Trucking Industry Safety News

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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.

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STB Searches for Answers About Freight Rail Delays

The U.S. Surface Transportation Board began two days of emergency public hearings April 26 to try to find ways to loosen the still-jammed supply chain.

April 27, 2022
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Bill to End Predatory Towing Goes Before Maryland Governor

Despite strong opposition from the towing industry, Maryland truckers are optimistic the governor will sign a bill to end predatory towing practices on highways under the jurisdiction of the state police.

April 26, 2022
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US Senate Transportation Leader Touts Biden Emissions Program

The leader of the transportation policy committee in the U.S. Senate endorsed the Biden administration’s latest initiative to curb emissions through a comprehensive funding program.

April 26, 2022
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Local Leaders Embrace White House Rural Infrastructure Plan

Rural communities across the country are participating through the National League of Cities in a White House virtual initiative to learn more about gaining access to federal infrastructure funds.

April 25, 2022
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2022 State Championships

Photos from state truck driving championships leading up to the 2022 National Truck Driving and Step Van Driving Championships.

April 25, 2022
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Transportation Sector Rallies to Provide Help to Ukrainians

The transportation industry has stepped up to assist the people of Ukraine in the wake of Russia’s invasion of the country that triggered a refugee crisis.

April 22, 2022
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Louisiana Champ Courville Promotes Mental Toughness

With the road to the National Truck Driving Championships underway, a familiar face at the main tournament has already qualified.

April 22, 2022
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Learn to Leverage Technology and Data to Help Mitigate Your Risk

Program Aired: April 21, 2022. Managing compliance is critical in a landscape of nuclear verdicts and company-crushing audit violation penalties. 

April 21, 2022
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Amazon to Invest $1 Billion in Logistics, Robotics Companies

Amazon.com Inc. says it plans to invest $1 billion in companies developing technologies in logistics, supply chain management and safety, as the retailer seeks to keep an eye on new ideas that might aid its core business.

April 21, 2022
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Pennsylvania Lawyer Employs Creative Strategy in Crash Case

Attorney Doug Marcello of Carlisle, Pa., recently had an opportunity to deploy a unique legal strategy to help avoid the potential for a multimillion dollar “nuclear” verdict.

April 20, 2022