Lightning eMotors, a Loveland, Colo.-based manufacturer and seller of electric vehicles for commercial fleets, has been certified under the ābuy Americaā program, making its products eligible for federal grants designed to help electrify the nationās transportation.
February 21, 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 whatās happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
Lightning eMotors Capitalizes on Federal Electric Truck Incentives
Brian Schatz of Hawaii to Lead Senate Funding Panel
The panel responsible for drafting funding legislation for federal transportation programs and operations will be led by Sen. Brian Schatz, the chamberās leaders announced recently.
February 21, 2023Business Activity Steadies in February, Boosted by Services Increase
U.S. business activity steadied in February as the service sector regained its footing, suggesting a resilient economy that is keeping some pricing power intact.
February 21, 2023Volkswagen Emission Software is Faulty, German Court Rules
A Volkswagen AG Golf model that regulates polluting emissions based on the outside temperature doesnāt comply with the law, a German court ruled.
February 21, 2023Iowa Has New Overweight Permit Law for Emergencies
Iowa has a new law on its books allowing state and local officials to exempt overweight permits from load limits so truckers can move heavier loads in emergencies.
February 21, 2023Alaska Governor Seeks New Freight Corridor Bridges
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy wants to replace five aging bridges in a $117 million package of budget amendments introduced Feb. 15 to the state Legislature.
February 17, 2023New Jersey Hits Pedal to Speed Up Clean Energy by 2035
New Jerseyās governor issued orders to accelerate 100% clean energy by 2035 and offer new incentives for heavy-duty electric vehicles.
February 17, 2023Perspective: State of the Union Highlights Trucking
ATA Chairman Dan Van Alstine shares his takeaways and experiences after attending the State of the Union.Ā
February 17, 2023Interest Grows in Pennsylvaniaās Grant Program to Electrify Fleets
Pennsylvaniaās new $12.7 million environmental grant program to electrify freight truck fleets is generating interest from municipal and commercial truck fleet owners.
February 17, 2023Tesla Recalls More Than 362,000 Cars Due to Self-Driving Crash Risk
Tesla Inc. is recalling 362,758 vehicles due to a crash risk associated with its so-called Full Self-Driving Beta software, according to U.S. authorities.
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