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.

Business, Equipment, Safety

ATRI’s Annual Top Industry Issues Survey Underway

The American Transportation Research Institute has launched its annual Top Industry Issues Survey, asking stakeholders to rank their top concerns along with potential strategies for addressing them.

September 8, 2022
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

FMCSA Wants Input on Extending Its COVID Emergency Declaration

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking public comment on whether the safety and supply chain benefits of its COVID-19 national emergency declaration merit extending the current declaration after it expires Oct. 15.

September 8, 2022
Business, Safety

2022 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs Sept. 11-17. Here is a collection of social media posts that show the various ways people and companies displayed appreciation to drivers in 2022.

September 7, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

Illinois to Improve Highways in $34.6 Billion Program

A new analytical tool was used to select road projects that add highway capacity in a six-year, $34.6 billion Illinois state transportation program.

September 7, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

FHWA Nominee Shailen Bhatt to Appear Before US Senate Panel

President Joe Biden’s nominee to lead the Federal Highway Administration is scheduled to address this month the U.S. Senate committee on transportation policy.

September 7, 2022
Business, Equipment, Safety, Perspective

Perspective: Adopting a Driver-First Mindset

The past few years have taught us that truck drivers don’t just deliver essential goods, they are essential workers themselves. It’s time to recognize that, and adopt a driver-first mindset.

September 7, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

Texas Adopts 10-Year, $85 Billion Transportation Plan

A 10-year Texas Department of Transportation plan to spend a record $85 billion to alleviate roadway congestion, enhance transportation safety and improve highways received the governor’s stamp of approval Aug. 30.

September 6, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Nevada Details Infrastructure Plans Online

Nevada officials have a new website launched by the governor showing federal infrastructure investments coming to the state and available grants to apply for future projects.

September 6, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

Governors of Ohio, Kentucky Apply for More Brent Spence Bridge Funding

The governors of Kentucky and Ohio have applied for a $1.66 billion federal grant to fund improvements to the Brent Spence Bridge, a span that connects the states and serves as a vital link for freight traffic.

September 1, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

DOT to Give States $512.2 Million for Road, Bridge Repairs

To help communities rebuild vital infrastructure damaged by extreme weather and wildfires, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced $512.2 million in Emergency Relief Program funds to help 30 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

September 1, 2022