Tag: transportation

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 […]

Increasing efficiency: streamlining the transportation administrative process

New bill aims to streamline Transportation Security Administration certification process without compromising safety The Modernization of Transportation Security Credentialing Act aims to streamline the process of obtaining security credentials for commercial drivers. This is achieved through easy access to multiple certifications required in the freight transportation sector. Introduced this month, the initiative aims to reduce […]

FMCSA: provisional renewal of the exemption for oversize loads

This exemption states that auto carriers operating stinger-steered transport equipment are not required to place warning flags on oversize loads. Recently, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced the provisional renewal of an exemption granted in 2019. This exemption states that auto carriers operating stinger-steered transport equipment are not required to place warning flags […]

Briefs: legislation, repairs and alert systems

Iowa and Illinois on new damage compensation legislation, Oregon on charging station repairs and Ohio on alert systems to prevent accidents. Iowa and Illinois: proposals for legislation on compensation for heavy truck damages Iowa and Illinois are examining legislation that will revise current regulations on compensation for damages related to accidents involving heavy trucks. In […]

Rail or road? ATA debate and perspective

Instead of a competition between both modes of transportation, ATA advocates for a strategy of multimodal coexistence. Amidst an ongoing debate about the effectiveness and direction of freight transportation, the recent release of statistics by Adif has once again highlighted tensions between advocates of railway and supporters of road transportation. The Association of Autonomous Truckers […]

Chancay Mega-Port: transforming trade dynamics in Peru and China

The mega-port aims to strategically position Peru between South America and Asia. The new Chinese mega-port in Chancay, Peru, promises to strengthen trade ties between South America and China. Valued at $3.5 billion and predominantly controlled by the Chinese state-owned company Cosco Shipping, this deep-water port will be China’s first in South America. It is […]

Briefs: Taxes and Budgets for Transportation in Pennsylvania, California, and Florida

Pennsylvania plans to modify electric vehicle taxes, California on bond approval and Florida designates truck parking budget Pennsylvania: Taxes for Electric Vehicles On December 11th, the House Transportation Committee voted in favor of a Senate-backed bill, with 22 votes in favor and 3 against, aiming to replace the alternative fuels tax for non-commercial electric vehicle […]