transportation industry archivos - Page 8 of 35

The fight against license plate flippers

Several U.S. states intensify legal efforts against license plate flippers. Several U.S. states are stepping up legal efforts to combat the use of devices known as license plate flippers, amid a significant rise in their use to evade traffic enforcement and legal penalties. These devices, whether manual, electric, or mechanical, allow drivers to hide or […]

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters: the face of the truckers’ union movement

To commemorate Labor Day, we tell the story of one of the most influential organizations in the trucking industry: the Teamsters. Labor Day in the United States (Labor Day) was established in 1882 as a way to recognize the social and economic achievements of American workers and the country’s Labor Movement. This date celebrates the […]

Supply chain security: NMFTA highlights cyber risks from imported tech

The NMFTA’s cybersecurity director warned the sector about the security risks posed by dependence on Chinese-made technological components. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has issued a new security warning to trucking companies regarding the growing cybersecurity risks associated with the use of technology manufactured in China, according to a report by Commercial Carrier […]

The states leading in brake violations

CVSA Brake Safety Week is in effect from August 24 to 30, 2025, and these are the states with the most brake violations during 2024. CVSA Brake Safety Week is in effect from August 24 to 30, 2025. This year, the inspection campaign will focus on the safety of brake systems across North America, with […]

FMCSA grants new exemption for the use of paper copies of medical certificates

CDL and CLP holders, as well as transporters, may now use the physical copy of medical certificates for an extended period of up to 60 days from the date of issuance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a modification to the exemption issued on July 14 regarding the use of printed copies […]

Mack Pioneer: the new era of Mack Trucks enters production

The Mack Pioneer combines advanced aerodynamic design, remarkable driver comfort, and improved fuel efficiency. The official production of the new Mack Pioneer was announced this Wednesday by Mack Trucks. According to the statement, the new highway truck will be manufactured at the Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) plant, located in Macungie, Pennsylvania. This model, which was […]

The real cost of the truck parking crisis

The truck parking problem is costing the trucking industry $100 billion in productivity. A recent report published by Truck Parking Research reveals a harsh truth about the lack of truck parking: this issue results in an annual loss of $100 billion in productivity. Although the United States has a total of 23.4 million suitable truck […]

Used Class 8 truck prices rise 10% after two years of stagnation

ACT Research reported an increase in the average retail price of used Class 8 trucks during the month of June. For the first time in two and a half years, ACT Research reported an increase in the average retail price of used Class 8 trucks during the month of June. The average price reached $60,324, […]

NMFTA to integrate SSC into its Digital Standards Development Council

The SSC will be incorporated into the DSDC, an NMFTA initiative aimed at digital standardization in freight transportation. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has announced that it will officially take over the administration of the Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC). With this integration, the SSC will become part of the Digital Standards Development Council […]

No English, No Trucking: FMCSA pulls over 1,200 drivers

The FMCSA has reported that more than 1,200 truck drivers have been removed from U.S. highways for lack of English. In April, the Department of Transportation announced it would reinstate the mandatory enforcement of English language proficiency (ELP) for all truck drivers in the United States. Through a two-step evaluation process, the Federal Motor Carrier […]