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The 2024 Postal Traffic Fatality Notification Act

Contracted carriers and Postal Service employees must report these incidents within three days of the accident The House of Representatives has passed the 2024 Postal Traffic Fatality Notification Act, a legislative measure designed to address concerns about road safety associated with the United States Postal Service. The bill, introduced by Congressman Gerry Connolly, a Democrat […]

The 7 states with the best roads in the U.S.

Based on investment, quality and accident rate, these are the states with the best roads The United States prides itself on its extensive network of roads traversing diverse landscapes, from majestic mountains to vast plains and deserts. However, not all roads are equal in terms of quality and safety for drivers. ConsumerAffairs, relying on data […]

6 bridge collisions in the United States

Incidents between ships and bridges that have left their mark on maritime transport On March 26th, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after colliding with a 948-foot-long container ship, which lost power during its journey. The incident led to the closure of one of the busiest ports in the United States, while rescue […]

A tale of fools: the history of April Fools’ Day

The tradition dates back to Renaissance Europe and possibly to Roman times April 1 marks April Fools’ Day for some, a date that invites pranks among friends, family, coworkers, and even entertainment industry personalities. The exact origin of this tradition is unknown to historians; however, it is known to date back to the European Renaissance […]

Increase in U.S. producer prices in february

The acceleration of producer prices in February suggests that inflation could remain high in the spring During the month of February, producer prices in the United States experienced a sharper increase than anticipated, raising concerns about a potential acceleration of inflation in the country. The Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Department of Labor released […]

275,000 new jobs registered in February in the U.S.

A much higher number than the 229,000 added in January In February, the United States once again saw a month of robust hiring, adding an impressive total of 275,000 new jobs. This figure notably exceeds the 229,000 jobs added in January. Despite a slight increase of two-tenths in the unemployment rate, reaching 3.9%, it remains […]

The journey of trucking in the United States

A brief history of the progress and development of trucking in the U.S. The history of road transportation in the United States is a tale of technological progress and labor development spanning over a century. From the early trucks that emerged in the late 19th century to the present day, this evolution has been a […]

Super Tuesday: U.S. primary elections begin

On March 5th, multiple states hold their primary elections simultaneously. The 2024 presidential elections in the United States are drawing closer. Today, Tuesday, March 5th, marks a crucial phase of the presidential primaries, known as “Super Tuesday.” On this date, multiple states hold their primary elections simultaneously. The leading candidates, Democrat Joe Biden and former […]

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 […]

Will we get to the moon? Space exploration in the U.S.

Intuitive Machines carried out an attempt to land on the Moon. A spacecraft built and operated by Intuitive Machines, based in Houston, attempted a lunar landing, representing the first American attempt in over half a century and the first solely by a private company. The lander robot, named Odysseus, departed from lunar orbit headed for […]