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The present and future of autonomous trucks in the transportation industry

The landscape indicates that autonomous trucks are on track to become an integral part of the transportation industry in the years to come. Over the past few years, autonomous road transport has emerged as a promising frontier, blending economic benefits and safety improvements. A steady influx of new companies and technology firms has focused on […]

Briefs: DRIVE Act, legislation against abusive towing and diesel pricing

A compilation of news about the trucking industry. States pass bills regarding predatory towing Legislation regarding predatory towing is being reviewed in several state chambers to protect consumers, especially truck drivers. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has been working with states to implement standards that safeguard truckers from unauthorized towing. In Florida, bill HB179 […]

Michigan company fined for violating Clean Air Act

Diesel Freak, LLC sentenced to pay $75,000 for disabling emission control devices. In a recent verdict, a diesel engine repair and electronic component modification workshop based in Michigan has been ordered to pay a substantial fine of $750,000 for its involvement in an illicit scheme involving disabling emission control devices on hundreds of trucks over […]

6 retro trucks, from classic icons to modern giants

On National Retro Day, we present a compilation of retro trucks ranging from 1940 to 2004. According to the U.S. national calendar, February 27th is National Retro Day. This date was established by Hermelinda A. Aguilar, Robert, and Tina Duran with the purpose of reminiscing about life before social media, smartphones, and the internet as […]

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 […]

Dispute in The Acreage: heavy trucks won’t be allowed to park

A debate over heavy truck parking broke out in this Florida county. The Acreage, a census-designated community in Palm Beach County, Florida, finds itself in the midst of intense debate due to a recent ordinance establishing weight limits for trucks operating in the area. Previously used as parking by state and interstate truckers, the community […]

Turbulent waters of the 2024 freight transportation market

The year 2024 has begun with multiple challenges in the freight transportation industry. DAT Freight & Analytics reports that the road freight transportation market continues to show sluggishness, even in February. This trend is attributed to decreased demand and the ongoing reduction in fleet capacity. Contradictory signals are observed in the market, influenced by post-pandemic […]

Clean Trucks Phase 3 Plan: Challenges and Opinions

Heavy Vehicle Leadership Group, carriers and the future of EPA’s Phase 3. As transportation organizations grapple with proposed environmental regulations for heavy-duty trucks, vehicle manufacturers and suppliers are backing the Clean Trucks Plan. While they view the initiative favorably, both groups see the lack of recharging infrastructure as a challenge to meeting the goals of […]

Recruiting challenges in the transportation industry and how to navigate them

Volatility in the industry presents a challenge for recruitment strategies. The freight transportation industry experienced a recession last year due to the economic situation in the United States, which particularly affected hiring and retention rates. Earlier this year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics recorded an increase in sector hirings; however, the possibility of future decreases […]

Diesel price exceeds $4.00 in the US

This marks the first time since early December 2023 that prices have exceeded $4. During the first month of 2024, diesel prices remained steady or saw slight increases. However, during the initial week of February 12th, there was a significant increase in average prices across the United States. According to data from the Energy Administration, […]