General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has agreed to cut its fleet of San Francisco robotaxis in half as authorities investigate two recent crashes in the city.
August 19, 2023Transportation Compliance 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.
Cruise to Cut San Francisco Fleet in Half After Crashes
Equipment Financing Industry Confidence Increases in August
Confidence in the prospects for the equipment finance market rose in August, with fewer leaders expecting weaker conditions, according to the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation.
August 18, 2023USDOT Names 2 New Marine Highway Systems
Two new marine highway systems have added 250 miles to the Ohio River system and 6,500 miles of Alaskan waterways to the national transportation system to improve freight shipments.
August 18, 2023Florida Slow to Respond to Truck Parking Need Along I-4
Truck parking is a well-documented nationwide problem, but along Central Florida's heavily congested Interstate 4, the issue is particularly acute, with little relief in sight.Â
August 18, 2023Georgia Tax Revenue Rises on Restarted Motor Fuel Taxes
Georgia’s reinstatement this year of motor fuel taxes helped the state collect 13.1% more revenue to reach nearly $2.5 billion in July compared with the previous year.
August 18, 2023Hawaii Ports Tackle Relief Efforts, Container Congestion
Hawaii has temporarily waived Kahului Harbor wharfage fees for inbound cargo to help relief efforts after the devastating Lahaina fire in Maui on Aug. 8.
August 17, 2023Estes Offers $1.3 Billion for Yellow Terminals
Estes Express Lines is in line to buy the terminals of bankrupt less-than-truckload rival Yellow Corp. after submitting a $1.3 billion bid, a court heard Aug. 17.
August 17, 2023San Francisco Wants Halt to Cruise, Waymo Expansion Ruling
San Francisco asked California regulators Aug. 16 to halt its approval of Cruise’s and Waymo’s unrestricted commercial expansion in the city, arguing the city “will suffer serious harm.â€Â
August 17, 2023New Fee Structure Part of Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolling Plan
Truckers traveling along the Pennsylvania Turnpike will notice big changes, from modernized tolling infrastructure without toll plazas or booths and new fee structures starting in 2025.
August 16, 2023Auto Parts Maker Shinhwa Plans Expansion at Alabama Facility
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — An auto parts supplier plans a $114 million investment to expand its facility in Alabama to support the production of electric vehicle parts, Gov. Kay Ivey’s office announced Aug. 15.
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