhouse Gas Phase 3 in 'greatest day of deregulation' ever

President Trump's EPA makes its biggest push to date to deregulate diesel emissions, but it's unlikely to halt the debut of next generation clean diesel engines.

March 12, 2025

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EPA sued by trucking fleet, others to overturn CARB waiver

Pennsylvania-based H.R. Ewell and the Western States Trucking Association are among petitioners seeking to overturn the EPA's waiver for CARB's Omnibus Low-NOx rule. Also: FMCSA renews HOS waiver for railroad-support companies; more.

March 12, 2025

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CARB problems: untangling state and federal emissions regulations

The transportation industry faces further regulation from state and federal levels.

March 11, 2025

Government affairs

Congress revives bill to remove truckers' overtime exemption

The bicameral, bipartisan legislation was reintroduced last week and would remove trucking's overtime exemption from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Also: Missouri looks to address predatory towing; CVSA opens nominations for driver award; more.

March 10, 2025

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Former FHWA chief counsel tapped to lead FMCSA

Adrienne Camire, who served as Chief Counsel for the Federal Highway Administration during Trump's first term, was appointed Friday as the Deputy Administrator and Acting Administrator of the FMCSA.

March 7, 2025

Adrienne Camire

Economic trends

U.S.-based manufacturers call new Trump tariffs 'threat to U.S. supply chain'

Manufacturers are already facing mounting cost pressures.

March 6, 2025

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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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