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U.S. DOT tackles truck parking shortage with new funding

The USDOT stated that over $4.2 billion will be allocated to 44 projects nationwide. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced on October 21 a significant step toward addressing the shortage of truck parking by including several projects in its latest funding round under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This effort is part of […]

The importance of truck weigh stations

Weigh stations are checkpoints designated by the USDOT to ensure trucks are complying with the weight limit. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) sets strict regulations on truck weight limits to maintain road conditions and, especially, to ensure driver safety. These limits require carriers to comply with the allowed quantities, and truck weigh stations have […]

In brief: modernized testing regulations, California’s fuel law, and post-hurricane road reopenings

DOT proposes changes to drug and alcohol testing regulations, California targets new fuel price law, and roads begin to reopen after hurricanes. Modernizing drug and alcohol testing regulations in transportation The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed changes to its workplace drug and alcohol testing regulations, allowing the optional use of electronic signatures, forms, […]

Top challenges facing the trucking industry in 2024: carriers vs. drivers

The economy and parking remain the top challenges for the trucking sector this year. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released its 20th annual report on the top issues in the trucking industry. This year’s list continues to include last year’s topics, such as the economy and tort reform, reflecting slower-than-expected changes. Respondents included 45% […]

Mental health in truck drivers: an urgent challenge for the transportation sector

Around 65 million Americans suffer from a mental illness, and approximately 60% of them do not receive treatment. World Mental Health Day 2024’s theme is “Mental Health in the Workplace.“ The European digital platform SNAP has issued a warning to the trucking industry about a new “silent epidemic” after evaluating levels of depression and mental […]

FMCSA stricter measures: CDL downgrade for drug and alcohol violations

A new mandate by the FMCSA will take effect on November 18. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has implemented a new mandate that will allow federal regulators to require state driver’s licensing agencies to downgrade a truck driver’s commercial driving license if they fail a drug or alcohol test and are prohibited from […]

Trucker’s guide: the best truck brands in the U.S.

The world of semi-trailers is vast, and choosing the right brand can be complicated, here’s a quick guide. The world of trucks is vast, and choosing the right brand can be complicated. To select the best one, it’s essential to consider the truck’s purpose, that is, what type of load it will be transporting, whether […]

Truckers to the rescue: lifelines in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene

The transportation industry has mobilized significantly to assist communities devastated by Hurricane Helene. Industry and governments are supporting the communities affected by Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that hit the Gulf Coast on September 26, causing over 180 deaths and widespread destruction to cities and infrastructure. By early October, seven states had declared a […]

U.S. voters to decide the future of transportation on November 5

U.S. citizens will have the opportunity to determine the future of local transportation. Elections in the United States are rapidly approaching. On November 5, citizens in several of the largest cities in the country will have the opportunity to determine the future of local transportation through their ballots. Among the cities voting are the following: […]

2024 International Roadcheck results: key insights on vehicle safety violations

Inspections in Canada, Mexico and the U.S., resulted in 9,345 vehicles being out of service. The International Roadcheck took place from May 14 to 16, with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) publishing the results. A total of 48,761 inspections were conducted in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S., resulting in 9,345 vehicles being placed out […]