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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.

Business, Government, Logistics

Consumer Confidence Increases in April

Consumer confidence rose in April from a 16-month low, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Friday.

April 29, 2011
Perspective, Business, Government, Safety, Equipment, Autonomous

Opinion: Sleep Apnea and the Regulatory Agenda

The country’s recent economic climate certainly illustrates how essential and strong the transportation component is to our way of life, but trucking has needed to navigate regulatory challenges as well.

April 29, 2011
Government

GDP Grew 1.8% in First Quarter

The U.S. economy grew at a 1.8% annual rate in the first quarter, the Commerce Department said Thursday.

April 28, 2011
Government

Fed Sees ‘Moderate’ Recovery Continuing; Downplays Inflation Concerns

Federal Reserve policy makers said Wednesday that the U.S. economy is recovering at a “moderate pace” and that any inflation surge likely to be temporary, while agreeing keeping interest rates at a record low rate, Bloomberg reported.

April 27, 2011
Government, Safety

Truck-Related Accident Injuries Drop 18%

The number of injuries in U.S. truck related accidents declined by 18% in 2009, according to new statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

April 26, 2011
Business, Safety, Government

Swift Swings to First-Quarter Profit

Swift Transportation Co. reported a first-quarter profit compared with a loss a year ago, as its operating income more than doubled.

April 26, 2011
Business, Government

Truck Dealers Upbeat About Economy, But Fret Over Fuel Costs, Federal Rules

The American Truck Dealers held its annual convention in Phoenix this month, with members cheerful over the economic rebound but increasingly leery of pending federal regulations.

April 25, 2011
Government

Panel Urges FMCSA to Take Strong Action Against Shippers That ‘Unduly Detain’ Drivers

A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration advisory committee has recommended the agency seek authority from Congress to impose penalties against shippers, receivers and brokers who “unduly detain” commercial vehicle drivers.

April 25, 2011
Business, Government, Technology, Equipment

FMCSA Allows More Time for Comments on EOBRs

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking additional public comment on its proposed electronic onboard recorders rule to ensure motor carriers do not use the technology to violate the privacy of truck drivers.

April 25, 2011
Business, Government, Technology, Equipment

Fleets Adopting Logging Systems Ahead of Mandate, Technology Equipment Vendors Say

CINCINNATI — Fleets are adopting electronic logging systems at a rapid pace in advance of a federal mandate, according to technology vendors and fleet executives.

April 25, 2011