An appeals court has rejected a challenge by a group of trade and energy organizations to block California’s low-carbon fuel standard aimed at reducing the rate of greenhouse gas emissions in the state’s transportation sector.
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Fleets Eye Camera Systems to Replace Mirrors
Camera monitor systems designed to replace a truck’s conventional side mirrors are getting favorÂable reviews from drivers, according to execÂutives at fleets that are testing the new technology, which also recently received a nod of approval from federal regulators.
January 25, 2019CARB Aggressively Pursues Tougher NOx and PM Emissions Reductions
California environmental regulators are aggressively moving forward with plans to require significant reductions in nitrogen oxides and particulate matter emissions for heavy trucks, improvements in “real time” on-board diagnostics, and lengthening the “useful life,” durability and warranty periods for heavy trucks.
January 24, 2019US Sanctions on Venezuelan Oil Could Benefit China, India
If the United States decides to deploy a slate of sanctions that it is said to have drafted against the Latin American nation, American refiners would be forced to cease purchases. That may mean more supply becomes available for the OPEC producer’s other big customers: China and India.
January 24, 2019Jobless Claims Fall to 49-Year Low Despite Shutdown
Filings for U.S. unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level since 1969, signaling the labor market remains tight despite the partial federal-government shutdown.
January 24, 2019Mayors, Ambassadors Discuss Advancing NAFTA Replacement Deal
WASHINGTON — Officials representing the United States, Canada and Mexico expressed support for advancing the treaty that is meant to serve as a replacement for the North American Free Trade Agreement.
January 23, 2019TRB Truck Size and Weight Panel Faces Political Headwinds Over Heavier, Larger Trucks
WASHINGTON — Members of the Transportation Research Board’s Truck Size and Weight Committee said they continue to face stiff headwinds to garner public and political support for heavier and longer trucks, despite evidence that demonstrates the potential for reducing carbon emissions and increasing cargo efficiency.
January 23, 2019Opinion: Trucking Can Help Fight Human Trafficking
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, but the trucking industry must commit all year to continuing to address the human trafficking crisis happening in our communities from coast to coast, says Sherri Garner Brumbaugh.
January 23, 2019Texas, California, Florida Best States for Job Creation in 2018, Labor Stats Show
Texas, California and Florida created more than 200,000 jobs in 2018, according to employment data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
January 23, 2019Mayors Call for Infrastructure Deal, Federal Cooperation
WASHINGTON — Pursuing a federal infrastructure package is a top priority for mayors this year, according to Steve Benjamin, mayor of Columbia, S.C.
January 23, 2019