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Harnessing solar power for cost-efficiency and sustainability

The use of solar energy to power truck cabins can help reduce fuel expenses by decreasing engine idle time Cargo carriers have found a solution to rising costs in various areas to safeguard their profits: the use of solar energy to power truck cabins. Flexible solar panels harvest energy from the sun and store it in […]

Federal Judge upholds AB5 regulations in California trucking law battle

Judge Roger Benítez ruled that AB5 does not violate the Constitution and any issues with it should be addressed politically In 2019, California passed the AB5 law for worker classification. The California Trucking Association filed a lawsuit, leading a district court to issue a preliminary injunction against the law’s enforcement in the trucking sector, which […]

Over 100,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks recalled

The recall is due to a problem with the gearshift lever Paccar has announced the recall of over 116,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks due to an issue with the gear shift lever. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the connectors of the right transmission lever may be improperly engaged in the affected […]

Risks and price increases in world fuel production

Fuel production disruptions, transportation attacks, and Western sanctions are driving price hikes Disturbances in trade routes and refinery closures have contributed to the rise in global fuel prices. Increases in gasoline and diesel surpass those of crude oil in some major markets. Fuel production disruptions, transportation attacks, and Western sanctions are driving price hikes. Despite […]

Briefs: left lane driving, weigh-in-motion, and diesel price

Colorado bans left lane travel on I-70, Tennessee installs weigh-in-motion technology and EIA releases weekly diesel price report Colorado bans left lane driving on I-70 The Senate Transportation and Energy Committee of Colorado voted to advance a modified bill that would expand the ban on commercial trucks in the left lane on various sections of […]

No more detention fees with FMC rule for container billing practices

With the new resolution, cargo transportation companies won’t need to seek reimbursements from shippers The Federal Maritime Commission recently announced a final rule aimed at simplifying international container billing practices. This addresses detention and demurrage fees that maritime carriers have been imposing, leading truckers to seek reimbursements from shippers. Armand Patella, Executive Vice President of […]

Is the end of diesel approaching? DTNA and the future of zero emissions

2027 could mark the end of diesel engine development programs worldwide At the recent Green Truck Summit, held on March 5th in Indianapolis, Daimler Truck North America highlighted the industry’s strong commitment to developing cleaner technologies and exploring alternatives for the future of road transportation. While a gradual shift towards more sustainable energies is foreseen, […]

Briefs: aggressive driving, speed limits and technology to avoid impaired driving

Utah on legislation to stop aggressive driving, Tennessee increases speed limits and NHTSA plans to implement impaired driving technology Utah: legislation to combat aggressive driving The state of Utah has enacted a new bill aimed at addressing public concern over the aggressiveness of many drivers on state highways. According to data provided by the Utah […]

Transportation price surge, supply chain and future expectations

During February the transportation capacity growth rate was higher, indicating a recovery in the industry. The latest supply chain report showed that transportation prices increased from low levels for the second time during February. However, the transportation capacity growth rate was higher, indicating that a significant recovery in the freight transportation cycle has not yet […]

Briefs: DRIVE Act, legislation against abusive towing and diesel pricing

A compilation of news about the trucking industry. States pass bills regarding predatory towing Legislation regarding predatory towing is being reviewed in several state chambers to protect consumers, especially truck drivers. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has been working with states to implement standards that safeguard truckers from unauthorized towing. In Florida, bill HB179 […]