Transportation Compliance News

About Government News...

Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Autonomous Helicopters Focus on Agriculture

Rotor Technologies has built two autonomous Sprayhawk helicopters and aims to have as many as 20 ready for market next year.Ā For now, Rotor is focused on the agriculture sector.

November 19, 2024
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Oil Glut Set to Thwart Trump’s Call to ā€˜Frack, Frack, Frack’

President-elect Donald Trump’s vows to ā€œfrack, frack, frackā€ are about to collide with a global crude glut that’s set to, finally, temper record shale production.

November 19, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Trump Chooses Former Congressman Sean Duffy for DOT Chief

Under Trump, DOT will take a lead role in reshaping federal infrastructure investment to align with the priorities of the incoming president and Republican congressional leaders.

November 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Four New Technologies Added for 2026 Crash Safety Ratings

The five-star crash test ratings, which most vehicles now receive, would not change under the new system. Consumers would see green check marks for vehicles with the new safety features.

November 18, 2024
GovernmentFuel

Diesel Price Drops 3Ā¢ to $3.491 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 3 cents to $3.491 a gallon in its third straight decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 18.

November 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Ford Faces NHTSA Investigations Over Recall Issues

U.S. auto safety regulators are probing two recent recalls by Ford Motor Co. as the carmaker struggles to contain quality lapses in its vehicles.

November 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Biden Administration Finalizes TSMC’s CHIPS Act Award

The Biden administration has finalized a multibillion-dollar award for TSMC. made possible by the CHIPS and Science Act, marking a major milestone for the program.Ā  Ā 

November 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Manhattan Trucks Face $14.40 Toll as Congestion Plan Begins

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority approved a revised congestion pricing plan for Manhattan that President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to terminate once he takes office.

November 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Biden Seeks $98 Billion in Hurricane Relief Funding

The administration will send its request to lawmakers on Nov. 18, according to a senior administration official who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity.

November 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessSafetyTCA

Norfolk Southern to Add Board Member in Truce With Ancora

Norfolk Southern announced it will add an independent director to its board as part of a settlement with activist investor Ancora.

November 18, 2024