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FMCSA wins key case against unauthorized moving company

The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California issued a final judgment against USA Logistics, Inc. for transporting household goods without proper authorization. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has achieved a significant victory in its efforts to ensure consumer safety in the moving transportation sector. On September 11, the U.S. District […]

Dockworkers suspend negotiations about port automation

The union has indicated that negotiations will not progress if the expansion of automation is insisted upon. The United States port operators’ union, known as the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), has suspended negotiations with employers over automation issues following a deadlock in talks. This development comes after cargo operations were halted at major ports on […]

Make Amazon Pay Day: global workers protest fair wages and accountability

Workers from over 30 countries, including the United States, and more than 80 unions joined the strike for the fifth consecutive year. Thousands of Amazon employees worldwide went on strike on Friday, November 29, demanding higher wages and improved working conditions during one of the company’s busiest weekends, from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. The […]

Walmart ordered to pay $34.7 million in driver defamation case

Jesús Fonseca was injured while driving a Walmart truck, the company’s response to the incident led to a $35 million compensation for the driver. A historic verdict has changed the life of former Walmart truck driver Jesús “Jesse” Fonseca. A jury from San Bernardino County, California, has ordered the company to pay $34.7 million in […]

World Children’s Day 2024: protecting children’s rights in a changing world

This day serves as a reminder of how essential it is for all children to exercise their rights and for these rights to be protected by humanity. On November 20th, the World Children’s Day is commemorated, a date dedicated to recognizing the importance of children in society. In 1989, world leaders made a historic commitment […]

90 years of legacy: the passing of Gene England, legendary leader of C.R. England

Gene England, an icon in the transportation industry, passed away at the age of 105, leaving a legacy of integrity and dedication. Eugene “Gene” Knight England, emeritus president of C.R. England and one of the most recognized names in the road transportation sector, passed away on November 13 at the age of 105. Just a […]

In brief: FHWA updates road safety rules, California defends environmental policies, and diesel prices continue to drop

U.S. trucking industry, regulatory and policy updates. Federal Highway Administration updates road safety regulations The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) updated its road work zone safety regulations on November 1 for the first time in 20 years, incorporating changes to improve the protection of highway construction workers. The revised regulation combines two previous regulations: the 2004 Work […]

Trump’s presidency: major shift in U.S. energy and environmental policies

Trump’s victory promises to radically transform the country’s energy and environmental policy. The victory of Donald Trump as President of the United States was announced this morning. A result that promises to radically transform the country’s energy and environmental policies, with profound implications for oil production, the expansion of offshore wind energy, and policies regarding […]

U.S. fuel prices continue gradual decline as election results approach

The EIA has reported that gasoline and diesel prices continue a gradual downward trend. The United States is preparing for the presidential elections, and as historic events approach in the coming days, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) has reported that gasoline and diesel prices continue a gradual downward trend. According to the latest data, the […]

Truck ban on U.S. 441: Tennessee authorities warn of possible fines

Control personnel have been working around the clock turning away more than 800 trucks since the reopening of the road. Authorities in Tennessee have issued a statement reminding commercial vehicle drivers of the strict prohibition against using U.S. 441, also known as Newfound Gap Road, following its reopening just two weeks ago. This route, which […]