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

If You Got It, Indianas Mr. Safety Probably Brought It

Nearly a week after a U.S. House transportation policy panel heard from trucking industry leaders and stakeholders, we thought it would be worthwhile to share the perspective from one of the safest commercial drivers in the country. Meet Robert Bo Gordon, aka "Mr. Safety." Here's your Capitol Agenda look ahead to the week for trucking on Capitol Hill.

June 17, 2019
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

ZF Showcases Steering Assistance as Next Advance in Truck Safety

EAST LIBERTY, Ohio ZF Group recently showcased its latest automated steering technology, offering a preview of the next advances in driver assistance that will soon become available in commercial trucks.

June 17, 2019
Business, Safety

Balancing Work, Family Key for California Grand Champion Steve Hutton

Steve Hutton of Walmart Transportation first started driving at 23 to support his family. Sixteen years later, the job has become not just a source of income, but a rewarding career.

June 17, 2019
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

Amazon, ExxonMobil Among Corporations Called Out Over Climate Transparency

Amazon.com, Exxon Mobil Corp. and Volvo are among more than 700 companies being targeted in a campaign backed by a large group of investors advocating for greater transparency when it comes to environmental impact.

June 17, 2019
Business, Safety

After 20 Years, Gary Wrobel Returns to Winners Circle and Adds Michigan Grand Champion Title

Gary Wrobel first earned a No. 1 finish in the 5-Axle competition at the Michigan Truck Driving Championships in 1999. Twenty years later, he won the 5-Axle again, and added the Grand Champion title at the competition June 7-8.

June 17, 2019
Business, Safety

Walmarts Mike White Wins Indiana, Is Hungry for More

INDIANAPOLIS Charles Mike White of Walmart Transportation is not one to rest on his laurels.

June 14, 2019
Business, Safety

2019 Rhode Island Truck Driving Championships

Scenes from the Rhode Island Truck Driving Championships held June 1 in Pawtucket.

June 14, 2019
Business, Safety

Don Logan's Absence Leaves Kansas Field Wide Open

At first glance, the Kansas Truck Driving Championships might be more notable by who is absent than who will be the ultimate winner. FedEx Freight Ace Don Logan, last years Grand Champ out of the Tank Truck division, isnt competing at Kansas Expocentre in Topeka on June 14-15.

June 14, 2019
Government, Business, Safety, Autonomous

FMCSA Chief Ray Martinez to Address Senators June 19

Ray Martinez, the countrys top trucking regulator, is scheduled to appear before the Senate Commerce Committee on June 19.

June 13, 2019
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Canada Announces Final ELD Mandate to Take Effect in 2021

The Canadian federal government has unveiled its long-awaited electronic logging device mandate, which will take effect in two years.

June 13, 2019