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, Safety

Senate Commerce Panel OKs $78 Billion Highway Safety Bill

Legislation that would dedicate $78 billion over five years for freight, trucking and rail safety programs was advanced by the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee June 16.

June 16, 2021
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

Democrats Prepare Go-It-Alone Approach on Infrastructure

WASHINGTON Patience running thin, Democratic leaders are laying the groundwork for a go-it-alone approach on President Joe Bidens big jobs and families infrastructure plans even as the White House continues negotiating with Republicans on a much more scaled-back $1 trillion proposal.

June 16, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Truck Parking Information Needs to Be Functional, Accurate, ATRI Research Says

Effectively addressing the truck parking capacity problem will depend on standardization and accuracy, according to a recent white paper from the American Transportation Research Institute.

June 15, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Wreaths Across America Gears Up for 2021 Event

Six months removed from scaling back due to the coronavirus pandemic, the annual Wreaths Across America nationwide remembrance for the nations fallen military is working toward a return to full-scale operations this December.

June 14, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Ohio DOT Study Considers Toledo-Columbus Corridor

The Ohio Department of Transportation is seeking public participation as it conducts a corridor study of U.S. Route 23, a vital freight link between Columbus and Toledo.

June 14, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Rep. Bob Latta Reintroduces Self-Driving Vehicle Bill

Legislation meant to facilitate access to autonomous vehicles nationwide has again come before the U.S. House of Representatives.

June 14, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

US to Seek Automated Braking Requirement for Heavy Trucks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced plans over the next year and beyond to issue a new proposal that would set standards and require heavy trucks to be equipped with automatic emergency braking systems.

June 14, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

Senators Eye $579 Billion in New Infrastructure Spending, $1 Trillion Plan

WASHINGTON A bipartisan group of senators is eyeing an infrastructure deal with $579 billion in new spending as negotiators try to strike a nearly $1 trillion deal on President Joe Bidens top priority, according to those briefed on the plan.

June 11, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety

Truck Cargo Thefts Skyrocketed Amid COVID-19

The trucking industry has seen a surge in cargo thefts since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, according to experts.

June 10, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

FMCSA Responds to Medical Board on Sleep Apnea Guidance

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is expanding access to information about obstructive sleep apnea for medical professionals who conduct medical examinations for truck drivers.

June 10, 2021