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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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Elon Musk Unveils Tesla鈥檚 Cybercab

LOS ANGELES 鈥 Tesla unveiled its long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood studio Oct. 10, though fans of the electric vehicle maker will have to wait until at least 2026 before they are available.

October 11, 2024
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FMCSA OKs Carrier Exemptions for Pulsating Brake Light Tech

Since May, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has given the OK for at least seven motor carriers to deploy the Intellistop braking system for up to five years, with restrictions.

October 10, 2024
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FHWA Releases $134M for Hurricane Helene Road Repairs

The emergency funding aims to expedite recovery in North Carolina, Tennessee and South Carolina, which are grappling with widespread destruction left by Hurricane Helene.

October 10, 2024
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CEO Says Uber Will Prioritize Autonomous Safety

Uber Technologies Inc. is prioritizing safety over profits as it develops its autonomous driving fleet, says CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.

October 10, 2024
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Hurricane Milton Pounds Cities as It Plows Across Florida

TAMPA, Fla. 鈥 Hurricane Milton barreled into the Atlantic Ocean on Oct. 10 after plowing across Florida, pounding cities with ferocious winds and rain, and whipping up a barrage of tornadoes.聽

October 10, 2024
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Honda Recalls 1.7 Million Vehicles Due to Steering Glitch

Honda Motor Co. is recalling nearly 1.7 million of its popular CR-V and HR-V SUVs and Civic and Acura Integra sedans because they鈥檙e at risk of steering trouble while in motion.

October 9, 2024
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'This Is It' as Hurricane Milton Closes In on Florida

TAMPA, Fla. 鈥 Hurricane Milton hurled rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds at the U.S. coast Oct. 9 on the storm's steady, potentially catastrophic march toward Florida.

October 9, 2024
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What to Know About Hurricane Milton鈥檚 Storm Surge Threat

Now that Hurricane Milton, a storm more powerful than Helene, is heading straight for the same region, what can residents expect? 鈥淲orse. Much worse,鈥 one former FEMA director said.

October 8, 2024
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EPA to Enforce Warehouse Emission Regulations in California

The EPA鈥檚 recent approval of a California law forcing warehouses to reduce emissions or pay mitigation fees tied to truck deliveries now provides stronger enforcement options.

October 8, 2024
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Gatik AI Partners With Experts for Autonomous Safety Audit

The evaluation examines multiple facets of operations, from the core self-driving component to the ecosystem of supporting services.

October 8, 2024