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The strangest insurance policies in the world: from abductions to people dying of laughter

Did you know that there is a policy that protects you in case you conceive an alien? Or that those abandoned at the altar have a backup? There are insurance agencies in the world and in the United States that are, to say the least, strange. Some fit into the most complex minds, but, surprisingly, […]

Fentanyl Testing for Truck Drivers: how the test works and what’s known

The SAMHSA estimates that the inclusion process could take more than a year A federal drug advisory group has initiated the extensive process of adding fentanyl to the list of substances subject to drug testing for federal employees and truck drivers. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) estimates that the inclusion process […]

3000 years BC: the history of insurance is much older than is believed

The Egyptians, Phoenicians, Babylonians, Romans and Greeks… All of these great civilizations invented the insurance we know today. Is insurance a kind of contract established in modernity? When did they emerge? Because? Researchers from the University of Cuyo, Argentina, determined that – although it is difficult to define the exact date – the beginning of […]

Predatory Towing: ATRI highlights issues in the towing industry

The American Transportation Research Institute analyzed the long-running controversy with towing practices. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released a report on November 29 of this year, analyzing the longstanding controversy in the road transport sector related to towing practices between 2021 and 2023. According to ATRI’s detailed analysis, around 30% of invoices for heavy-duty […]

New loading port for heavy trucks announced in Long Beach

This depot will be capable of providing high-speed loading infrastructure for hundreds of trucks daily. Forum Mobility, a freight and freight transportation electrification provider, announced that it plans to build a new freight depot for heavy trucks to be located in Long Beach. This depot will be able to provide high-speed charging infrastructure for hundreds […]

Diesel continues to fall and registers a new decrease in its price and at the national level

The national average of $4,146 per gallon is the lowest since $4,127 on July 31. The drop in diesel prices continues for another week. According to U.S. Energy Information Administration records, fuel was recorded at $4.146 per gallon on Monday, Nov. 27, down 6 cents from the previous week. According to the federal agency, national […]

Strong warning: FMCSA tightens regulations on drug use by truck drivers

By the end of next year, truck drivers who test positive for drug use will remain in a “prohibited” status and will lose their commercial driving licenses. On November 28, a statement was issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), stating that a driver with a violation of the drug and alcohol program […]

Volvo Trucks recalls 2018-2024 models over passenger seat safety concerns

This marks the second instance in the last three months that Volvo Trucks has issued a recall for its vehicles. According to documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2018-2024 VN, VNR, and VHD trucks after discovering an issue with the passenger seat. The vehicles do not […]

Smart Cameras in Trucks: optimizing safety and efficiency in freight transportation

Providing a comprehensive view, offering assistance, and fostering operational improvements are key objectives. The widespread use of cameras in freight trucks has seen a significant increase by fleets, increasingly opting for the installation of both external and internal cameras in their vehicles. This practice not only supports drivers but also reduces risks, providing value beyond […]

In brief: Utah expands EV charging, Houston improves roads, Michigan approves heavier electric trucks

State updates impacting the transportation industry. Utah plans to expand infrastructure for charging electric vehicles Utah will receive $36 million, funded by the National Infrastructure Program, which plans the installation of a total of 15 points to be equipped with new fast charging stations for electric vehicles in Utah, including a Pilot Flying J Travel […]