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Former FMCSA employee pleads guilty to extortion charges
The former border investigator admitted to accepting money in exchange for not reporting safety violations. Also: XPO names new chief strategy officer; NACFE announces new Run on Less campaign focus.
January 18, 2023
Washington gridlock could lead to more executive decision-making
While there remains uncertainty as to how painful 2023 could be economically, Ann Wilson says there’s no debate about what to expect politically. Capitol Hill is heading for gridlock.
January 16, 2023
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Hazmat endorsement trainer gets ELDT regs waiver
FMCSA also denied an ELDT exemption request from water well equipment haulers. Also: Roehl paid out $4 million in safety incentives to drivers last year; Distinguished Woman in Logistics nominations sought.
January 16, 2023
Regulations
ATA completes its return to D.C.
While ATA’s headquarters previously was located in Arlington, Virginia, the association maintained an office in Washington, D.C.
January 13, 2023
Regulations
2022 traffic fatality estimates in line with 2021 numbers through September
NHTSA estimates a meager dip in traffic fatalities year-over-year through September 2022, but truck-involved fatal crashes are estimated to be up. Also: Final Volvo LIGHTS electric trucks delivered; new Estes president; Northeast LTL carrier acquired.
January 12, 2023
Regulations
Groups argue Biden decarbonization Blueprint undoes emission strides
Fueling groups contend that tax credits established under the Inflation Reduction Act and promoted in the Biden administration's Blueprint incentivize sustainable aviation fuel production above renewable diesel and biodiesel.
January 11, 2023
Autonomous
California reconsidering its unfriendly autonomous trucking regs?
California has permitted public testing of autonomous commercial vehicles trucks since 2019, but there is a 10,000 pound weight limit.
January 10, 2023
Regulations
EPA eyeing more strict particulate matter regulation
Diesel-powered equipment accounts for more than 70% of all fine particulate matter emissions from U.S. transportation sources, according to the Union of Concerned Scientists.
January 6, 2023
Battery electric
Flatbed carrier adding Nikola BEV to fleet
PGT Trucking will use the battery-electric truck for a specific customer, operating on local, dedicated routes. Also: DOT raising fines for regs violations; Roadrunner announces latest transit time improvements; WIT seeks gender diversity feedback.
January 6, 2023
Business
FMCSA proposing new broker, freight forwarder financial responsibility regs
The proposals would ultimately benefit motor carriers, FMCSA said, by making sure brokers and freight forwarders maintain $75,000 in financial security and allowing FMCSA to suspend brokers' authority if not maintained.
January 4, 2023
Safety & Compliance
These are the states with the highest speeding fines for CDL drivers
A study by TrafficTickets.com found that Illinois has the highest potential fine, and 13 states have mandatory minimum fines of over $100.
December 29, 2022
Regulations
Stevens Transport gets waiver allowing pre-CDL drivers to run team
Similar exemptions have been granted to numerous other fleets in recent years. Also: Women trucking organizations seeking nominations for top driver awards.
December 28, 2022
Maintenance
Brake issue prompts Translead recall
Hyundai Translead is recalling certain 2020-2021 dry van and reefer trailers. Also: Nikola gets closer to earning CARB voucher; FMCSA publishes new webpage for entry-level drivers.
December 27, 2022
Regulations
What do OEMs think of EPA's new emission regs?
Truck and engine makers now begin work in earnest on clearing an even higher low emissions bar.
December 26, 2022
Trip planning
Trucking industry welcomes delays due to infrastructure bill projects
Route optimization and mapping technology companies are prepared to take on the necessary evils like road closures and subsequent freight delays that these infrastructure projects will trigger in support of a better road system.
December 26, 2022
Regulations
FMCSA denies carriers' request to report hair drug testing results to Clearinghouse
The Trucking Alliance's petition to allow reporting of actual knowledge of a hair drug test positive to the Clearinghouse was denied. Also: FMCSA denies ELDT exemption requests; Ohio Volvo dealer gets EV certification.
December 26, 2022
Regulations
Southeastern Freight Lines opens two new service centers
SEF opening two relocated service centers in Texarkana and Corpus Christi. Also: FMCSA waiving certain HOS regs for heating fuel haulers in 45 states; ACT Research's Tractor Dashboard negative; Shippers' conditions improved in October; more.
December 23, 2022
Regulations
Trucking groups slam 'challenging' new EPA rule that slashes truck emissions limits
EPA's updated emission standards for heavy-duty commercial vehicles for the 2027 model year holds trucks to an emissions standard that is more than 80% lower than current regs.
December 20, 2022
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