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.

Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Fire Erupts at Lithium Battery Plant in California

MOSS LANDING, Calif. A major fire burning at one of the world's largest battery storage plants in California is sending up flames of toxic smoke, leading to the evacuation of 1,700 people.

January 17, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics

Buttigieg Reflects on Legacy of Infrastructure Improvements

"While this administration is coming to a close, the work that we have launched will be generating good jobs, good livelihoods and good outcomes for years and years to come," Buttigieg said.

January 16, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

FMCSA Retains Fleets' 50% Random Drug Testing Rate in 2025

Motor carriers must continue to conduct random drug tests with 50% of their truck drivers and random alcohol tests with 10% of their drivers in 2025, FMCSA announced.

January 16, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Hino Motors Fined $1.6 Billion for Emissions Violations

Toyota subsidiary Hino Motors will pay $1.6 billion to resolve federal and state claims over falsified emissions data and excess pollution from more than 100,000 diesel engines sold in the U.S.

January 16, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Biden Executive Order Aims to Shore Up Cyber Defenses

WASHINGTON President Joe Biden issued an executive order on Jan. 16 aimed at strengthening the nations cybersecurity.

January 16, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Duffy Promises Bold Vision as Trumps Transportation Nominee

If confirmed, we will craft clear regulations that balance safety, innovation and cutting-edge technology, the nominee told senators Jan. 15.

January 15, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

NHTSA Closes Safety Investigation of Cruise Robotaxis

NHTSA ended a federal investigation into Cruise robotaxis without taking action, weeks after General Motors Co. decided to shutter the struggling business.

January 15, 2025
Government, Safety, Fuel

California Bans Fuel Price Gouging in Wake of Wildfires

Charging excessive prices for motor fuel, transportation, freight and other necessities is now illegal in two counties under the state of emergency due to ongoing wildfires.

January 14, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

US Final Rule Bans Smart Cars With Russian, Chinese Tech

The Biden administration has finalized a rule that effectively bans new personal smart cars with Chinese and Russian technology from American roads.

January 14, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Aurora Fights FMCSA Ruling on Hazard Warnings

Aurora Innovation, a maker of self-driving tech for trucks, is fighting FMCSA's decision to deny the company an alternative means to comply with safety rules that typically require a human being.

January 13, 2025