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FMCSA establishes apprenticeship pilot program for under-21 truck drivers
Following OMB approval of an emergency request to begin the program, FMCSA will seek approval for the full three-year program. Also: Covenant adding 50 zero-emission Nikola trucks; Canada again backtracks on cross-border vax rules.
January 17, 2022
Workforce
Does trucking have 'seriously' under-reported cocaine problem?
A new study from the Trucking Alliance uses hair drug testing results to suggest that drivers actually use cocaine more than marijuana, and that hair testing would essentially double the number of disqualified drivers. But plenty questions remain.
January 14, 2022
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Regulations
New York will allow third-party CDL road testers | CARB okays Nikola tractor
New York governor said allowing third-party testers will address truck driver shortage. Also: Nikola tractor gets CARB zero-emission approval, unlocking subsidies for buyers.
January 14, 2022
Regulations
SCOTUS spikes Biden vaccine mandate but issue not fully put to bed
Now that the Supreme Court has reinstated a temporary injunction against the controversial COVID vaccine mandate, the case is heading back to a lower court that, though unlikely, could save the rule. Plus, OSHA could make the rule permanent.
January 13, 2022
Regulations
Supreme Court rules OHSA's vaccine mandate will not take effect
The Justices voted 6-3 in agreement with the challenges to the mandate, which claimed that OSHA and the Secretary of Labor did not have the authority to issue the mandate.
January 13, 2022
Regulations
COVID vaccine required for cross-border truck drivers entering Canada beginning Jan. 15
To enter Canada, drivers must be fully vaccinated and must have received their last dose at least 14 days before entering. Also: Goodyear adds Here Technologies' location services to Total Mobility fleet management service.
January 11, 2022
Regulations
FMCSA begins process to launch under-21 apprenticeship pilot program
The agency is asking the White House to approve an information collection request that would kickstart the program. Also: KBR-led joint venture awarded Defense Department's HHG moving contract.
January 10, 2022
Regulations
SCOTUS set to hear vaccine mandate arguments today
The Sixth Circuit Court last month ruled that OSHA has the authority to require vaccinations, overruling a contradicting decision by the Fifth Circuit. Also: LTL carrier Saia inks deal for 100 Nikola BEVs; Top 250 fleet celebrating 40th anniversary.
January 7, 2022
Workforce
Financial incentives almost always overrule safety instincts
Paper Transport driver Jeff Clark parked his rig and avoided a massive pile up whole countless others just like him didn't.
December 27, 2021
Regulations
ATA files appeal with Supreme Court after vax mandate reinstated
ATA was one of 27 groups to file an appeal with the Supreme Court after an appeals court overturned the stay of OSHA's employer COVID vaccine mandate. Also: Forward Air raises independent contractor pay; Western Star, Great Dane issue recalls.
December 21, 2021
Regulations
Acting FMCSA boss stepping down
FMCSA hasn't had a full time administrator in more than two years.
December 20, 2021
Regulations
Trucking orgs reactions mixed to Biden's trucking action plan
Fleet group lauds the Biden-Harris Trucking Action Plan for its attention on recruitment but driver group says it comes up short on solving retention.
December 20, 2021
Regulations
Another sentenced in Louisiana staged-accident fraud scheme
A Texas woman was sentenced to three years of probation for her role in a staged-accident fraud scheme in New Orleans, which has resulted in 33 indictments. Also: DHL partners with autonomous firm TuSimple; Deliveright expands to Canada.
December 20, 2021
Regulations
Biden administration unveils plan for helping fleets with driver recruitment, retention
Admins say the Biden-Harris Trucking Action Plan would solve "headwinds that have been laid bare by the pandemic."
December 16, 2021
Regulations
CVSA adopts program aimed at addressing driver fatigue
The North American Fatigue Management Program is an educational and training program aimed at preventing fatigue-related risks and crashes. Also: Alcohol distributor testing 10 Xos electric trucks; 3PL Redwood Logistics acquired.
December 16, 2021
Regulations
Senators raise concern over cross-border vaccine mandate for truckers
In a letter to President Biden, a group of Senators asked the administration to engage with Canada to discuss the looming mandates. Also: Schneider to test in-truck alcohol detection system; UPS surpasses 1 billion COVID vaccines delivered.
December 15, 2021
Regulations
CARB approves ‘smog check’ regulation for trucks operating in California
The twice-a-year inspections are meant to ensure emissions control systems maintain as the truck ages. The rule, which still has to clear another hurdle before taking effect, raises Constitutional and privacy concerns and more from within trucking.
December 14, 2021
Regulations
Bill addressing detention, demurrage at ports passed by House
The U.S. Senate still has to pass the bill, which has garnered support from within the trucking industry. Also: World-famous metal band Metallica helps fund trucking school scholarships.
December 13, 2021
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