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California revises warehouse regulations to reduce emissions and community impact

California reviews pioneering warehouse regulations to improve transportation and public health policies. California is set to implement a key revision in its warehouse regulations, a law aimed at more strictly regulating logistics activities and road transport. This modification focuses on the routes used by trucks accessing warehouses, a crucial measure to reduce traffic congestion and […]

California, Washington, and New Mexico could lose funding over ELP enforcement

California, Washington, and New Mexico are under scrutiny by the USDOT for violations of regulations requiring English proficiency for truck drivers. California, Washington, and New Mexico are under scrutiny by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for alleged violations of federal regulations requiring English proficiency for truck drivers, as well as for allowing previously disqualified […]

California High-Speed Rail Faces Major Setback as U.S. Cancels Another $175 Million in Federal Funding

The U.S. Department of Transportation has canceled $175 million in federal funding for four critical components of California’s high-speed rail project, deepening doubts about the future of the ambitious plan to connect Los Angeles and San Francisco in just three hours.

In brief: CDL reform, clean energy, and state vs. federal regulations

As safety concerns rise and electric infrastructure expands, the trucking industry faces mounting pressure from conflicting regulations and calls for systemic change. No more non-domiciled CDLs, demands OOIDA The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has called on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the governors of 43 states to immediately suspend the issuance of […]

California strengthens its fight against vehicle emissions

California is moving forward with the development of new vehicle emissions regulations in its effort to maintain leadership in the fight against climate change. Once again, California is advancing in the development of new vehicle emissions standards as part of its ongoing effort to lead in the fight against climate change. The state’s clean air […]

Daimler Truck, Volvo, Paccar, and International sue California over emissions rules, end Clean Truck Partnership

Daimler Truck, Volvo, Paccar, and International Motors have filed a lawsuit against California state authorities over what they call “excessively strict” emissions regulations that conflict with U.S. federal standards.

California vs. federal rollbacks: the zero-emission standards fight federal setbacks

Governor Newsom signed an executive order aimed at strengthening California’s efforts to move away from fossil fuels. The battle over vehicle emission standards in California enters a new chapter. On the same day the federal government overturned emission standards, California Governor Gavin Newsom reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the use of zero-emission vehicles in the […]

What is Alcatraz, the prison with no roads that President Trump wants to reopen?

Alcatraz is one of San Francisco’s top tourist attractions, but it remains a symbol of extreme isolation. This legendary prison has no roads, no bridges, and no truck access — the only way in or out is by boat. For those who once tried to escape, the only option was to plunge into the freezing, […]

House blocks California truck emissions rules

The U.S. House of Representatives approved two resolutions revoking key exemptions granted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to California. With a vote of 231 in favor and 191 against, the House voted on Wednesday, April 30, to overturn the exemption that allowed California to implement the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule, aimed at promoting […]

$150 Million Boost for U.S.–Mexico Border Project Aims to Ease Trade and Tighten Security

A long-delayed border infrastructure initiative in Southern California is finally moving ahead with fresh federal funding. The $150 million grant will fund a new Port of Entry at Otay Mesa, aiming to relieve freight bottlenecks and bolster border security. The U.S. Department of Transportation has approved a major grant of $150 million to advance a […]