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, Safety, Logistics

US to Reopen Land Borders With Canada, Mexico for Vaccinated Travelers

The United States will relax coronavirus restrictions at its land borders with Canada and Mexico for vaccinated travelers next month, allowing for the resumption of nonessential travel like tourism.

October 13, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Biden White House Proposes NEPA Guidance Updates

A proposal to restore certain environmental review guidelines for infrastructure projects that were modified by the Trump administration was announced by the Biden White House.

October 12, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel, Autonomous

Lucid Says Air Sedan Will Be First US Car to Use Lidar

Lucid Group Inc. said its debut battery-electric vehicle will be the first production car in the U.S. to include a purpose-built laser sensor, or lidar, enabling a broad range of advanced driver-assistance features.

October 12, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Breaking News

Class 8 Sales Drop 10.4% in September

U.S. Class 8 retail sales fell 10.4% to 17,131 in September, WardsAuto.com reported.

October 12, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

28th Conspirator Convicted in Staged Accidents With Trucks

A New Orleans woman has pleaded guilty for her role in a conspiracy to commit mail fraud in connection with a 2017 staged accident with a tractor-trailer.

October 12, 2021
Business, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

GM Gets LG to Cover $1.9 Billion in Bolt EV Recall Costs

General Motors Co. said it reached an agreement with partner LG Electronics Inc. to recover from the South Korean company $1.9 billion of the $2 billion in costs for a recall of batteries in its Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle.

October 12, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

White House Climate Action Plan Includes USDOT

In response to growing concerns associated with severe weather events linked to climate change activity, the U.S. Department of Transportation recently unveiled a comprehensive plan that pursues the administration’s aims for improving infrastructure.

October 12, 2021
Business, Safety

CFI Honors Jon Smith for Becoming Its First Driver to Surpass 5 Million Miles

CFI is honoring professional driver Jon “Smitty” Smith for surpassing 5 million miles, the company announced last month.

October 8, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Outsourcing Repair: Fleets Look to Third-Party Maintenance Services

With the increased volume of OTR shipping and the rising average cost of new and used Class 8 diesel trucks, the importance of scheduled and emergency maintenance practices remains crucial.

October 8, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Speeding Is Top Violation During CVSA Operation Safe Driver Week

Law enforcement officers in the U.S., Canada and Mexico stopped 46,058 passenger and commercial motor vehicle drivers engaging in dangerous driving behaviors during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Operation Safe Driver Week safety initiative.

October 8, 2021