A Department of Commerce advisory group is urging federal officials to lead a widespread effort to address the nationwide shortage of truck drivers, which the panel said has “likely reached an all-time high.â€
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Does Tesla Probe Signal a Get-Tough Era at NHTSA?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s investigation into a possible defect involving Tesla Inc.’s Autopilot may signal a more activist approach by the Biden administration to regulating technology that is crucial to the auto industry’s future.
August 17, 2021UCR Plan Officials Looking to Collect Fees From Unregistered Carriers
The board of directors for the Unified Carrier Registration Plan has approved an aggressive three-pronged strategy to identify and contact unregistered motor carriers.
August 17, 2021Americans Spent Less in July as COVID-19 Cases Surged
NEW YORK — Americans cut back on their spending in July as a surge in COVID-19 cases kept people away from stores.
August 17, 2021Plan Would Save Truckers 33% in Pennsylvania Taxes
It’s only an idea for now, but Pennsylvania’s proposed switch from a fuel tax to a miles-driven fee to help generate more money for transportation could be a boon for the trucking industry.
August 16, 2021NACFE Expands Outreach Into Mexico
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency announced it is expanding its efforts into Mexico.
August 16, 2021Interstate 70 in Colorado Partially Reopens
A portion of the heavily traveled Interstate 70 in Colorado that was damaged by mudslides is now open to traffic.
August 16, 2021Containership Bottleneck Nears Its February Record
The biggest U.S. trade gateway with Asia is clogged with the most inbound container vessels in more than six months, threatening to extend transportation delays, bite further into margins for American importers and boost prices for consumers.
August 16, 2021US Opens Formal Probe Into Tesla Autopilot System
DETROIT — The U.S. government has opened a formal investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot partially automated driving system after a series of collisions with parked emergency vehicles.
August 16, 2021Global Chip Shortage May Last Until 2023, Infineon CEO Says
The global chip shortage that’s hampering companies from carmakers to computer manufacturers may linger for years, according to Germany’s biggest semiconductor company, Infineon Technologies AG.
August 16, 2021