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.

Business, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Navistar Sustainability Push Gathers Steam

Navistar’s sustainability commitments go back more than 20 years, but in 2023, it has sharpened its focus.

November 30, 2023
Business, Safety

FMCSA Warning: Drivers Who Drug-Test Positive Will Lose CDLs

“By November 18, 2024, as part of new federal regulations, drivers with a ‘prohibited’ status in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse will lose or be denied their state-issued commercial driving privileges.†FMCSA warns truck drivers who drug-test positive will lose their CDLs starting late next year.

November 30, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Survey Finds EVs Less Reliable, on Average, Than Gas-Powered

Electric vehicles have proved far less reliable, on average, than gasoline-powered cars, trucks and SUVs, according to the latest survey by Consumer Reports.

November 30, 2023
Government, Business, Safety

Transportation Leaders Urge Passage of Freight Rail Bill

Policymakers are calling on congressional leaders to consider freight safety legislation as the Biden administration enhanced its commitment to supply chain connectivity.

November 29, 2023
Government, Business, Safety

FMCSA Warning: Drivers Who Drug-Test Positive Will Lose CDLs

FMCSA has issued a warning that late next year truck drivers who test positive for drug use will not only be placed on prohibited status, but will lose their commercial driver licenses.

November 28, 2023
Business, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Winterization Process Requires Preparation, Training

From treacherous road conditions to freezing temperatures, even the most conscientious drivers need to exert caution on the roads during the winter.

November 28, 2023
Technology, Safety, Global Freight

DP World Says Some Personal Employee Data Stolen in Hack

DP World Plc said workers’ personal information was stolen in the November cyberattack on the port operator’s Australian business.

November 28, 2023
Government, Safety

Airports See Record Volume and Fewer Issues for Thanksgiving

A record number of passengers traveled through U.S. airports over Thanksgiving weekend, the Transportation Security Administration said, with operations going smoothly nationwide.

November 28, 2023
Government, Safety

Snowy Weather in Northeast Looms Over Holiday Travel Rush

The late crush of holiday travelers is picking up steam, with about 2.7 million people expected to board flights on Nov. 22 and millions more planning to drive to Thanksgiving celebrations.

November 22, 2023
Government, Safety

I-10 in Los Angeles Reopens Eight Days After Fire Closure

Hard work by skilled workers and engineers, and an infusion of $3 million of federal emergency funding led to the early reopening of a stretch of Interstate 10 in Los Angeles on Nov. 19.

November 21, 2023