Louisiana’s Damien Hebert, last year’s national winner in the twin trailers division, is passionate about details, and he proves it at truck driving championships.
July 7, 2023Trucking Industry Safety News
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.
Louisiana Trucker Damien Hebert Driven by Details
Fatal Fire Still Burning on Newark Cargo Ship
NEWARK, N.J. — A cargo ship burned for a third day July 7 at a New Jersey port after claiming the lives of two firefighters on July 6.
July 7, 2023Union Workers Question Safety at GM’s Ultium Battery Plant
While the United Auto Workers union hammers out a new deal with GM and battery manufacturer Ultium Cells, workers are pointing to safety hazards as a key issue in the negotiations.
July 7, 2023Rail Industry Sues Ohio Over Crew Size Rule
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The railroad industry has sued to block a new minimum crew-size requirement that Ohio imposed after a fiery train derailment in East Palestine in February.
July 6, 2023Truck Makers, California Reach Deal on Zero-Emission Rules
Major truck and engine manufacturers have brokered a truce with California’s plan for phasing out sales of Classes 4-8 diesel-powered trucks in a landmark deal with state regulators.
July 6, 2023Kolton Schultz Returns to NTDC Stage With Idaho Victory
XPO driver Kolton Schultz credits his instincts for winning the 3-axle class and claiming grand champion honors at the Idaho Truck Driving Championships.
June 30, 2023California Coalition Asks Court to Back EPA
An 18-state coalition is backing the EPA in a legal action supporting California’s future strict emissions controls on medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
June 30, 2023Inside an Aurora Self-Driving Truck Testing in Texas
A number of autonomous truck developers like Aurora have set up operations in Texas, allowing them to run test drivers and preview routes with their self-driving technology.
June 30, 2023Carmaker Lobbying Group Pushes Back on EPA Pollution Plan
The Biden administration’s proposal to crack down on vehicle pollution with strict tailpipe emission limits isn’t achievable by 2032, according to an auto industry trade group.
June 29, 2023Vacancies Common Among Heads of Transportation Agencies
Three of the major U.S. transportation safety agencies are without permanent leaders as the U.S. contends with toxic railway spills, near-collisions on runways and rising traffic deaths.
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