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Clean Truck Deal: Judge Halts California Emissions Agreement with Truck Manufacturers

Clean truck deal and California emissions return to the center of the national debate after a federal court blocks enforcement of the Clean Truck Partnership, pausing requirements tied to zero-emission truck adoption while litigation continues.

Understanding the English Language Proficiency regulations in the trucking industry

The industry is experiencing changes related to English Language Proficiency evaluations for commercial drivers, let’s understand the current legislation governing this matter. English language proficiency ranked among the ten main concerns of the trucking industry in 2025, according to a study published by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). This issue has gained greater relevance […]

New Tariffs to Strengthen U.S. Truck Manufacturing on November 1

Starting November 1, the U.S. will impose new import tariffs on medium- and heavy-duty trucks and parts, a move designed to strengthen U.S. truck manufacturing, rebuild domestic supply chains, and reduce reliance on foreign-built models across the commercial trucking sector.

Why ATA Wants Stricter CDL Requirements for Truck Drivers

Why ATA Is Calling for Stricter CDL Requirements: A Push for Safer, More Qualified Drivers

FMCSA Final Rule: Automatic Emergency Braking Systems to Be Mandatory on All Heavy Trucks by 2026

USDOT Withholds $40 Million from California Over English Proficiency “Rule Rebellion”

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has announced that it will withhold more than $40 million in federal highway safety funds from California for failing to enforce national English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards for commercial truck drivers.

Ending CDL reciprocity: the U.S. seeks stricter measures

New bill would require states to comply with the strict CDL regulations recently established. The U.S. House of Representatives has introduced new legislation aimed at codifying recent changes in the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, specifically related to tightening the requirements for foreign nationals to obtain or maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Additionally, the […]

Duffy Secures $41 Million to Save Essential Air Service as Shutdown Threat Looms

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced on Wednesday that the Department of Transportation (DOT) has secured $41 million in additional emergency funding to sustain the Essential Air Service (EAS) program, a federal initiative that subsidizes commercial flights to rural and underserved communities across the United States.

How a U.S. Government Shutdown Impacts Truckers, Freight Transport, and Jobs

Truckers keep driving. Producers keep working. Business owners keep paying taxes. But in Washington, the offices go quiet, bureaucrats argue, and millions of private-sector workers are left in uncertainty. That is the reality of a government shutdown — a clear sign of how big the federal apparatus has become. When it stops, it drags down those who truly keep the economy moving.

Detroit Launches a New Era in Urban Freight Traffic

Detroit Implements New Truck Ban, Setting the Tone for a Nationwide Shift in Urban Freight Policies