Trucking Industry Safety News

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Transportation businesses face a host of dynamic risk issues that can significantly impact their financial and operational health. The news in this category focuses on the latest safety and security initiatives, resources and regulations and addresses topics that include fleet safety, claims administration, driver hiring and retention, risk management and compliance.

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Undocumented Driver Accused in Florida Crash Is Denied Bond

The crash sparked a clash between DHS and California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom over Harjinder Singh, a native of India, obtaining a work permit and driver’s license in the state.

August 25, 2025
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David Comings Living the Dream as NTDC Grand Champion

FedEx Freight driver David Comings of North Dakota envisioned himself as being a champion trucker, and now he's living the dream after winning it all at NTDC 2025.

August 23, 2025
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FedEx Founder Fred Smith Fondly Remembered at NTDC

The FedEx family is honoring its founder, the late Fred W. Smith, at NTDC, and competing drivers reflect on how his dedication to safety helped shape their professional careers.

August 22, 2025
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FMCSA Extends Waiver for Paper Medical Certifications

The Aug. 21 extension offers a reprieve to drivers in the 12 states that missed a June deadline for transitioning to electronic medical certifications.

August 22, 2025
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Langenhahn, Reed Among Cadre of Returning NTDC Champions

Six former grand champions entered in the 88th annual Super Bowl of trucking safety are among the 425 competitors vying for a national title in Minneapolis.

August 21, 2025
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US Freezes Work Visas for Commercial Truck Drivers

Effective immediately, the Trump administration is blocking foreign drivers from obtaining visas to drive commercial trucks on U.S. roads.

August 21, 2025
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‘Thermonuclear’ Verdicts on the Rise, Report Finds

A study from Marathon Strategies found that the trucking and automotive industries faced a combined 15 multimillion-dollar verdicts last year totaling jury awards of more than $1.4 billion.

August 21, 2025
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Averitt Express Orders 264 Volvo VNL 860 Trucks

The new units expand a long-running supplier relationship at a scale that signals how big fleets are renewing equipment to strengthen operations and keep experienced drivers in the seats.

August 21, 2025
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NHTSA Investigates Tesla Over Delayed Crash Reporting

Delays of "several months or more" were noted in reporting crashes involving driver-assistance technology.

August 21, 2025
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FMCSA's Elison Touts NTDC Drivers' Dedication to Safety

“This event is to celebrate all of you," FMCSA Chief Counsel Jesse Elison told competitors at the 88th annual National Truck Driving Championships.  

August 20, 2025