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States Challenge FHWA’s Emission Performance Measures

States argue that they lack the necessary authority to assess such emissions. Performance measures related to emissions continue to generate debate, controversy, and legal conflicts with the Biden administration. A few months ago, it was revealed that several states were preparing a lawsuit to challenge the established provisions. Both state transportation departments and metropolitan planning […]

Briefs: California Extends Truck Registration Deadline, FMCSA Considers Exemptions, and Announces 2024 Fine Increases

Clean Truck Check Program, rest break exemptions and inflation-adjusted fines for 2024 California extends the registration deadline for trucks operating within its territory. On Tuesday, December 26, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced an extension of the deadline for trucks to register in the state’s Clean Truck Check program, now set until January 31, […]

Volvo’s FH Electric, Truck of the Year 2024

Volvo’s FH Electric pioneering the future of sustainable trucking Volvo Trucks’ FH Electric heavy truck was honored with the prestigious title of “International Truck of the Year for 2024” at a ceremony held during the Solutrans Transport Show in Lyon, France. This annual recognition is awarded to a truck introduced to the market in the […]

Notable downfalls of 2023: A year of political, business and academic turmoil

Erroneous choices that led to professional failures in the U.S. The year 2023 was marked by political, historical, and sociocultural events resulting from individuals wielding the power to make decisions affecting millions. Some of these figures not only exercised their decision-making capacity but made erroneous choices, leading to professional failures that marked the end of […]

Challenges and Advancements in the Adoption of Electric Trucks in 2023

The year 2023 witnessed significant challenges and notable advancements in the adoption of battery electric trucks Throughout 2023, the adoption of battery electric trucks experienced slower growth than anticipated, facing challenges in demand and infrastructure, according to executives from original equipment manufacturers. Rakesh Aneja from Daimler Truck North America emphasized the need for technological advancements, […]

Safety, Retention, and Transparency in US Road Transportation

Ramaswamy’s vision for the trucking industry Vivek Ramaswamy, Republican presidential candidate, unveiled his road transportation platform at Iowa 80 on the evening of December 21. At the renowned “World’s Largest Truck Stop,” Ramaswamy shared his insights on the current state of the trucking industry in the United States, which represents an economic movement of $875 […]

Automakers resist massive airbag recall amidst safety concerns

General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co., are resisting pressure from U.S. regulators Car manufacturers, such as General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co., are resisting pressure from U.S. regulators to carry out a massive recall of up to 52 million airbag inflators. ARC airbags are used in vehicles from GM, Ford, Stellantis NV, Tesla […]

Broker Fraud: trucking industry challenges and regulations

This situation significantly impacts small businesses and independent drivers Broker fraud costs the trucking industry up to $800 million annually. Representative Mike Bost voiced the issue of broker fraud in the trucking industry during a recent House subcommittee hearing. Bost thoroughly analyzed the situation and explained how this scam operates. There are individuals posing as […]

Recruitment and retention for truck drivers in 2023

It is anticipated that the freight transportation sector may recover in the first quarter of 2024 In 2020, the pandemic brought about an increase in the demand for freight transportation, consequently creating a greater need for truck drivers capable of handling the challenging required work. The demand for professional truck drivers has continued to show […]

No, it’s no!: FMCSA issued an advisory regarding sexual assaults committed in a CMV

FMCSA issued an advisory regarding sexual assaults committed in a CMV.