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Brake Safety Week set for late August

During last year’s Brake Safety Week, 12% of inspected trucks were placed out of service. Also: Final mile carrier rebrands; mega fleet expands driver amenities at existing terminal; and LTL giant opens relocated terminal in Texas.

May 20, 2021

“Brake system” was the third most cited vehicle-related factor in fatal commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle crashes, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) latest “Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts” report.

Audit finds EPA enforcement actions down significantly since 2007

Despite a drop in overall enforcement, actions related to the Clean Water Act and the Clean Air Act – which have affected several trucking OEMs – have accounted for the most enforcement actions and penalties during the audited timeframe.

May 19, 2021

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Texas senator again floats truck-only mileage tax

This is at least the second time Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) has eyed a potential trucking-exclusive tax.

May 19, 2021

Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) suggested method would levy 25-cents for every mile driven, tracked via government-mandated devices that report the data back to the IRS.

Dyed diesel okayed for limited use, fines waived

Oakley Transport achieves ISO certification milestone. Also: Embark brings on new partner.

May 14, 2021

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Colonial Pipeline readies restart as more regulatory relief added for fuel haulers in 10 states affected by shutdown

Previous presidentially-issued disaster declarations clear a path for 10 states to issue overweight permits to fuel haulers. Also: Bridge closure on major Southern freight artery.

May 13, 2021

The I-40 Hernando de Soto Bridge connecting Tennessee and Arkansas over the Mississippi River is closed indefinitely after a fracture was found in a steel beam.

Achates diesel earns CALSTART praise ahead of Walmart demo

Following roughly 17 years of R&D, a Peterbilt 579 has been equipped with a near-zero emissions, two-stroke diesel engine from Achates that the company says meets 2027 emissions and costs far less than competing four-strokers.

May 11, 2021

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California contractor law: Likely next steps, pivots for truckers if enforced

Many feel indiscriminate application of AB 5 to trucking is like carpet-bombing a legitimate business model in leasing owner-ops, when the weapon the state needs is already in its tool belt, a hammer for tax dodgers 1099'ing drivers who own no equipment.

May 7, 2021

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Trucking calls on House Democrats to reject liability insurance hike

Trucking joins group petition asking members of the U.S. House of Representatives to reject an increase of motor carriers’ minimum liability insurance requirements. Also: Nikola expects to kick off BEV, fuel cell test with port partner.

May 7, 2021

Labor Dept.'s independent contractor rule withdrawn

The Department of Labor has officially withdrawn the late-Trump-era rulemaking that would have defined 'independent contractor' within the FLSA. Also: TuSimple partners with insurance firm to assess autonomous safety; Lytx cams optional on Volvo trucks.

May 6, 2021

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FMCSA evaluating driver vision standard at upcoming meeting

The agency's Medical Review Board will evaluate comments received on a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend the vision standard for truck drivers. Also: New risk-management app from Overhaul; seasonal weight restrictions lifted in Mich.; more.

May 5, 2021

Regs violations fines increased; thousands of Internationals recalled

DOT has increased fines across all agencies, including FMCSA, for regulations violations. Also: Navistar is recalling more than 10,000 International trucks; Daimler launching products, services to support electric truck buyers; more.

May 4, 2021

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CVSA Roadcheck inspection is about data, not zeal

You are no more or less likely to get dinged for a violation this week than you were last week if you're skirting the rules.

May 4, 2021

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Fuel haulers seek COVID hours of service waiver

Several national organizations that advocate for truck stops, travel centers and convenience stores petitioned FMCSA to have fuel haulers added to the COVID hours of service waiver. Also: New names for several Paccar Powertrain components.

May 3, 2021

Roadcheck hotspots: States with highest inspection and lights/hours violation intensity

Overdrive's latest CSA's Data Trail update, bringing in 2020 data: States ranked high for inspection intensity show high likelihood of inspecting a truck in normal times, and more so when inspection-blitz season heats up annually in Spring and Summer.

April 30, 2021

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Set and follow best practices to lower light and HOS infractions

This year's Roadcheck takes place May 4-6 with an emphasis on lighting, the 'number one vehicle violation' and hours-of-service which continue to rank as the top cause for out-of-service driver violations. CCJ talked with experts about both.

April 29, 2021

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Federal court says California's AB 5 applies to trucking

A three-judge panel voted Wednesday to overturn an injunction that exempted the trucking industry from the ABC independent contractor test. The California Trucking Association is vowing to continue the fight, which requires an appeal to SCOTUS.

April 28, 2021

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'Not one certified ELD for Canada,' CVSA says

As Canada's new ELD regulation arrives, some fleets are under the false impression that they're already compliant according to the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.

April 28, 2021

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GOP infrastructure plan is heavy on roads and bridges

The GOP plan earmarks more than 52% of its funds for roads and bridges.

April 22, 2021

While the GOP's proposal overall is smaller, the plan sets aside significantly more funding for roads and bridges – $299 billion compared to the $115 billion in Biden's plan.

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NMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technology

The trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.

Headquartered in Ohio, Kandel Transport Inc. is a regional carrier specializing in temperature-controlled food transport.

Kandel Transport acquired by Nagle Companies

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Marten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to return

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U.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck drivers

Cargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.

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