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Hutcheson cleared by committee, on track for confirmation as FMCSA admin
Robin Hutcheson is on a path to be FMCSA's first full-time administrator since 2019. Also: Unannounced brake blitz catches almost 1,300; Meritor updates MeritorPartsXpress.com to reduce turnaround time for driveshaft orders.
June 23, 2022
Cummins, other hydrogen ICE proponents hoping for zero-emission status
Hydrogen internal combustion advocates, including Cummins, say the carbon-cutting technology may be recognized as a zero-emission solution, which would be a big win for the nascent industry and competition for fuel cell and all-electric.
June 22, 2022
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Biden calls for suspension of fuel taxes, but 'hard to see real relief for diesel'
Taxed or not, one global fuels expert says with so many economic and geopolitical headwinds, it's "hard to see real relief for diesel."
June 22, 2022
Regulations
'There is not a shortage of DEF,' say nation's truck stops
Truck stops say there is no shortage of DEF, despite reports that railway constraints and Russia's invasion of Ukraine have made distribution problematic.
June 20, 2022
Regulations
Congress again eyes repeal of federal excise tax on trucks
The tax was first enacted in 1917 to help pay for World War I and was increased to its current 12% level in 1982. Also: CVSA asks FMCSA to require carriers hauling hemp to carry standardized documentation.
June 17, 2022
Regulations
FMCSA renews large fleet's waiver for pre-CDL drivers
C.R. England can continue using the waiver for five more years, allowing drivers who passed the CDL skills test but not yet returned home to obtain their CDL to operate in traditional team operations. Also: ATA names new Freight Conference director.
June 16, 2022
Industry
Biden warns oil and gas companies to get prices down
President Joe Biden on Wednesday issued a scathing letter calling on oil and gas companies to take steps to reduce fuel prices or face the full might of the federal government's power to intervene.
June 15, 2022
Regulations
FMCSA reopens comment period on UCR fee reduction proposal
The proposed fees for the 2023 registration year would be reduced below the fees for 2022 by approximately 27%. Also: Stevens Transport asks FMCSA for pre-CDL waiver; Tanker trailer cleaning, repair company expanding in Florida, California.
June 15, 2022
Technology
National Motor Freight Traffic Association agrees to oversee Digital LTL Council
The Digital LTL Council is comprised of various industry executives committed to the full digitalization of the LTL industry and counts among its membership some of the largest fleets in the U.S.
June 14, 2022
Regulations
Bill takes aim at curbing 'unjust and unreasonable' fees charged to motor carriers at ports
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 targets "unjust and unreasonable demurrage and detention fees." American Trucking Associations President and CEO Chris Spear said such a bill has "been a long time coming.”
June 14, 2022
Regulations
FMCSA seeks input in push to define 'broker'
FMCSA cited "significant stakeholder interest in FMCSA’s unauthorized brokerage enforcement.” Also: Alex. Brown Realty and Biynah Industrial Partners' portfolio currently includes 11 assets with a total of 465 dock doors located throughout the Midwest.
June 13, 2022
Hydrogen fuel cell
TuSimple co-founder kicks off new fuel cell truck company to help take on supply chain setbacks
Supply chain issues can hinder fleets and OEMs alike as they focus more on trucks that offer both zero emissions and autonomous driving capabilities. TuSimple co-founder Mo Chen hopes to change that with his latest company Hydron.
June 10, 2022
Regulations
Bill could ease process for truck drivers to get TWIC, hazmat credentials
Bill allows drivers to use one TSA background check for multiple TSA security threat assessment programs, such as TWIC and hazmat endorsements. Also: HHG mover ordered to pay nearly $22M.
June 10, 2022
Regulations
DOT proposes ground rules for national network of EV chargers
Minimum standards will help ensure a user-friendly national EV charging network, accessible to all makes and models of EVs.
June 9, 2022
Regulations
Would-be FMCSA boss takes aim at trucking safety in first Senate committee hearing
Senate committee presses pending FMCSA Admin Robin Hutcheson on safety, hair testing and attracting drivers to the industry, among other topics.
June 8, 2022
Regulations
CVSA announces dates for Brake Safety Week with emphasis on chafing
Inspectors last year recorded 4,021 brake hose chafing violations in the U.S. alone.
June 7, 2022
Regulations
California Trucking Association tears down Solicitor General’s AB 5 argument
After the Solicitor General recommended SCOTUS not hear trucking's case against California's AB 5 independent contractor law, CTA laid out why it believes SCOTUS should hear the case and how the law would impact the trucking industry.
June 6, 2022
Regulations
FMCSA awards nearly $500M in grants in effort to curb highway fatalities
The agency awarded more than $463 million to states to reduce CMV-involved crashes, fatalities and injuries through commercial vehicle-focused safety programs. Also: Top 250 fleet recognizes safe drivers; CVSA updates emergency declarations site.
June 6, 2022
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