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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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EPA Moves to Block California鈥檚 Roadside Emissions Checks

This time EPA is targeting the California Air Resources Board鈥檚 Clean Truck Check law, also known as the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program.

August 26, 2025
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Mack Begins Pioneer Tractor Production at Macungie Plant

Mack hopes the Pioneer 鈥 with a more aerodynamic shape than its predecessor, the Anthem 鈥 will help revitalize the company's fortunes in the longhaul segment of the truck market.

August 26, 2025
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Trump Threatens 3 States Over English Enforcement for Drivers

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the states will lose money from the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program if they don鈥檛 comply with the rules within 30 days.

August 26, 2025
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Florida Launches Immigration Checks at Weigh Stations

鈥淚f you come through these inspection stations and you are an illegal or breaking the law you will be handed over to our local or federal law enforcement partners,鈥 a Florida official said.

August 25, 2025
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NHTSA Investigates Honda Engine Failure Risks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it鈥檚 aware of about 3,000 complaints alleging that 3.5 liter V-6 engines in Honda and Acura vehicles from the 2016 through 2020 model years failed because of faulty connecting rod bearings.

August 25, 2025
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Undocumented Driver Accused in Florida Crash Is Denied Bond

The crash sparked a clash between DHS and California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom over Harjinder Singh, a native of India, obtaining a work permit and driver鈥檚 license in the state.

August 25, 2025
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David Comings Living the Dream as NTDC Grand Champion

FedEx Freight driver David Comings of North Dakota envisioned himself as being a champion trucker, and now he's living the dream after winning it all at NTDC 2025.

August 23, 2025
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FedEx Founder Fred Smith Fondly Remembered at NTDC

The FedEx family is honoring its founder, the late Fred W. Smith, at NTDC, and competing drivers reflect on how his dedication to safety helped shape their professional careers.

August 22, 2025
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FMCSA Extends Waiver for Paper Medical Certifications

The Aug. 21 extension offers a reprieve to drivers in the 12 states that missed a June deadline for transitioning to electronic medical certifications.

August 22, 2025
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Langenhahn, Reed Among Cadre of Returning NTDC Champions

Six former grand champions entered in the 88th annual Super Bowl of trucking safety are among the 425 competitors vying for a national title in Minneapolis.

August 21, 2025