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FMCSA's revolving door at top continues with new Deputy Administrator
Vinn White was named the agency's new Deputy Administrator, and Acting Administrator, on Tuesday. Also: Salem Carriers partner with Daimler for electric trucking hub; applications for California electric fleet charging projects opening soon.
June 26, 2024
ATA pens concern to DOT over marijuana reclassification
ATA asks Transportation Secretary Buttigieg to weigh in on marijuana reclassification. Also: Kenworth's truck assembly plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently hosted the annual Kenworth Truck Parade through downtown.
June 21, 2024
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July 11, 2024
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June 18, 2024
Regulations
Another lawsuit filed against EPA Phase 3 emissions plan
American Petroleum Institute is leading a lawsuit with the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association over the implementation of "technology that simply does not presently exist."
June 18, 2024
Regulations
Calstart aims to help EPA in lawsuits challenging Phase 3 GHG regs
The decarbonization-focused group has petitioned a court to join as an intervenor in lawsuits challenging the latest EPA regs on trucks. Also: Recalls for Wabash reefers, Autocar severe-duty trucks, and Mack and Volvo trucks.
June 18, 2024
Economic trends
Trucking conditions trending up for carriers
FTR's Trucking Conditions Index saw a significant improvement in April, yet still remains in negative territory. Also: FMCSA has finalized an increase to the 2025 Unified Carrier Registration Plan and Agreement fees.
June 17, 2024
Regulations
Homeland Security appropriations bill would create anti-fraud/cargo theft task force
The appropriations bill passed the House Appropriations Committee with $2 million included to create the task force. Also: Artur Express partners with Kodiak Robotics; Wheaton | Bekins taps new president; Transition Trucking award nominations close soon.
June 14, 2024
Regulations
Brake inspection blitz sidelines 570 trucks
CVSA's annual unannounced Brake Safety Day resulted in 11.6% of trucks inspected being placed out of service. Also: Channel to Port of Baltimore returns to normal operating dimensions; FMCSA to survey drivers' opinions on seat belt use.
June 13, 2024
Regulations
Registration open for FMCSA's carrier safety rating virtual listening sessions
The agency will host the sessions on June 25 and July 31, in addition to an in-person event at the Texas Trucking Show June 29. Also: Kenworth announces availability for CARB-compliant MX-13; Cargo Transporters breaks ground on new maintenance facility.
June 12, 2024
Regulations
FMCSA extends limited emergency declaration for Baltimore bridge collapse
The agency extended the limited hours of service waivers through June 22. Also: Fleet petitions for under-21 drivers to operate in other states; Oregon seeks permission to grant CDLs to certain noncitizens; PGT Trucking expands in Southeast.
June 11, 2024
Regulations
Numerous recalls announced across major OEMs
Two recalls each from Daimler, Volvo and Mack resulted in a total of more than 1,700 units being recalled for issues related to steering components, wheel hubs and battery management software in an electric truck.
June 10, 2024
Alternative power
IMC takes emissions out of peel pile sort
IMC Logistics, the largest marine drayage company in the U.S., has taken its smart peel pile process to the next level: zero emission.
June 10, 2024
Regulations
FMCSA hosting listening sessions for input on carrier safety rating revamp
An in-person meeting will be held this month at the Texas Trucking Show, while two virtual listening sessions are also in the works. Also: IMC Logistics and Fenix Marine Services launch industry's first clean energy SmartStack.
June 7, 2024
Regulations
FMCSA awards $480M in grants for safety initiatives
The new Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program grants go to all 50 states, D.C., and five territories. Also: Hendrickson acquires suspension business from Reyco Granning; Southeastern Freight Lines terminal celebrates milestone; more.
June 4, 2024
Regulations
Previously shutdown trucker's small fleet ordered OOS
FMCSA shut down the one-truck operation of owner-operator Gurpreet Singh, who was shut down by the agency in April. Also: FMCSA looking to gather feedback on towing practices, fees; C.H. Robinson recognizes top carriers.
June 3, 2024
Battery electric
NY trucking group files lawsuit over 'unfair' congestion tolls on trucks
NY trucking group files lawsuit over congestion fees. Also: Peterbilt books its largest ever battery-electric trucks order; the Port of Oakland has applied for federal grant to move to 100% zero-emission cargo handling; more.
May 31, 2024
Regulations
How would federal rescheduling of marijuana affect trucking?
On May 21, the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration published a notice of proposed rulemaking to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug.
May 31, 2024
Regulations
PHMSA proposes increase to hazmat registration fees
Under the proposal, PHMSA would increase the fee by $125 to $375 for small businesses and non-profits, and by $425 to $3,000 for other registrants. Also: FMCSA's Truck Leasing Task Force sets next two meetings; ATRI reveals 2024 research priorities.
May 29, 2024
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