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CVSA inspection bulletins offer clarity on braking aids, tire inflation systems
The bulletins, published May 11, provide inspectors with more information about conducting inspections with hill start aid systems and automatic tire inflation systems. Also: Iowa signs nuclear verdict protection into law; NYC fleet expands ops; more.
May 16, 2023
Safety groups ask House reps to pump brakes on speed limiter block
A coalition of eight highway safety groups penned a letter asking House Transportation Committee members to oppose a bill that would block FMCSA from mandating speed limiters. Also: Volvo backs off on deal for Chinese truck OEM.
May 15, 2023
REPAIR Act picks up cosponsors
Fifteen cosponsors have signed on to the bill carried by Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Florida.
May 12, 2023
The toughest 10 states for load-securement violations: Are you Roadcheck-ready?
The blitz is here. Next week May 16-18 will see ramped-up enforcement focused on ABS-system violations and securement. Find what 2022 data says about just where to expect close cargo focus, and securement tips from a veteran.
May 11, 2023
Oral fluid drug test likely to put more 'cheaters' in FMCSA's Clearinghouse
Once the Department of Health and Human Services certifies two testing labs, fleets will have the option to drug screen drivers via cheek swab – a collection method that practically eliminates cheating.
May 11, 2023
FMCSA report: 2020 hours of service changes inconclusive
The agency found HOS violations are up since the changes, but crashes and fatalities are mostly flat. Also: ATRI names new board member; ContainerPort Group names new SVP of Customer Experience; ATA seeks America's Road Team Captain nominations; more.
May 11, 2023
ATRI identifies detention, diesel tech shortage, more as 2023 top priorities
ATRI revealed its updated list of research priorities for 2023. Also: Iveco takes ownership of Nikola partnership; Hours of service waivers issued in North Dakota, Nebraska.
May 9, 2023
EPA seeking feedback on costs, availability of zero-emission trucks, infrastructure
EPA said it is interested in comments about the availability, price and performance of zero-emission trucks and port equipment, electric charging and other fueling infrastructure needs for zero-emission tech. Also: PGT Trucking recognized for safety.
May 8, 2023
Technology identified among top ingredients for fleet safety
Nine case studies of carriers that had significantly improved their safety performance uncovered the five elements it takes to create an effective safety program. Technology came in at No. 4 on the list.
May 5, 2023
White House announces end to U.S.' non-citizen border vax requirement
For trucking, Canadian drivers entering the U.S. will no longer have to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Also: Cummins-Meritor relaunches Core Management System for aftermarket parts; J.B. Hunt recognizes multi-million-mile safe drivers.
May 5, 2023
House bill would clip FMCSA's ability to implement speed limiters
The DRIVE Act would "prohibit... [FMCSA] from issuing a rule or regulation requiring certain vehicles to be equipped with speed limiting devices..."
May 3, 2023
'Destined to fail': Trucking sounds off to EPA on new Phase 3 greenhouse-gas regs
Trucking stakeholders asked the agency to consider the infrastructure challenges ahead for meeting the strict regs. The vast majority of commenters at hearings ongoing this week, however, called for even stricter emissions regs on heavy-duty trucks.
May 3, 2023
FMCSA forms task force to review driver lease agreements
The group includes representatives from labor organizations, motor carriers, consumer protection groups, owner-operators, and other businesses, as well as attorneys and educators.
May 1, 2023
DOT expands drug testing options to include oral fluid
Oral fluid sampling added as a drug screening alternative to urinalysis and blood analysis.
May 1, 2023
Electronic inspection technologies pose more questions than answers
How new inspection technologies could affect carrier operations and what information carriers and drivers may be required to transmit to inspectors.
April 27, 2023
California bans diesel truck sales as of 2036
CARB estimates that, of the 1.8 million medium- and heavy-duty vehicles operating daily in California, 532,000 will be subject to its fleet requirements.
April 28, 2023
FMCSA punts on ELDs' safety effectiveness in Congressional report
In a Congressionally-required report, FMCSA cited a number of "confounding factors" that make it difficult for the agency to assess the safety effectiveness of ELDs since the mandate took effect.
April 28, 2023
Legislation would cut red tape at CDL schools for military vets
The bill would exempt new branches of established CDL schools from a statutory two-year waiting period to receive GI benefits. Also: Illinois Volvo dealer gets EV certification; Averitt employees gave more than 10,000 hours of community service in 2022.
April 28, 2023
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