Julie Su, the nominee for Labor Secretary, remains under scrutiny regarding AB5
Julie Su, President Biden's nominee for Labor Secretary, faced additional scrutiny during her testimony before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce regarding her role in California's controversial worker classification law, AB5.
GM's electric vehicles to tap into Tesla's expansive charging network
General Motors (GM) has announced that its electric vehicles (EVs) will be able to use Tesla's extensive charging network starting in early 2024.
Chief Supply Chain Officers are addressing inventory challenges in their organizations
Bill Benton, the co-founder of Gains, highlights the reasons why planning processes often fail to effectively address inventory challenges.
Union Pacific and BNSF have introduced new intermodal services at Port Houston
Union Pacific and BNSF, two of the largest rail carriers in the United States, have introduced new intermodal services at Port Houston, transforming the logistics landscape for transporting goods to key U.S. markets.
Eliminating Ineffective Safety Regulations: OOIDA's Spencer Calls for Reform
During a meeting of the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee, Todd Spencer, President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), urged the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to assess the effectiveness of existing safety regulations.
A recent study has shown more truck drivers are dying from not using seat belts
The lack of seat belt use among truck drivers is a growing concern for federal regulators, evident from the recent fatality data.
Ticket camera regulations are being discussed in legislative sessions across 11 states
Ticket camera regulations are currently a hot topic in 11 statehouses across the United States.
Supply chain frustration continues to mount as labor issues persist at West Coast ports
Despite the reopening of West Coast ports, issues persist with labor slowdowns and shift closures.
Norfolk Southern has become the first railroad in North America to provide paid sick time to everyone
Norfolk Southern has become the first major North American freight railroad to provide paid sick time to all its workers.
Truck Parking Shortage: A Critical Issue Requiring Action
Truck parking scarcity remains a major concern in the transportation industry, with insufficient parking spaces available for drivers to comply with mandatory rest breaks.
Old Dominion sees a nearly 15% drop
Old Dominion Freight Line, a less-than-truckload carrier, reported that there was no seasonal increase in demand in May, with volume metrics slightly worse than in April when compared to the previous year.
Transport and logistics company Geodis has completed the acquisition of Southern Companies
Transport and logistics company Geodis has acquired Southern Companies, a drayage provider that serves ports in the Southeast of the United States.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory streamlines warehousing
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is implementing measures to achieve $1.2 million in annual cost savings across its supply chain.
DBFOM public-private partnerships benefit all parties involved: drivers, states, and transportation contractors
Long-term public-private partnerships (P3) for transportation infrastructure are not widespread in the United States compared to other regions.
$570 million in grants will be used to eliminate numerous hazardous rail crossings
The Biden administration is granting $570 million to address the issue of railroad crossings in 32 states, where longer trains have been causing traffic delays and hindering emergency response.
Growing Momentum in the Speed Limiter Debate
The ongoing debate about speed limiters is gaining momentum as different perspectives emerge.
FMCSA Introduces Truckers-Focused Program to Raise Awareness on Human Trafficking
FMCSA has launched the "Your Roads, Their Freedom" campaign to raise awareness about human trafficking among commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers in the United States.
Increase of 9.2% in Positive Marijuana Tests Among Truck Drivers in Q1
According to data from the federal Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse, the number of truck drivers testing positive for marijuana increased by 9.2% in the first quarter of 2023.
Schools in Georgia and Wyoming to Increase Training for Truck Drivers
Georgia and Wyoming colleges are expanding their commercial driver's license (CDL) programs to address the shortage of truck drivers.
Big Lots Innovates Sourcing Strategies to Address Product Shortages
Big Lots, in response to product shortages caused by the closure of UFI, has adopted various procurement strategies.
