Charging excessive prices for motor fuel, transportation, freight and other necessities is now illegal in two counties under the state of emergency due to ongoing wildfires.
January 14, 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.
US Final Rule Bans Smart Cars With Russian, Chinese Tech
The Biden administration has finalized a rule that effectively bans new personal smart cars with Chinese and Russian technology from American roads.
January 14, 2025Aurora Fights FMCSA Ruling on Hazard Warnings
Aurora Innovation, a maker of self-driving tech for trucks, is fighting FMCSA's decision to deny the company an alternative means to comply with safety rules that typically require a human being.
January 13, 2025Winter Storm Prompts States of Emergency Across South
DALLAS — A powerful storm that dumped heavy snow and glazed roads with ice across Texas and Oklahoma lumbered eastward into southern states, prompting governors to declare states of emergency.
January 10, 2025Cargo Ship Runs Aground in Delaware River Near Philadelphia
The Coast Guard was called to the scene around 6:30 p.m. Jan. 8 when the Algoma Verity — a 623-foot long bulk carrier — ran aground just north of the Ben Franklin Bridge.
January 9, 2025CES Showcases Advances in AI, Truck Safety
LAS VEGAS — From autonomous trucks to enhanced driver visibility in the cab, the commercial vehicle technologies on display at CES 2025 provided a potential glimpse into trucking’s future.
January 9, 2025Darren Schulte Named Interim CEO of Natso
Schulte takes over as the organization transitions from Lisa Mullings’ two-decade tenure. Mullings announced in December that she would step down at the end of 2024.
January 8, 2025AI, Holograms, EVs Shaping Future In-Cabin Experiences
Automakers pulled out all the stops to showcase their latest advances for in-vehicle experiences at CES, the Consumer Technology Association’s annual trade show of all things tech.
January 8, 2025New N.C. Governor Acts on Hurricane-Damaged Roads, Bridges
In one of his first acts as North Carolina’s new leader, Gov. Josh Stein signed an executive order to complete repairs on 8,000 roads and bridges that sustained damage during Hurricane Helene.
January 7, 2025Ford Recalls 295,000 Diesel Trucks Over Fuel Pump Issue
Several makes and models of Ford trucks have been recalled over possibly a defective fuel pump that can cause a loss of power and increase the risk of a crash.
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