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3,625 cargo thefts were recorded in the U.S. and Canada in 2024

Cargo theft activity in the United States and Canada reached historic levels, increasing by 27% in 2024. The latest report from Verisk CargoNet shows that cargo theft activity in the United States and Canada reached historic levels in 2024. During the year, a total of 3,625 theft incidents were reported, marking a 27% increase compared […]

Top cities with the longest traffic times in the U.S.

A study conducted by the TomTom Traffic Index presents statistics that help identify the cities with the slowest traffic across the country. Traffic congestion in the United States has worsened in the years following the pandemic, leading to economic and time losses for drivers who face this issue daily. In a recent post, we shared […]

FMCSA wins key case against unauthorized moving company

The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California issued a final judgment against USA Logistics, Inc. for transporting household goods without proper authorization. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has achieved a significant victory in its efforts to ensure consumer safety in the moving transportation sector. On September 11, the U.S. District […]

In brief: major infrastructure upgrades in Texas, Ohio and Michigan

I-35 closure in Texas, Ohio Turnpike toll increase, and Michigan’s road funding. Closure of Interstate 35 in Austin, Texas The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reports that a section of northbound Interstate 35 in Austin, Texas, will remain closed until early next year. Started on December 2, the closure is part of the reconstruction of […]

Tips for safer nighttime driving

Adapting to nighttime driving is key to maintaining road safety. The end of daylight saving time brings an increase in nighttime driving, which raises the risk of accidents. There is an increase in fatal accidents as darkness falls due to poor visibility, so the loss of an hour of daylight in the fall can affect […]

U.S. to update vehicle safety ratings with new standards in 2026

This reform is part of a series of changes required by the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law. Starting with the 2026 model year, U.S. government vehicle safety ratings will undergo a significant update, introducing new driver assistance technologies and specific tests to protect pedestrians. This reform, announced on November 18 by the National Highway Traffic Safety […]

Winter preparation: fleet safety and best practices on the road

Snow-covered routes, rain, and low visibility make truck maintenance essential as the seasons change. For the road transport industry, winter isn’t just about staying warm. Snow-covered routes, rain, and low visibility make truck maintenance critical every time the seasons change. Snow and ice are constant threats to the safety of truck drivers, their vehicles, the […]

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 […]

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 […]

In brief: California, AB5, and the future of fuel

California to vote on transportation tax proposals, AB5 law continues to cause controversy, and EIA shares predictions of fuel prices by 2025 California voters face key decisions on transportation funding and tax proposals On November 5, California voters will decide on several tax proposals to fund transportation projects and other purposes. The cities and counties […]