A civil action against FTS International Services remains one of dozens of so-called ānuclearā verdicts against motor carriers, defined as awards in excess of $10 million, that in recent years have been on a steep rise.
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Trucking Offered Measure of Stability in Diesel Revenue as Pandemic Caused Gas Tax Revenue to Tank
In addition to essential supplies, truck drivers during the pandemic provided a service that is less tangible but no less important: boosting revenue for state transportation departments.
November 20, 2020China Pushes Ahead With Hydrogen, Defying Skeptics Like Elon Musk
China, the worldās biggest market for electric vehicles, isnāt so quick to dismiss the alternative to batteries. Officials are promoting the development of hydrogen-powered cars, trucks and buses, with Beijing offering to reward cities that achieve adoption targets.
November 20, 2020Wisconsin DOT Launches Online Fleet Management Tool
The Wisconsin Department of Transportationās Division of Motor Vehicles recently launched an online program to help companies manage their fleets.
November 20, 2020NHTSA Seeking Input on Autonomous Vehicle Rules
The U.S. governmentās road safety agency is asking for public comment on how it should regulate safe deployment of self-driving vehicles.
November 19, 2020US Airlines Warn of Weakening Demand Ahead of Holiday Travel
The holiday travel rebound U.S. airlines were anticipating is starting to wobble.
November 19, 2020FMCSA Clarifies Terms for Ag Haulers, Farmers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration published an interim final rule clarifying some definitions associated with agricultural goods.
November 19, 2020Ports on Both Coasts Report Volume Surge in October
With a surge in imports, the nationās ports are reporting record or near-record activity as warehouses and stores restock eight-plus months into the COVID-19 pandemic.
November 19, 2020Initial Jobless Claims Rise for First Time in Five Weeks
Applications for U.S. state unemployment benefits rose for the first time in five weeks and remained well above pre-COVID levels, suggesting the labor market recovery is slowing amid a surging pandemic and fresh business restrictions.
November 19, 2020Trucking Case Against Ocean Carriers Can Advance, Judge Rules
A case that alleges ocean carriers are overcharging truckers for use of container chassis at ports will proceed after a judge denied a request for dismissal filed by the defendants.
November 19, 2020