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.

GovernmentSafety

Trump FMCSA Nominee Derek Barrs Awaits Senate Vote

President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is among the nominees expected to be considered by the Senate soon.

September 24, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafety

NHTSA Investigates Rivian Delivery Vans Over Seat Belts

In multiple instances, the steel braided cable connecting the belt to the seat frame has frayed or broken.

September 24, 2025
BusinessTechnologySafetyAutonomous

McLeod Leans Into AI, Revamps User Interface

The 40-year-old trucking software developer showcased its own investments in AI along with its partnerships with a growing number of third-party AI technology vendors.

September 24, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Jaguar Land Rover Shutdown to Last Until at Least Oct. 1

Britain’s biggest automaker sent workers home from its factories in central and northwest England on Aug. 31. The shutdown has rippled through the U.K. auto industry.

September 23, 2025
GovernmentSafety

FMCSA Data Shows Surge in Roadside Inspections

On a combined federal and state level, year-to-date English-language proficiency violations had reached 3,724 drivers through the end of August. 

September 22, 2025
GovernmentSafety

Trump to Redirect $2.4B in California High-Speed Rail Aid

The Trump administration plans to allocate the roughly $2.4 billion that was stripped from California’s embattled high-speed rail to other transit projects.

September 22, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Duffy Raises DEI Contract, Cost Concerns for Baltimore Bridge

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is raising concerns about Maryland’s oversight in replacing the Francis Scott Key Bridge and increasing costs for the federally funded project.

September 22, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Senate Confirms Sean McMaster to Lead FHWA

The Senate also confirmed Jonathan Morrison to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Paul Roberti at the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

September 19, 2025
BusinessEquipmentSafetyLogistics

Outpost Doubles Its Funding to Expand Parking, Terminals

Outpost’s parking and terminal network currently comprises 25 facilities that offer parking, office space, crossdocking, maintenance facilities and warehouse space.

September 18, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

Overhaul Helps Recover $1.4 Million in Stolen Electronics

Cargo protection company Overhaul facilitated the recovery of $1.4 million in stolen electronics in an incident that points to the growth of more sophisticated criminal networks.

September 18, 2025