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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 […]

Employment, retention and benefits: Fall 2024 Truck Driver Survey

Conversion Interactive Agency shared the survey results on the priorities, challenges and sentiments of truck drivers in today’s market. Conversion Interactive Agency has shared the results of the 2024 Fall Truck Driver Survey, conducted in collaboration with People. Data. Analytics (PDA). This survey provides key insights into the priorities, challenges, and sentiments of truck drivers […]

Clearinghouse-II: CDL license revocation and reinstatement to service

This new phase will allow the sanctioning of drivers who continue to operate vehicles after having received alcohol or drug violations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse enters its next phase on November 18, known as Clearinghouse-II. This new phase will allow federal regulators to require state driver licensing agencies […]

Road transport between uncertainty and signs of recovery

Over the past two years, the market has experienced a constant decline in rates, which finally came to a halt in 2024. The road transport sector has been one of the hardest hit by the economic crisis caused by the pandemic. Over the past two years, the market experienced a steady decline in rates, which […]

The 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree begins its journey

From Alaska to Washington, D.C., the 2024 Christmas Tree kicks off its highly anticipated annual tour. The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has begun its traditional annual journey. This year, Lynden Companies, one of Alaska’s leading carriers, is once again tasked with transporting the tree from the forests of Alaska to Washington, D.C., where it will […]

The future of transportation in the U.S.: Trump vs. Harris

The presidential election will have a significant impact on the policies and regulations that will shape the sector. As November begins, the pressure of the elections intensifies; in just four days, the future of the United States for the next four years will be decided. During their campaigns, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have presented […]

Regulations for autonomous vehicle technology: OOIDA in favor of national safety

A more rigorous federal oversight to protect both the safety of autonomous vehicles and personal and vehicle information is part of a recent proposal. The U.S. Department of Commerce and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) have decided to prioritize the safety and cybersecurity of autonomous vehicles in the country. The Department of Commerce is […]

Stay safe this Halloween: essential tips for fleet drivers

With the increase in pedestrians, decorations and distractions, the risks are also growing; stay alert. Halloween can be exciting, but safety shouldn’t be a surprise. For fleet drivers, it’s essential to stay alert and make the roads safer. With the increase in pedestrians, decorations, and distractions, the risks also rise; statistics indicate that pedestrian fatalities […]

Decline in the number of women in the transportation industry

WIT’s annual report reveals that the number of women behind the wheel of commercial vehicles has reached its lowest level since 2019. The Women in Trucking Association (WIT) has published the results of its latest report, revealing that the number of women driving commercial vehicles has reached its lowest level since 2019. From August 2023 […]

Legal battle against EPA regulation: diesel vs. zero emissions

The plaintiffs argue that the U.S. economy heavily relies on heavy-duty vehicles that primarily operate on diesel. In a significant legal case against the new heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the plaintiffs have submitted their initial brief, according to information from Fox News Digital. This lawsuit arises in response to […]