The UPS cargo plane crash on Nov. 4 at the company’s global aviation hub in Kentucky, which killed at least 12, will temporarily disrupt the supply chain and result in some shipping delays.
November 5, 2025Trucking Industry Safety News
Transportation businesses face a host of dynamic risk issues that can significantly impact their financial and operational health. The news in this category focuses on the latest safety and security initiatives, resources and regulations and addresses topics that include fleet safety, claims administration, driver hiring and retention, risk management and compliance.
California Disputes FMCSA on Non-Domiciled CDL Compliance
DOT Secretary Sean Duffy has accused California of having the most “egregious” licensing situation of any state, with 25% of its non-domiciled CDLs in violation of federal rules.
November 5, 2025Lawmakers Urge DOT Crackdown on Fraudulent CDL Mills
Members of Congress are urging DOT to investigate so-called CDL mills and enforce English proficiency rules as part of broader efforts to improve driver training and highway safety.
November 4, 2025Duffy Warns of 'Mass Chaos' in Skies if Shutdown Continues
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy predicted Nov. 4 that there could be chaos in the skies next week if the government shutdown drags on and air traffic controllers miss a second paycheck.
November 4, 2025Stellantis Recalls 320,000 Hybrid Jeeps in US on Fire Risk
High-voltage battery packs in Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee models may have been built with cells susceptible to separator damage, according to a notice posted to NHTSA’s website.
November 4, 2025Tesla Owner Complaints Rise in US Door-Handle Defect Probe
NHTSA opened the defect investigation Sept. 15, citing nine complaints submitted as far back as July 2023. Several parents said they were unable to open the Tesla doors to retrieve a child.
November 3, 2025Suit Claims Faulty Tesla Doors Led to Deaths in Fiery Crash
NHTSA disclosed in September that it’s investigating whether some Tesla doors are defective, citing incidents in which exterior handles stopped working and trapped occupants inside.
November 3, 2025Hackers, Crime Rings Team Up on Cargo Theft, Report Finds
Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint said hackers are targeting trucking carriers and freight brokers, seeking to infect their computer networks with tools that provide remote access.
November 3, 2025Largest Fleet of Police Cybertrucks to Patrol Las Vegas
The donation has raised concerns from government oversight experts about private donors’ influence on public departments and the boost to the Tesla brand.
November 3, 2025From Tug of War to Unified Crew
Retail fleets face a productivity vs. safety tug-of-war. Learn how the Geotab open platform aligns these priorities. By integrating predictive safety, smart routing, and proactive maintenance, you create a unified crew that cuts accident costs and boosts operational efficiency.
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