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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Ransome Manufacturing tanker trailer
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
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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
Bendix Wingman Fusion AEB
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
semi truck on highway with moon
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
speeding truck on highway
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
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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
Truck, trailers at dock
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
Heartland Express truck
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
Ribbon cutting
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
Side underride guard car crash test
Regulations
CTA's Shimoda: Start working on CARB regulation requirements now
“This is going to be a little bit of a moving target for the time being," says Chris Shimoda, California Trucking Association. “But I would not recommend sticking your head in the sand. It’s going to happen.”
July 19, 2023
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Regulations
Lawmakers ask EPA to reconsider Phase 3 emissions regs
A letter from bipartisan members of Congress raises concerns over the costs to businesses of EPA's latest rulemaking. Also: Nikola's Phoenix Hydrogen Hub project acquired; Schneider names new board member.
July 21, 2023
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