Trucking infrastructure may be finally getting the federal financial backing it needed for twenty years
The Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act is a proposed bill in Congress that aims to address the shortage of safe and secure truck parking areas on the nation's highways.
OOIDA is taking another stand against California’s AB5
The controversial AB5 bill in California is facing more contention as the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) files a preliminary injunction request against the law.
$223 million in cargo stolen in 2022, according to CargoNet
Cargonet, a digital platform for logistics and transportation management, has released some staggering numbers.
Driving safety in the storms: truckers beware of icy roads
While we’re still in the dead of winter, some places are starting to see the snow melt after it dumped inches over the holidays.
Covid surges through China, again
Supply chain managers globally are likely thinking that it’s the “same old song and dance”.
Data needed: Women in Trucking analyzing gender diversity
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is researching gender diversity in the trucking industry.
2040 prediction: 400,000 hydrogen-powered ICE units
The adoption of hydrogen-powered engines in the trucking industry will depend on a number of factors, including the availability of hydrogen fuel, the development of supporting infrastructure, and the overall cost and performance of these engines compared to other alternatives.
The cannabis problem: Canadian truckers crossing the U.S. border
On a federal level, cannabis remains an illegal substance in the United States.
Federal Highway Administration announces Large Bridge Project Grants
In a move that introduced the largest dedicated investment in highway bridges since the highway system was in development, the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced the distribution of nearly $40 billion over the upcoming five years.
Autopilot or not, don’t fall asleep at the wheel
A driver of a Tesla in Bavaria, Germany awoke to quite a surprise on the A70 autobahn near the town of Bamberg, when he realized his vehicle was being chased by police.
Effective Jan. 1st, Canadian truckers must comply with new ELD enforcement
While the new ELD mandate doesn’t modify any of the underlying rules in place for hours-of-service (HOS) requirements, Canadian provinces and territories now have the authority to monitor vehicles and issue citations based on ELD data.
NYC nonprofit opens first legal retail marijuana shop
At the corner of Astor Place and Broadway in Greenwich Village, Housing Works has begun its newest line of business: weed sales.
DOL proposed redefinition of independent contractors would rescind late Trump-era 2021 Independent Contractor Rule
The Department of Labor has proposed changes regarding the definition of independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Kansas section of the Keystone Pipeline is back online 3 weeks post-spill
Canada-based T.C. Energy issued repairs, inspection, and testing before bringing the damaged section back online after the incident in early December.
New $1.7 trillion spending bill includes new rules for CMV safety
On December 29th, Congress passed the federal spending bill that will keep the government operating fiscally through September.
China’s Covid variants are “fairly unknown” to the U.S., says former FDA commissioner
Scott Gottlieb spoke on CNBC’s ‘Closing Bell: Overtime’ in response to the latest Covid rules laid out by the United States federal government.
Alaska is granted exemption from certain CDL technique tests
Due to much of Alaska being remote communities, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy asked that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration waive certain testing requirements for their drivers that will not be necessary for them driving through most areas of the state.
Don’t underestimate the dangers of ransomware affecting your supply chain
More often than not, cybercriminals are counting on a company’s leadership being ignorant of the destruction that can be wreaked on the company’s internal systems.
Global food businesses will likely thrive in 2023 due to better risk management strategies
Input and product costs have increased after Russia’s war on Ukraine and strict Covid-19 policies, but the ongoing labor crisis has also played a role in the food industry’s new flexibility.
Truck thefts are on the rise in California, Texas, and Georgia
According to CargoNet, a total loss value of $6,033.572 has already been recorded between August 1st and December 14th of 2022.
