Trucking Industry Safety News

About 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.

GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics

Hawaii 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, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafety

2014 NTDC Grand Champion Langenhahn Ready for Encore

Wisconsin grand champ Jeffrey Langenhahn, competing in the twins class, is one of two former NTDC grand champions taking the course this year in Columbus, Ohio.

August 17, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafety

NTDC Truckers Show They Have the Write Stuff

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Difficult. Overwhelming. Tough. Hard. These were commonly heard descriptions from drivers about the written exam at this year’s “Super Bowl of Safety.â€

August 17, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafety

ATA Kicks Off Annual Safety Showcase

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The National Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Championships — featuring 421 elite drivers — kicked off with messages from industry and government officials.

August 16, 2023
BusinessSafety

Hermida Anticipates Training, Focus Will Blossom at NTDC

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A surprising new sentiment stirs for FedEx Freight’s Luis Hermida: anticipation. This year’s NTDC  is finally here, and Hermida, competing in the twins class, is determined to display his talents.

August 16, 2023
EquipmentSafety

NTDC Spotlight: Roland Bolduc, Part 4

Roland Bolduc of FedEx Express will set his sights on his third NTDC title this week. He'll be packing inspiration — and some dogged determination — when he takes the course.

August 15, 2023
EquipmentSafety

David Fountain Finds Connections, Camaraderie at NTDC

For FedEx Express’ David Fountain, the grand champion from South Carolina, connecting with fellow drivers is the true essence of American Trucking Associations' annual safety showcase. 

August 15, 2023
BusinessSafety

2023 NTDC Photo Gallery

Images from the 2023 National Truck Driving & Step Van Driving Championships in Columbus, Ohio, Aug. 16-19, 2023, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

August 15, 2023
BusinessSafety

UPS’ Christensens Step Up in the Step Van

For Ceth Christensen, camaraderie and building a congenial bond is the essence of the National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships.

August 14, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafetyFuel

Nikola to Halt Sales, Recall Trucks After Battery Fires

All the Class 8 Tre battery-electric trucks Nikola Motor sold or sent to potential customers for testing are being recalled, the company said.

August 14, 2023