When Is a Truck Too Old to Insure in the United States? Age Isn’t the Real Problem

An older truck is not necessarily an obsolete truck. In the United States, the real problem begins when age translates into mechanical deficiencies, inadequate maintenance, safety violations, or an inability to meet the requirements applicable to the carrier’s operation. Brakes, tires, lights, inspections, maintenance, cargo, and type of operation can matter far more than the year printed on the title.
California DMV Sued by Teamsters Over Autonomous Truck Regulations

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is being sued by the state’s Teamsters union.
U.S. Transportation Disrupted: States Impacted by Natural Disasters and Severe Weather Events

The United States has experienced an escalation of extreme weather events and emergencies that have tested the response capabilities of authorities and key industries.
The Entire Planet Under Pressure: Extreme Weather Events Are Striking Every Continent

From record-breaking heatwaves and massive wildfires to catastrophic floods and historic snowfall, Earth is experiencing one of its most extreme weeks of the year. This week, nearly every continent has been affected by an extraordinary concentration of severe weather events. Europe is battling record-breaking temperatures and destructive wildfires, Asia is struggling with devastating monsoon floods, […]
California DMV Orders 11,000 Drivers to Retake License Exam, Sparking Confusion

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has sent letters. The move has sparked confusion and speculation.
California Truck Weight Limits: Complete Guide for Carriers and Commercial Drivers

Learn about California’s legal truck weight limits, maximum axle weights, gross vehicle weight limits, and when a special overweight permit is required.
Attention, California and Texas: These are the Medical Conditions that Can Disqualify a Commercial Driver

Certain medical conditions may prevent a person from obtaining or maintaining certification as a commercial driver in the United States.
Can California Afford to Lose Immigrant Truck Drivers? The Impact of English Proficiency Rules

Approximately 8% of California’s truck drivers—an estimated 61,000 individuals—are immigrants. What happens if they’re gone?
Oakland’s New Speed Cameras Generate 82,000 Tickets in Just One Month

The cameras had been issuing warnings since January 14, 2026, and officially began issuing speeding tickets on March 15, 2026.
In brief: rail crossing safety, California autonomous trucks, and CDL laws

From rail crossing safety to autonomous trucks and CDL laws, these are the key U.S. updates in transportation.