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TCA Fall Business Meeting 2024‘It isn’t going to work’: Carrier execs slam EPA emissions rule
Trucking leaders challenged the feasibility of the Phase 3 greenhouse gas reduction rule for new heavy-duty trucks during a Q&A with an EPA official Wednesday.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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NTSB says Triton fatal crash involved fatigued driver, fake HOS process
The federal investigation called for changes in commercial regulations to mandate inward-facing cameras and the ability to audit ELDs.
By David Taube • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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California seeks public feedback on self-driving heavy-duty trucks
The state’s DMV put forth draft regulations to spur stakeholder comments.
By David Taube • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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ATRI calls on carriers to share trucking’s top concerns
The American Trucking Associations’ research arm uses the input to help prioritize industry strategy.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Low-carbon materials a ‘huge opportunity’ to green the transportation sector
The DOT is releasing $800 million to reimburse builders for using cleaner construction products, Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt said.
By Julie Strupp • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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OSHA heat prevention rule calls for rest breaks every 2 hours
A proposal could potentially require 15-minute breaks when temperatures reach 90 degrees or above.
By David Taube • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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California legislators OK driver requirement for large AVs again
Meanwhile, the state Department of Motor Vehicles moved to potentially advance regulations allowing fully autonomous heavy-duty vehicles on public roads.
By David Taube • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Labor board orders Canada’s railroads to resume operations Monday
While all parties pledged to comply, the Teamsters vowed to challenge the order in court.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 24, 2024 -
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Deep Dive‘Absolutely committed’: A. Duie Pyle celebrates 100th anniversary as a family-owned company
The Pennsylvania-based carrier survived a strike, deregulation and other challenges to grow into a premier Northeast regional LTL provider national competitors want to acquire.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Inflation slows to 3-year low, clearing way for Fed rate cut
The central bank at a meeting next month will likely weigh cooling inflation against signs that the labor market is loosening up.
By Jim Tyson • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Truckers, AV advocates present conflicting views on self-driving safety
Commentators noted vastly different takes on the risks of artificial intelligence in feedback to a Transportation Department agency.
By David Taube • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Daimler recalls 3K trucks over steering failure concerns
The OEM reported third-party heat treatment issues and potentially faulty tie rods in Freightliners and other 2025 models.
By David Taube • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Congressional subcommittee debates value of federal road safety regulations
A Republican member of Congress criticized the Biden administration’s “onerous regulatory agenda,” but one advocate argued inconveniences may be necessary to make road safety a priority.
By Dan Zukowski • July 31, 2024 -
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Chevron doctrine’s end will insert courts into regulatory process, Buttigieg says
The DOT is analyzing how the Supreme Court decision striking down a doctrine of deferring to government agencies in cases of ambiguity could affect its regulatory power.
By Colin Campbell • July 26, 2024 -
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DOT Secretary Buttigieg notes federal aid’s impact on supply chains
“Our supply chains are stronger, are more resilient, than they were three-and-a-half years ago,” he said during a keynote address Wednesday.
By David Taube • July 24, 2024 -
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Safety request for tougher rear guards not reasonable or practicable, NHTSA says
The agency repeated its concerns with providing greater protection in 30% overlap crashes.
By David Taube • July 23, 2024 -
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US attorneys aim to protect state emissions targets rule
The federal government seeks to instate a 2023 Federal Highway Administration regulation after lower courts dealt blows to the policy.
By David Taube • July 19, 2024 -
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FMCSA names BakerHostetler partner as lead counsel
The agency noted Melody Drummond Hansen's experience in emerging transportation technologies, such as fleet management to electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles.
By Colin Campbell • July 18, 2024 -
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Advisory committee split on underride guard guidance
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association criticized the divided viewpoints and called for more research.
By David Taube • July 17, 2024 -
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Emergency waivers extended for Baltimore truckers
The FMCSA will continue to relax ELD and hours of service rules until July 15.
By Colin Campbell • July 10, 2024 -
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Speed limiter rulemaking postponed to 2025
The latest delay will push any potential rule until after the presidential election this fall.
By David Taube • July 9, 2024 -
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Cannabis rescheduling won’t affect truck driver testing, Buttigieg says
The transportation secretary detailed the department’s stance on potential effects of a pending policy shift by the Biden administration.
By Colin Campbell • July 1, 2024 -
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DOT appoints acting AI chief to lead FMCSA
The selection of Vinn White as acting administrator highlights the growing role of automation in transportation.
By Colin Campbell • June 26, 2024 -
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Corn growers file legal challenge against EPA’s trucking emissions rule
Industry groups argue that a transition to battery-powered trucks would have unintended consequences for the biofuels and agricultural industries.
By Nathan Owens • June 25, 2024 -
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Paccar recalls thousands of trucks due to potential loss of steering
A ball stud could break, and owners should not drive the vehicles until they’re fixed, safety officials said.
By David Taube • June 24, 2024
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