Transportation Compliance News

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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

Government, Business

Hedge Fund Seeks Reversal of Yellow Pension Claims

A judge may rule as soon as Nov. 15 on the fate of $6.5 billion in pension claims from bankrupt Yellow Corp. retirees.

November 13, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

US Port Talks Set to Resume as Trump Role Poses a Wild Card

Dockworkers are set to meet with their employers in New Jersey, resuming negotiations on the key issue of automation that sparked a three-day strike at East and Gulf Coast ports last month.

November 13, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Dips 1.5¢ to $3.521

Diesel prices across the U.S. averaged $3.521 per gallon for the week ending Nov. 11, a 1.5-cent decline from the previous week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

November 12, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

Canada Post Workers Could Strike Ahead of Shopping Season

The upcoming holiday season could be disrupted by a looming strike at Canada’s largest domestic shipping company.

November 12, 2024
Government, Safety

FHWA Updates Work Zone Safety Regs for First Time in 20 Years

The Federal Highway Administration on Nov. 1 updated its regulation for work zone safety for the first time in 20 years.

November 12, 2024
Government, Business

Fed’s Kashkari Says Only Inflation Could Derail December Cut

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari said he’ll be looking at incoming inflation data to determine whether another interest-rate cut is appropriate in December.

November 12, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Zoox Robotaxis Roll Out in San Francisco

Zoox’s self-driving vehicles began rolling out in San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood this week, and are expected to compete with robotaxis designed by Waymo.

November 12, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Waymo’s Robotaxis Are Now Open to Anyone in Los Angeles

Waymo on Nov. 12 opened its robotaxi service to anyone who wants a ride around Los Angeles, marking another milestone in the evolution of self-driving car technology.

November 12, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

EPA Clean Ports Grants Pay for Hydrogen Equipment, Planning

Port facilities across six states will receive millions of dollars in federal funding for the purchase of zero-emission vehicles and fueling and charging infrastructure through EPA grants.

November 12, 2024
Government, Business

Ontario Premier Floats US-Canada Trade Deal Without Mexico

The premier of Canada’s largest province wants the country to negotiate its own trade agreement with the U.S., unless Mexico aligns with its North American partners on Chinese imports.

November 12, 2024