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 […]
Season of theft: how to take care of your cargo during Thanksgiving season

CargoNet has reported 126 cargo theft incidents during the Thanksgiving period. The risks of cargo theft activity in the U.S. are “extremely high” during this Thanksgiving holiday, warns CargoNet. In its previous Supply Chain Risk Trends Analysis for the Third Quarter of 2023, CargoNet recorded a total of 692 merchandise thefts in the third quarter […]
Breaks to eat and rest: yes or no? California Attorney General Issues Waiver Request to the FMCSA

The California Attorney General’s Office and the Commissioner of Labor send a response to the FMCSA regarding its request for exemption requests for the rest rules in California. The California Attorney General’s Office, together with the Commissioner of Labor, issued a press release in which they expressed their request for an exemption on behalf of […]
Trucker’s experience: the 7 best scenic routes in America

According to truck drivers, these are the most scenic drives in the U.S. For those who spend their days driving back and forth from state to state, finding beauty in the mundane is a must. Whether you’re traveling along the California coastline, amidst the autumn foliage in the Northeast, or anywhere in between, some of […]
A more sustainable future: the rise of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles compared to electric vehicles

A closer look at Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles vs. Electric Vehicles. In recent years, the transition from fossil fuel vehicles to electric vehicles has been increasing, driven by recognition of climate change and opting for sustainable options. While much of the conversation around zero-emission vehicles focuses on Electric Vehicles (EV), innovations in Hydrogen Fuel Cell […]
Trucking news in Washington, California and Colorado

Updates to laws and programs for drivers in different states. Washington and California: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration seeks waiver requests on rest rules decision. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced last August that it is actively seeking to receive requests for exemptions from its previous decision to rescind break rules in California […]
Hacked and trailers: a demonstration made clear how vulnerable they are

The National Freight Vehicle Traffic Association organized a demonstration to prioritize the protection of tractor-trailer systems. On October 24, the National Freight Vehicle Traffic Association (NMFTA) organized a wireless hacking demonstration to exemplify how someone could take advantage of the vulnerabilities of cargo trailers and trailers. At its Cybersecurity Digital Solutions Conference, NMFTA provided a […]
From the trunkmobile to Elvis’ Cadillac: 6 iconic cars that exist and are exhibited in the United States

Find your favorite automotive celebrity at these American museums. 1. Batmobile – Batman 1989 Based on the 1967 Chevrolet Impala platform, the 1989 Batmobile featured a Chevrolet V8 engine, and Rolls-Royce jet engine components for the hood air intake. This particular vehicle was one of five licensed by the studio for promotional purposes. Find it […]
Mandatory state inspections are suspended for all commercial vehicles entering the country through Texas

After complaints and claims, the state Department of Public Safety opted for random inspections. After the complaints, the long lines and the scandal that was unleashed by the mandatory state inspections on the United States border with Mexico, Texas decided to counteract and suspend the measure on this type of vehicles. Thus, the Texas Department […]
Diesel price decline continues

For the fourth week the value of this fuel drops. Gasoline does it even more. The price of diesel continues to fall and now fell to 5.4 cents per gallon to reach $4.444, according to the latest data published by the country’s Energy Information Administration. The decrease in price is part of a decline that has […]