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International Roadcheck: what you need to know about DOT Week 2024

From Tuesday, May 14 to Thursday, May 16, 2024, the International Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s DOT Week 2024 will be held at the International DOT Roadcheck From Tuesday, May 14th to Thursday, May 16th, 2024, the DOT Week of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), also known as International Roadcheck, will take place. This inspection […]

Marijuana reclassification: implications for CDL drivers and public safety

It seeks to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, how does this affect shippers? The Biden Administration seeks to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. According to reports, the Attorney General has presented this proposal to the White House Office of Management and Budget, backed by the opinion of the Department […]

U.S.-Mexico cross-border transportation controversies

In recent years, US companies establish operations in Mexico to hire drivers with B-1 visas In recent years, a phenomenon has been observed in the transportation industry, driven by irregular practices by fleet managers. US companies establish operations in Mexico to hire drivers with B-1 visas, paying them less than their American counterparts. Industry stakeholders […]

Automatic emergency braking implementation: advancements and challenges

The USDOT continues to advance the implementation of AEB technology, while owner-operators express concerns The U.S. Department of Transportation continues to advance the implementation of Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) technology. Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a regulation that will require AEB installation on all passenger vehicles and light trucks by September […]

Driving distraction: trends, challenges, and solutions

Transportation companies should enforce stricter policies regarding mobile phone use while driving April marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a phenomenon that remains a persistent concern in the transportation industry. According to data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving claimed 3,308 lives in the year 2022. Recently, insurer Travelers released the […]

Discussion on regulations in the transportation industry

The trucking industry, which relies heavily on contractors and owner-operators, how do regulations affect these groups? The delay in finalizing government regulations has sparked criticism and debates over the government’s speed of action. While some believe the government is moving too fast, others argue that regulations are too slow. Recently, representatives from the American Trucking […]

Challenges and uncertainties in the freight brokerage industry

The numbers and current state of the industry lead to the conclusion that the return of the full truckload market remains uncertain The downturn in the freight transportation sector continues to affect companies like Surge and Convoy, which have been forced to exit the business. With offer rejection rates around 4%, the first quarter of […]

Environment and freight transport: results of electrification and automation

The University of Michigan study indicates that the combination of automation and electrification can dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions The University of Michigan has published a new study, which concludes that the automation and electrification of long-haul road transport could reduce urban health and environmental damage. Released on April 22, the study finds that air […]

Proficient Auto Logistics: the merger of five auto hauler companies

The merged company would operate approximately 1,130 vehicles and trailers, with a strategy focused on expanding its customer base Five auto haulers companies plan to merge under the name Proficient Auto Logistics, aiming to become one of the leaders in North America. According to a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the […]

States seek to eliminate the sale of fossil fuel vehicles by 2035

States that have implemented regulations to achieve 100% zero-emission vehicles The path towards vehicle electrification still has a long way to go; however, some states in the U.S. are taking decisive steps to drive the transition towards phasing out fossil fuel vehicles. A prominent example is California, which has implemented the Advanced Clean Cars II […]